Van Brunt Stillhouse Distiller’s Edition Empire Rye is a limited edition whiskey made from a blend of two-year-old rye whiskey and four-year-old rye whiskey. This whiskey is aged in new American oak barrels and finished in ex-bourbon barrels. The result is a smooth and complex whiskey with notes of spice, oak, and vanilla. The finish is long and lingering with a hint of sweetness. This whiskey is perfect for sipping neat or in a classic cocktail.