Del Bac Sentinel Rye 750ml

Del Bac Sentinel Rye

Age

Aged for approximately 3 to 4 years in new, charred American oak barrels.

Distillery

Produced by Del Bac Distillery in Tucson, Arizona, where they craft indigenous whiskies using local ingredients and high-desert conditions.

Region

Made in the Sonoran Desert under the full Arizona sun, using mountain spring water and local grains—maturing in a climate that accelerates barrel interaction and contributes desert character.

Mash Bill

High-rye recipe: approximately 95% rye, 5% malted barley, delivering bold spice and a grain-forward core.

ABV / Proof

Bottled at 47% ABV (94 proof) to preserve richness while remaining smooth and approachable.

Description

Del Bac Sentinel Rye is a desert-forged rye whiskey that blends traditional grain-forward spice with unique high-altitude energy. Its bold rye mash and desert aging create a balanced yet distinct character marked by pepper, citrus, and subtle earth. Crafted for those seeking spirited flavor and a sense of place in their whiskey.

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Bright amber with copper tones and a clean, alluring sheen.

Aroma

Intense spice and earth: cracked pepper, mesquite smoke, herbal sage, dried citrus peel, and a hint of honeyed grain.

Palate

Crisp entry of rye spice and pepper, followed by citrus citrus marmalade, toasted grain, and desert herbs. Mid-palate brings subtle smoke, char oak, and warm spice.

Finish

Medium-length and warming: lingering black pepper, cedar, light mesquite smoke, citrus rind, and an herbal echo.

Accolades

• Recognized for its bold presence and desert aging character

• Celebrated for capturing regional terroir in a rye whiskey

• Noted for merging classic rye structure with Southwest spirit

Summary

Del Bac Sentinel Rye is a powerful, place-driven whiskey that marries high-rye intensity with Arizona desert influence. At 94 proof, it offers a robust yet balanced sip—ideal neat, over ice, or in whiskey-forward cocktails that highlight spice and herbal complexity.