Sazerac Rye, affectionately known as “Baby Saz,” is a straight rye whiskey poured at Grappa in Queen Anne, Seattle. Steeped in New Orleans cocktail history, it is smooth, gently spiced and endlessly elegant, the very rye that gave its name to America’s first branded cocktail.
About the Distillery
Sazerac Rye is produced at the renowned Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, one of the most decorated and historic distilleries in the country. The brand carries the legacy of the Sazerac Coffee House on Royal Street in New Orleans, where rye whiskey and Peychaud’s Bitters were first combined into the iconic Sazerac. That heritage of refinement and tradition lives on in every bottle.
Style & Mash Bill
This is a classic Kentucky straight rye built on a rye-forward grain recipe, crafted for elegance and smoothness rather than sheer power. It is distilled in the traditional manner at Buffalo Trace and patiently matured in new charred oak barrels, which give it a silky texture and gentle layers of sweetness woven through the signature rye spice. The result is a notably polished, well-rounded rye.
Tasting Notes
Expect aromas of clove, vanilla and a touch of anise, leading to a smooth palate of soft baking spice, candied citrus and a whisper of licorice. The rye spice is present but graceful, carried on a velvety body into a clean, gently warming finish. It is a refined sipper and the definitive choice for a proper Sazerac cocktail.
What to Pair It With
The smooth, aromatic character of Sazerac Rye pairs wonderfully across the table. Enjoy it with a Charcuterie Board, alongside our Spicy Sausage Rigatoni, or to close the evening with our Flourless Chocolate Cake. Discover more on the full dine-in menu.
How It’s Served at Grappa
Sazerac Rye is poured neat or on the rocks at $11, ready to sip slowly or to anchor its namesake cocktail.
FAQ
Where is it from?
Sazerac Rye is produced at the Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, and carries the legacy of the historic Sazerac of New Orleans.
What does it taste like?
It is a smooth, elegant rye with clove, vanilla, soft baking spice, candied citrus and a whisper of anise, finishing clean and gently warm.
Is it a spicy rye?
It has the classic rye spice, but it is graceful and polished rather than fierce, which makes it both a fine sipper and the ideal base for a Sazerac cocktail.
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