From Sparrow’s whiskey list, Bulliet Rye is the spice-forward rye sibling to the bourbon, a bartender staple and an easy pour to enjoy ($13 by the pour, or $19.50 for a larger pour).
About Bulliet Rye
Bulliet Rye comes from the same frontier whiskey family revived by Tom Bulleit, but where the bourbon leans on corn, the rye is built almost entirely on rye grain. It is a classic high-rye recipe that helped define the modern American rye revival, prized for its clean, bold, peppery profile. That style makes it a go-to for bartenders building cocktails as well as a satisfying sipper for anyone who likes their whiskey on the spicier side. It shares the same frontier heritage Tom Bulleit revived, with the rye grain taking center stage rather than corn.
Tasting Notes
As a high-rye whiskey, this is bright and assertive. Expect peppery rye spice up front, with herbal and floral notes, a touch of vanilla and oak, and a crisp, dry finish. It is bold and clean, the kind of rye that wakes up a cocktail.
What to Pair It With
Bulliet Rye is a classic base for a Manhattan or an Old Fashioned, and it is just as good neat or over a large cube. From the Sparrow dinner menu, pair it with the American Wagyu steaks or the Truffle Deviled Eggs. Well drinks are $3 off during our daily happy hour from 3 to 5 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bulliet Rye?
Bulliet Rye is a high-rye American rye whiskey from the Bulleit family of frontier whiskeys, known for its bold, clean, peppery character that works equally well neat or in cocktails.
How much is a pour of Bulliet Rye at Sparrow?
At Sparrow in Kirkland, Bulliet Rye is $13 by the pour, or $19.50 for a larger pour, and it is $3 off during daily happy hour from 3 to 5 PM.
See the full Sparrow beverages menu, or try the Bulliet Bourbon or the collectible Boss Hog Rye. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come pour one.