From the rye list at Sparrow, Senator Rye is a top notch, full-flavored barrel-proof rye for those who like their whiskey bold, and you can find it right here on the Eastside ($23 by the pour, or $34.50 for a larger pour).
About Senator Rye
Senator Rye is aged a minimum of six years and built on a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley, a recipe that puts rye’s signature spice front and center. It is bottled in small batches of just 10 to 20 select barrels, and bottled at proof, typically 114 to 116 proof depending on the barrel. That small-batch, barrel-proof approach means each release carries real intensity and individuality, the kind of pour that rewards a curious whiskey drinker.
Tasting Notes
As the menu notes, the flavor is intense, with bold rye character, nuttiness, and spice notes. This is not a shy whiskey. The high rye mash bill and barrel proof combine for a powerful, layered sip with plenty of spice and depth. A few drops of water can open it up if you like, but it is rewarding neat for those who appreciate a big rye.
What to Pair It With
This is a sipping rye made for slow evenings. Enjoy it neat or over a large cube in our 21+ lounge at the quartzite bar, where a bold barrel-proof pour feels right at home. For food, the American Wagyu steaks or the Sparrow-Smoked Rack from the Sparrow dinner menu stand up nicely to its intensity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Senator Rye made from?
Senator Rye is a barrel-proof rye aged a minimum of six years, with a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley. It is bottled in small batches of 10 to 20 select barrels, typically at 114 to 116 proof depending on the barrel.
How much is a pour of Senator Rye at Sparrow?
A pour of Senator Rye is $23 by the pour, or $34.50 for a larger pour, at Sparrow in Kirkland.
Find it on the Sparrow beverages menu near other ryes like Sazerac Rye and Rittenhouse Rye. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come pour one.