Mad River Corn Whisky 750ml

Product Description

Mad River Corn Whisky 750ml: Limited Vermont Corn Whiskey Aged in Ex-Bourbon Barrels

Mad River Corn Whisky 750ml is a limited-release corn whiskey from Mad River Distillers in Vermont. The producer describes the current throwback release as a reworking of its original 2013 Corn Whisky, using a mash bill of 75% corn, 10% rye and 15% barley.

The whiskey is aged in ex-bourbon barrels rather than new charred oak. That cask choice prevents it from being labeled bourbon, while allowing the grain to remain more prominent and reducing the level of fresh-char influence.

Mad River lists the limited Corn Whisky at 96 proof, or 48% ABV. Because the QLS bottle image reflects an older presentation, the physical label should be checked for batch-specific differences; this description does not assume that every historical bottling used the exact same mash bill or proof.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet corn and fresh grain are joined by vanilla, used-cask oak, pepper and light fruit.

Palate: Corn sweetness develops with rye spice, malt, caramel and restrained oak, allowing the grain character to remain clear.

Finish: Warming and moderately long, with pepper, cornmeal, vanilla and a dry used-barrel note.

Food Pairings

Pair with cornbread, smoked sausage, barbecue, sharp cheddar or apple pie. Its grain-forward character also suits roasted corn, pickled vegetables and dishes featuring nutmeg or brown sugar.

Serving Suggestions

Serve neat, over ice or with a small amount of water. Mad River uses Corn Whisky in an “Over the Gap” whiskey sour with Angostura Amaro, lime, simple syrup and nutmeg. It can also replace bourbon in an Old Fashioned when a lighter barrel influence is preferred.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mad River Corn Whisky bourbon? No. The producer explains that it is aged in barrels previously used for bourbon, while bourbon must use new charred oak.

What is the mash bill? Mad River’s current throwback release uses 75% corn, 10% rye and 15% barley.

What is the proof? The current limited release is identified at 96 proof, or 48% ABV.

Is this a permanent product? Mad River describes Corn Whisky as a limited offering.

How is it different from Mad River Bourbon? Corn Whisky uses ex-bourbon barrels and lets the grain show through with less new-oak influence.

How should it be served? Neat, over ice, in a whiskey sour or as a bourbon substitute in classic cocktails.

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Sources of Information

• Mad River Distillers — Whiskey 101 and Corn Whisky Specifications
• Mad River Distillers — Over the Gap Corn Whisky Cocktail
• Mad River Distillers — Corn Whisky Award Record

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