Vermont’s Whistlepig has built its reputation on rye, but its latest limited release shifts attention to wheat. The Declaration Wheat is distilled from a high‑wheat mash bill and double‑aged in new American oak barrels, yielding a whiskey that’s softer on the palate than the distillery’s rye bottlings.

Aromas of toasted vanilla and caramel greet the nose, while the sip delivers mellow baking spices and a hint of honey. Bottled at 86 proof (43 percent ABV) and sold in 750 ml bottles, the whiskey is positioned as a sipping spirit rather than a cocktail base.

The release is part of Whistlepig’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The whiskey was distilled and matured on the brand’s Vermont farm, where its aging warehouses look out over rolling fields. After spending time in new oak, the spirit was finished in a second set of barrels to deepen the vanilla and spice notes. Though the company has not disclosed the exact age, the double maturation process is designed to impart character beyond a typical straight whiskey.

The bottle’s design features patriotic motifs without veering into kitsch, and distribution is limited to U.S. retailers and online orders. Pricing has not been announced, but Whistlepig encourages customers to check its website for availability. Further details and a tasting guide can be found on the Declaration Wheat product page and through the broader Whistlepig farm. For whiskey fans interested in how wheat changes a distillery known for rye, this bottle offers a timely lesson in grain and wood.