Push flavor intensity to the next level with the 100% Straight Rye Mash Bill Kit, inspired by the bold, high-rye whiskey style commonly associated with MGP® sourced rye spirits and premium rye brands such as WhistlePig® and Bulleit® Rye.

This mash bill is designed for those who want a powerful, spice-driven whiskey profile with maximum rye character. Rye grain dominates the bill, delivering intense notes of black pepper, baking spice, herbal depth, and a dry, structured finish. A small portion of malted barley is included to support enzymatic balance and improve overall fermentability and complexity.

For advanced users, this kit can also be configured as a fully rye-driven mash using supplemental enzymes, allowing complete starch conversion while maintaining a pure rye grain profile.

Because rye is a more challenging grain to work with compared to corn or wheat, this kit includes High Temperature Amylase and Gluco Amylase to support efficient starch conversion and fermentation consistency across a wide range of setups.

When aged with charred American oak, this rye-forward mash develops classic whiskey characteristics including spice, vanilla, caramel, toasted wood, and a dry, warming finish that lingers on the palate.

This kit is ideal for experienced grain enthusiasts looking to explore one of the most complex and flavor-intense whiskey styles available.

Grain Bill (5-Gallon Batch)

Standard Version (Recommended Balance):

• 9.5 lb Rye
• 0.5 lb Malted Barley

Alternative Enzyme-Heavy Version:

• 10 lb Rye
• (No malted barley required when using full enzyme conversion)

Total Grain Weight: 10 lb

Kit Includes

Premium Grains

• Pre-measured Rye Grain (ultra-high rye content)
• Optional Malted Barley (conversion support)

Enzymes

• 1 vial High Temperature Amylase
• 1 vial Gluco Amylase

Aging Materials

• Charred American Oak (approx. 1 oz)

Included Guides

• Rye handling overview
• Flavor profile breakdown
• Enzyme usage explanation
• Aging recommendations
• Storage instructions

Flavor Profile

• Bold black pepper spice
• Clove and baking spice
• Herbal rye character
• Dry oak backbone
• Light vanilla sweetness
• Long, warming finish

Ideal For

• Rye whiskey enthusiasts
• Fans of bold, spicy spirits
• Advanced grain mash users
• Long-term oak aging projects
• Those seeking high-intensity whiskey profiles

Product Disclaimer

This product is inspired by rye whiskey style mash bills commonly associated with MGP® distillate and brands such as WhistlePig® and Bulleit® Rye. PhilBilly Moonshine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or associated with any of these companies or their affiliates. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.