Leopold Bros is reviving a lost piece of American whiskey history with the 9-Year Aged Three Chamber Rye Whiskey, a bold return to 19th-century distilling excellence. After a 3-year absence from the California market, this allocated, cask strength expression showcases their rare, hand-built Three Chamber still—resurrecting the rich, full-bodied rye once loved by pre-Prohibition America.
Aged for 9 years and bottled at 55%+ ABV, this release is Leopold Bros' oldest and highest-proof Three Chamber Rye to date. It's the closest you'll get to sipping whiskey like it was over 100 years ago—complex, layered, and unapologetically expressive.
Key Features
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Revival of a Lost American Tradition
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Distilled in a custom-built Three Chamber Still
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9 Years Aged
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Cask Strength (55%+ ABV)
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Allocated limited release
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A rare glimpse into 1800s-style American whiskey
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Crafted by family-owned Leopold Bros (Est. 1999)
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MSRP: $180
Tasting Notes
While specific notes haven't been published for this batch, previous Three Chamber expressions have shown:
Nose: Rich caramel, spiced rye bread, floral esters, and toasted grain
Palate: Deep rye intensity, molasses, baking spice, fresh mint, and cocoa nibs
Finish: Long, spicy, and warming with old oak and herbal complexity
Expect a robust and elegant flavor experience that bridges the past and present.
How to Enjoy
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Neat: Sip slowly to experience its robust complexity
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With a drop of water: Opens up floral and spicy notes
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Perfect For: Rye connoisseurs, American whiskey historians, and collectors of limited-edition bottles
FAQs
Q: What is a Three Chamber Still?
A rare 19th-century still design that intensifies the body and flavor of rye whiskey. Leopold Bros is one of the only distilleries in the world using it today.
Q: How limited is this release?
This release is allocated, meaning availability is extremely limited and distribution is tightly controlled.
Q: What proof is the whiskey?
Exact proof may vary slightly per bottle, but it’s bottled at cask strength, over 55% ABV.
Q: Is this aged longer than previous releases?
Yes, this is the oldest Three Chamber Rye from Leopold Bros to date—aged 9 years.
