Tattersall Bottled-in-Bond Minnesota High-Rye Bourbon Review

Distillery: Tattersall Distilling Company – River Falls, Wisconsin

Proof: 100.0 (50.0% ABV)

Age: Four+ Years

Mashbill: 55% Corn, 35% AC Hazlet Rye, 10% Malted Barley

MSRP: $50

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A Bourbon Shaped by Upper Midwest Rye

Tattersall Distilling has a reputation for willingness to experiment with grain, fermentation, and blending techniques.  The distillery produces an unusually wide range of spirits, from liqueurs to aquavit to whiskey. 

This bottled-in-bond release offers a more focused look at Tattersall’s approach to whiskey.  Bottled at exactly 100 proof, the mashbill leans decisively toward rye at 35%.  But what stands out most on the label is the specific varietal used —AC Hazlet rye.

AC Hazlet is a cold-hardy winter rye developed for northern climates and widely grown across Canada and the Upper Midwest.  While rye whiskey is typically associated with bold pepper and spice, Hazlet makes for softer grain profile with rounder sweetness and less aggressive spice.  Whether that influence carries through in the glass is part of what makes this bourbon interesting to explore.

Tattersall seems to position this expression at the intersection of bourbon sweetness and rye intensity.  A bourbon structure built around a distinctive rye varietal.  How it performs in the glass…

Tattersall Bottled-in-Bond Minnesota High-Rye Bourbon Review: Tasting Notes

Nose – 4.2/5

Floral.  Citrus.  Charcoal.  Light mint.
Strengths:  There’s an immediate sense of freshness on the Nose.  It has that lush forest-green character after a rain, floral and alive.  Charcoal sits underneath those brighter notes, giving the whiskey a slightly smoky feel.
Why It’s Not Higher:  While the Nose is inviting, it leans more toward brightness than depth.  Richer tones like caramel, baking spice, or deeper oak are restrained or nonexistent.
Rating Justification:  A fresh and distinctive profile.  Excellent clarity.  The balance of floral, citrus and char makes for a memorable Nose even if it stops short of significant complexity.

Palate – 4.3/5

Maple syrup.  Rye bread w/ Brown Sugar.  Mint.
Strengths:  Decadent richness that coats the mouth.  Corn sweetness is first then the rye follows with mint and herbal spice.  Texture carries the flavors well.  Maintains good balance between sweetness and rye.
Why It’s Not Higher:  Mid-Palate settles into a steady groove rather than building new layers as the sip progresses.
Rating Justification:  Rich.  Flavorful.  Well structured.  The combination of syrupy sweetness and herbal rye makes for an engaging Palate.

Finish – 4.2/5

Citrus zest.  Tart cherry.  Rye spice.
Strengths:  Highly satisfying warmth and length.  The slight tartness is a defining feature that prevents the sweetness from becoming too heavy.  Rye spice gradually builds.
Why It’s Not Higher:  Toward the tail end, the drying spice slightly overtakes which makes the finish a bit too much grit or punch.
Rating Justification:  Long and flavorful Finish.  The distinctive tart lift keeps the pour lively all the eay through the final moments.

Value – 4.1/5

At roughly $60, this sits in a competitive range for bottled-in-bond craft bourbon.  What helps justify the price is the focus on grain selection and transparency, particularly the use of the unusual AC Hazlet rye.

This isn’t just another craft bourbon trying to punch above its weight.  For enthusiasts interested in grain influence and regional distilling, there is meaningful Value here.

Tattersall Bottled-in-Bond Minnesota High-Rye Bourbon Review: The Verdict

Tattersall Bottled-in-Bond Minnesota High-Rye Bourbon leans into its combination of corn sweetness and AC Hazlet rye.  The whiskey feels both rich and vibrant with herbal notes running through the entire pour.

It doesn’t try to overwhelm with oak or proof.  For a four-year bottled-in-bond bourbon, the result is both distinctive and satisfying.

Verdict – 4.2/5

We score each bourbon based on nose, palate, finish, and value.

Scoring System:

• Platinum – 4.5 – 5
• Gold – 4 – 4.5
• Silver – 3 – 4
• Bronze – <3