The Boss Hog XII – WhistlePig Whiskey
A Legacy Pushed Further Than Ever
Each year, WhistlePig’s Boss Hog release arrives as a boundary-breaking expression of creativity and craftsmanship. The Boss Hog XII continues that tradition with uncompromising innovation, presented as a one-of-a-kind single barrel, bottled at full proof, and released in extremely limited quantities. Every edition is unique — but always unapologetically bold.
Key Features
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Single-barrel, cask-strength straight rye whiskey
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Fully unique finishing process specific to the XII release
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Ultra-limited annual release with individually numbered bottles
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Signature pewter stopper, custom-designed for the XII chapter
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No blends, no dilution — pure, unrestrained WhistlePig character
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Deep rye spice meets rich oak, caramelized sugars, roasted nuts, and layered confectionary sweetness.
Palate: Intense, full-bodied rye with dark chocolate, warming spice, vanilla bean, seasoned wood, and the distinctive finishing notes that define this chapter’s theme.
Finish: Long, structured, and complex — spicy, sweet, and boldly persistent, exactly what Boss Hog fans expect.
Awards & Recognition
Though each chapter is new, past Boss Hog installments have earned:
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Double Gold — San Francisco World Spirits Competition
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“Best Rye Whiskey” recognitions from global spirits panels
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Consistent top-tier ratings from whiskey critics and collectors
Overall Expression
The Boss Hog XII is crafted to be the most ambitious whiskey of the year — singular, fearless, and deeply expressive. This release embodies WhistlePig’s philosophy of pushing rye into unexplored territory through rare barrels, innovative finishing techniques, and meticulous single-barrel selection.
Whether collected, gifted, or savored, The Boss Hog XII stands as one of the most anticipated luxury rye releases of 2025, offering whiskey lovers a once-per-year opportunity to taste WhistlePig at its most imaginative.