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1866: An American Whiskey

As a loyal Hayner email subscriber and enthusiast, we are thrilled to extend an exclusive invitation for early access to our latest whiskey: 1866: An American Whiskey. Join us on Friday, October 11th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Hayner Distilling to be among the first to experience this exceptional new release.

As a special perk during this event, we will offer a limited release of bottles featuring “1866” stamped on the top strap. These uniquely stamped bottles will only be available on Friday night, October 11th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Bottles released at the public launch date on Saturday, October 12th, from 12-3 will be stamped and dated 10/11/24.

We look forward to sharing this exciting new whiskey with you. Don’t miss this opportunity to secure a special edition bottle and be among the first to taste 1866: An American Whiskey.

If you cannot make it Friday night, the public launch is Saturday, October 12 from 12-3.

Hayner is open every Thursday and Friday 12-5 and Saturday 12-3.

Hayner 1866: An American Whiskey Press Release

Hayner Distilling, the award-winning distillery nestled in Troy, Ohio, is set to launch its newest creation: “1866: An American Whiskey” on Saturday, October 12 at noon.

Hayner Distilling’s latest offering, “1866: An American Whiskey,” continues the distillery’s ascent as a pioneer of innovative blends. “We started with four separate whiskies that were individually exceptional,” says Greg Taylor, president of Hayner Distilling. “But when blended in just the right proportions, the resulting whiskey surpasses the individual components, creating a spirit that’s truly greater than the sum of its parts.”

The art of blending whiskey is a meticulous craft—a harmonious balance of science, sensory expertise, and creativity. Hayner’s dedication to this craft has already earned them gold and silver medals at prestigious competitions in New York, San Francisco, and the John Barleycorn Spirit Awards for their previous whiskey blends.

“We spent most of 2024 perfecting this blend, and we’re excited to share it with everyone,” Taylor continues. “The goal was to capture the sweetness of an aged bourbon with the complexities of a great rye. ‘1866’ does exactly that, and we can’t wait for everyone to experience this blend.”

The name “1866: An American Whiskey” is more than a nod to the distillery’s founding year; it’s a tribute to the spirit of Americans who rebuilt the country after the Civil War. The label features the state of Ohio and an authentic map of Ohio train tracks from 1866, grounding the whiskey in a sense of place and history. The back label shares the story of Lewis Hayner, the founder of Hayner Distilling, and the remarkable growth of Hayner whiskey in early America.

Whiskey enthusiasts can acquire this exceptional blend starting October 12 at noon at Hayner Distilling, located at 619 Lincoln Avenue in Troy, Ohio. For those unable to visit the distillery, “1866: An American Whiskey” will be available at select state liquor stores beginning January 1, 2025. More information can be found at www.hayner.com.

Barrel Raffle

When our first customer drew a bottle from the barrel, he asked if he could sign it. We happily agreed—and the rest is history. Over 90 customers and one year later, the barrel is empty and ready to be raffled off to one lucky signer. If you signed the barrel, you could be leaving with it!

The signature barrel will be raffled off to one lucky signer Friday, October 11 at 7 pm.

Hayner History Walk

Our next Hayner Distilling History with Walking Tour and Tasting is Saturday, October 26 from 1-3 pm. This is a fundraiser event for the Museum of Troy History. Tickets are $25 each. We will have a slide show on the history of Hayner Distilling and then tour local Hayner Distilling buildings.

Please visit this link to purchase your tickets.

NEW 8.5 Year Rye Whiskey

This could be the best Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey you have ever experienced! At 8.5 years, and getting older everyday, this double barreled Rye is rich with chocolate, bacon and desert notes. And after filling your own bottle, you get to sign the barrel. This is the second barrel to be part of our “Signature Barrel Experience”. Our first “Signature Barrel” was emptied last month and will be raffled off Friday, October 11.