Woody Creek Distillers Announces Release of William H. Macy Reserve Rye Third Edition

“I’m a rye whiskey guy; always have been. For me, that’s America’s drink.” William H. Macy, Spokesdude, Woody Creek Distillers

BASALT, CO (APRIL 13, 2026) - Woody Creek Distillers and the brand’s Spokesdude, Oscar-nominated and two-time Emmy Award-winning actor William H. Macy, today announce the release of Woody Creek William H. Macy Reserve Rye Third Edition. Beginning May 15, the limited-release whiskey from the award-winning distillery at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado’s majestic Roaring Fork Valley will be available at select retail outlets and on back bars, as well as through Woody Creek’s direct-to-consumer channel.

Chosen in a blind tasting led by William H. Macy and Head of Distillation Stephen Julander, along with Woody Creek co-founders Mary and Pat Scanlan and bar industry luminary Sean Kenyon, the five-barrel blend was selected for its balance, depth, and character.

The whiskey:

• Mashbill: 83% Elbon rye, 14% Dent corn, and 3% malted barley, all grown and harvested in Colorado and milled onsite at Woody Creek Distillery
• Age statement: 10 years
• ABV: 50%/100 proof
• Tasting notes:
  • Nose: Butterscotch, lavender, citrus, spice
  • Palate: Rye, pecan, molasses, tea, coffee
  • Finish: Long, warm, spice
• Allocation/SRP: A limited number of cases of William H. Macy Reserve Rye Third Edition will be available for SRP $199.99/750ml bottle.
• What else: Five-barrel blend; bottled-in-bond

“I’m a rye whiskey guy; always have been. For me, that’s America’s drink,” says Woody Creek Distillers Spokesdude William H. Macy. “And in all sincerity, I think Woody Creek makes the best spirits around. We don’t do everything, but what we lean into, we do as well as anyone in the business. I hope everybody enjoys this liquid.”

ABOUT WOODY CREEK DISTILLERS

Headquartered in Basalt, Colo., high in the Rocky Mountains, a short drive from Aspen’s world-famous slopes and more than a mile above sea level, Woody Creek Distillers is a woman-owned distillery dedicated to creating award-winning spirits that reflect Colorado's unique character and celebrate the terroir of its homeplace. From bourbon and rye to vodka crafted from local potatoes and Mary’s Select Gin, the Woody Creek team oversees every step of production on-site—from mashing and fermenting to distilling, aging, and bottling—using Colorado-grown grains from family farmers and pure Rocky Mountain water. Woody Creek’s commitment to quality and authenticity ensures every bottle embodies the spirit of its home state.

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