Special Reserve, Putnam Rye Whiskey Craft Chocolate

• WINNER!  This bar just won Silver at the 2025 International Chocolate Awards! •

From the Special Reserve series: cacao nibs are aged in rye-whiskey barrels, then stone-ground to capture layered notes of rye spice, oak, and vanilla within a silky dark-chocolate profile. No gimmicks—just time, barrels, and exceptional cacao.

Why you’ll love it

• Barrel-aged cacao nibs (rye-whiskey cask influence)

• Complex aromas—spice, oak, subtle vanilla

• Limited release; stunning for gifting and tastings

Pairing ideas
Neat rye or bourbon, chocolate stout, aged cheddar or parmesan.

Available at Chocology Unlimited in Stony Brook, New York.