Hooten Young 7 Year Rye Whiskey – Operation Gothic Serpent Edition
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Crafted to honor the 30th anniversary of Operation Gothic Serpent, Hooten Young’s 7 Year Rye Whiskey pays tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the U.S. Forces involved in the harrowing 1993 mission in Mogadishu, Somalia—immortalized in Black Hawk Down. This limited-edition release is as bold and enduring as the men it commemorates. Distilled from a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley, and aged for seven years, this 93-proof whiskey delivers the depth and complexity rye lovers seek, while maintaining an accessible smoothness.
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Bottle details
| Type | Rye Whiskey |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hooten Young |
| Origin | United States |
| Age | 7 years |
| Strength | 46.5% ABV (93 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | 95% rye, 5% malted barley mash bill |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a high-rye whiskey with a story behind it: a 7 year rye released as a limited edition to mark the 30th anniversary of Operation Gothic Serpent, the 1993 mission in Mogadishu, Somalia, later immortalized in Black Hawk Down. The liquid holds up its end of the tribute. A mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley gives it a bold, peppery lead, with cracked pepper, dried herbs and cinnamon on the nose before candied apricot, caramelized pear and nutmeg round out the palate. At 93 proof it has enough weight to stand up in a Manhattan, yet it keeps an accessible smoothness when sipped neat, and the long finish of honeyed fruit and toasted caramel rewards slow attention. It suits rye fans who want spice with real fruit underneath, collectors drawn to commemorative bottlings, and anyone looking for a meaningful gift for a military history enthusiast. We carry it because the whiskey earns its place on the shelf, not just the label.
Pairs well with
- Smoky barbecue — The bold rye spice and toasted caramel finish stand up to smoke and char while the candied apricot notes echo a sweet glaze.
- Dark chocolate with sea salt — The whiskey's caramelized pear and vanilla oak sweetness play against bitter cocoa and salt, with the black pepper spice keeping each bite lively.
- A commemorative toast with friends — The long, warming finish with its lingering rugged rye core makes it a fitting pour to raise slowly in honor of those the bottle commemorates.
Questions about this bottle
What does the Operation Gothic Serpent Edition commemorate?
What does the Operation Gothic Serpent Edition commemorate?
It was created to honor the 30th anniversary of Operation Gothic Serpent, paying tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the U.S. Forces involved in the 1993 mission in Mogadishu, Somalia, the events immortalized in Black Hawk Down. It is a limited-edition release.
What is it made from and how old is it?
What is it made from and how old is it?
It is distilled from a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley and aged for seven years. It is bottled at 93 proof (46.5% ABV) in a 750 ml bottle.
What does it taste like?
What does it taste like?
Expect cracked pepper, dried herbs and cinnamon on the nose with stewed stone fruit and vanilla oak. The palate brings bold rye spice, candied apricot, caramelized pear and nutmeg over a firm grain backbone, finishing long and warming with honeyed fruit and toasted caramel.
Is it better neat or in cocktails?
Is it better neat or in cocktails?
Both work. It is best enjoyed neat to appreciate its rich character, and a large ice cube slowly unlocks more fruit and toffee notes. Its assertive rye profile also shines in a spirit-forward Old Fashioned with Demerara syrup or a Manhattan with sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters.
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