ANGEL’S ENVY Cellar Collection Vol 5 finished in French Oak Extra Añejo Tequila Barrels nationwide May 31.
A New Chapter in Whiskey Craft: ANGEL’S ENVY Cellar Collection Vol 5
For whiskey collectors, connoisseurs, and cocktail lovers from Manhattan to Miami Beach, May 31 is a date worth circling. That’s when ANGEL’S ENVY releases its most daring experiment yet: the Cellar Collection Series Vol. 5 Straight Rye Whiskey Finished in French Oak Extra Añejo Tequila Barrels.
ANGEL’S ENVY Cellar Collection Vol. 5 Straight Rye Whiskey Finished in French Oak Extra Añejo Tequila Barrels, might sound like a mouthful — but so is the whiskey itself, in all the best ways.
For the first time in the brand’s history, an edition of the Cellar Collection will be available nationwide, marking a bold step for one of America’s most artful distilleries.
Master Distiller Owen Martin calls it both “an innovation” and “a culmination,” a whiskey that honors heritage while chasing something entirely new.
From Kentucky to Jalisco: The Spirit of Collaboration
To create this fifth volume, Martin aged Straight Rye Whiskey up to seven years, then finished it in French Oak Extra Añejo Tequila barrels for up to 12 months. Finally, he blended it with an older rye aged more than 11 years — a meticulous balancing act of patience, vision, and, let’s be honest, a little genius.
ANGEL’S ENVY Cellar Collection Vol 5
Martin personally traveled to Hacienda PATRÓN in Jalisco, Mexico, home of PATRÓN Tequila, to hand-select barrels and collaborate with Master Distiller David Rodriguez.
“THIS LAUNCH IS VERY SPECIAL TO ME AS THE FIRST CELLAR COLLECTION INNOVATION FOR ANGEL’S ENVY THAT I OVERSAW FROM BEGINNING TO END…”
OWEN MARTINMASTER DISTILLER
“…As a part of the vision, we collaborated with PATRÓN Tequila’s Master Distiller, David Rodriguez, to identify a parallel between the production processes. We are always striving to showcase the unique character of a finishing cask and how it can amplify our base whiskey’s dynamic flavor – this release embodies that particularly well.”
If you’re reading this from Los Angeles or Berlin, imagine the artistry here: Kentucky craftsmanship meeting Mexican heritage, filtered through French oak and bottled with precision. It’s global, elegant, and a little rebellious — much like the cities where whiskey culture thrives.
The Tasting Experience: Where Rye Meets Radiance
The new expression dazzles before the cork even pops. With a golden caramel hue, it’s floral and fruit-forward on the nose — think orange blossom, vanilla, and clove smoke — while the palate unfolds in waves of baking spices, cracked pepper, herbal agave, and brown sugar.
It finishes soft and balanced, with the French oak lending a rounded texture and subtle tropical fruit notes. For those who appreciate depth over drama, this is whiskey with a narrative arc — from rye’s spice to tequila’s warmth, and finally, the whisper of honey.
And yes, it looks as refined as it tastes. Each bottle arrives in a special-edition gift box, adorned with symbols like the agave plant, representing this union of worlds.
Retailing at $269.99 for a 750ml bottle, it will be available at select retailers nationwide and through ReserveBar, with a limited lottery for 500Main members to purchase directly from the distillery.
(Relatable moment: we’ve all told ourselves we’d “just have one,” and then accidentally ordered a bottle. This one’s worth that kind of self-deception.)
When Whiskey Meets Lifestyle
ANGEL’S ENVY has always had a cult following among modern whiskey drinkers — from mixologists in San Francisco to collectors in Aspen. But this release feels like a turning point.
It’s whiskey elevated to an art form, and yet somehow, it’s still approachable. You don’t need to own a decanter shaped like a falcon to appreciate it (though it wouldn’t hurt your Instagram aesthetic).
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FAQ: ANGEL’S ENVY Cellar Collection Vol. 5
Q1: When does ANGEL’S ENVY Cellar Collection Vol. 5 launch?
A: The release date is May 31, 2025, with nationwide availability for the first time in the Cellar Collection’s history.
Q2: What makes this edition unique?
A: It’s the first ANGEL’S ENVY rye whiskey finished in French Oak Extra Añejo Tequila barrels, merging whiskey craftsmanship with tequila artistry.
Q3: Where can I buy it?
A: Select retailers nationwide, on ReserveBar (where eligible), or through the 500Main lottery for in-person pickup at the distillery.
The Final Pour: A Toast to Innovation
With its global influence and boundary-breaking finish, ANGEL’S ENVY Cellar Collection Vol. 5 Straight Rye Whiskey Finished in French Oak Extra Añejo Tequila Barrels captures what makes luxury spirits exciting right now — tradition reimagined through bold creativity.
Whether you’re a serious collector or just someone who likes your whiskey to have a passport, this bottle is one to savor, share, and maybe even hide from your friends.
