Buy Rye Online
Shop rye at Long Island Wine & Spirit Merchant, where more than 121 rye whiskeys line our Commack shelves. From bold straight rye and high-proof barrel picks to smooth Canadian blends, every bottle is backed by 30+ years of family-run service. Order online for same-day or next-day delivery across Nassau and Suffolk, or grab free curbside pickup.
All Rye
RyeGeorge Dickel - Whiskey Rye 750mL$39.99Out of stock
SpiritSazaerac - Rye 750mL$39.99Out of stock
RyeWoodford Reserve - Rye 750mL$41.99Out of stock
RyeTwo James - Rye Dog 750mL$49.99Out of stock
RyeCrown Royal - Northern Harvest Rye 750mL$36.99Out of stock
RyeAngel's Envy - Rye 100' 750mL$89.99Out of stock
RyeCrown Royal - Monarch 75th 750mL$69.99Out of stock
RyePikesville - Rye Whiskey 110' 750mL$58.99Out of stock
RyeTempleton - Rye Whiskey 750mL$43.99Out of stock
RyeBulleit Bourbon - Rye 375mL$15.99Out of stock
RyeMichter's - 10 Yrs Straight Rye 750mL$249.99Out of stock
RyeTempleton - 6yrs Rye Whiskey 750mL$54.99Out of stock
RyeCrown Royal - Vanilla 50mL$1.99Out of stock
RyePhiladelphia - American Blend 375mL$5.99Out of stock
RyeWhistle Pig Farm - 12 Yrs Old World Cask 750mL$122.99Out of stock
RyeWoodford Reserve - Rye 1L$47.99Out of stock
RyeAlberta - Rye Whisky 750mL$32.99Out of stock
RyeBuffalo Trace - White Dog Rye 375mL$15.99Out of stock
RyeRittenhouse - Straight Rye 750mL$27.99Out of stock
RyeOppidan Spirits - Malted Rye Whiskey 750mL$49.99Out of stock
RyeCrown Royal - Bourbon Mash 750mL$43.99How to Choose Rye Whiskey on Long Island
Rye is a whiskey defined by its grain bill. In the US, a straight rye must be distilled from a mash of at least 51 percent rye grain, aged in new charred oak, and bottled at no less than 80 proof. That rye-forward mash is what gives the category its signature spice: cracked pepper, caraway, dill, and a dry, gingery finish. Canadian whisky rules differ, which is why labels like Canadian Club and Seagram’s VO drink rounder and softer while still carrying rye character.
Key styles to know
- Straight rye: 51 percent or more rye, new charred oak, the boldest and most peppery expression. Think Cody Road and Ammunition Straight Rye.
- High-rye and barrel-proof: mash bills pushing 90 to 100 percent rye for maximum spice and heat; add a splash of water to open them up.
- Kentucky-style rye: often a lower rye percentage with corn rounding the edges, as in Woodford Reserve Rye.
- Canadian rye whisky: blended and mellow, ideal for highballs and budget-friendly mixing, such as Canadian Ltd and Seagram’s VO.
- Single barrel and small batch: one-barrel bottlings like Templeton Rye and Michter’s US*1 American deliver house-specific character.
Flavor and price guidance
Expect three flavor lanes. Spicy and herbal ryes lead with pepper, dill, and anise. Sweeter ryes lean on caramel, vanilla, and baking spice from the barrel. Fruit-forward pours show cherry and citrus. Entry-level bottles and Canadian blends keep everyday mixing affordable, mid-tier straight ryes cover sipping and classic cocktails, and single barrel or cask-strength picks sit at the top. For a deeper tour of the wider catalog, browse our full spirit selection, compare against vodka for clear-spirit cocktails, and stock cordials & liqueurs for drinks like the Ward Eight or a rye Old Fashioned. Need inspiration? Our cocktail recipes cover ratios and techniques, and custom bottle engraving makes a rye gift personal.
Local pickup, delivery, and shipping
Visit us at 1171 Jericho Turnpike in Commack, open 7 days, or call (631) 343-7200 and we will pull your bottle. We offer free curbside pickup and same-day or next-day delivery throughout Nassau and Suffolk, with free local delivery on orders over $250. Spirits are local delivery and in-store pickup only and are not shipped.
Buying rye online, answered
What is rye whiskey?
Rye whiskey is a spirit made from a grain mash containing at least 51 percent rye.
- US straight rye must use at least 51 percent rye, age in new charred oak, and bottle at 80 proof or higher.
- Canadian rye whisky is blended and typically softer, with rye as a flavoring grain.
- Expect pepper, dill, caraway, and a dry finish, with caramel and vanilla from the barrel.
Do you deliver rye on Long Island?
Yes, we deliver rye across Nassau and Suffolk on a same-day or next-day schedule.
- Free curbside pickup at our Commack store, open 7 days.
- Free local delivery on orders over $250.
- Call (631) 343-7200 and we will confirm timing for your address.
Can you ship rye whiskey out of state?
Spirits are local delivery and in-store pickup only and are not shipped.
What is the difference between rye and bourbon?
The grain bill is the difference: bourbon is at least 51 percent corn, while rye is at least 51 percent rye.
- Rye tends to taste spicier and drier; bourbon leans sweeter with corn-driven caramel.
- Both straight versions age in new charred oak at 80 proof or higher.
- Rye shines in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan; bourbon suits sweeter, vanilla-forward drinks.
How many ryes do you carry in Commack?
We stock more than 121 ryes at our Commack store, from Canadian blends to straight rye.
- Look for Cody Road, Ammunition Straight Rye, Templeton, and Michter’s US*1 American.
- Woodford Reserve Rye and Canadian Club round out the everyday picks.
- Ask our staff for a recommendation by flavor or price.