# 100% Canadian Rye-Whiskeys Dillon's Latest Release is a Small Batch Canadian Rye By Mary Van Puymbroeck | Published 2017-05-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-canadian-ryewhiskey References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2017/5/15/dillons-rye) & [dillons](http://dillons.ca/rye-whisky-release) [Dillon's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dillons-vodka) Small-Batch Distillers has created the first 100% Canadian rye-whiskey in decades with its new [small-batch rye](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straight-rye-whiskey). In the 1920's, US prohibition caused 100% Rye Canadian whiskeys to go out of favor because of the expensive ingredients required make it. Rye whiskeys would be limited to lower percentages of the grain making 100% Canadian rye-whiskeys virtually extinct. Decades later, Dillon's has launched the first whiskey made with [100% Ontario-grown rye grain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosen-rye). Due to its small-batch distilling process and exclusive ingredients (even the oak casks must be Canadian grown Oak wood), this product is well thought-out and carefully crafted. This return to Canadian rye tradition is a great way to celebrate Canada's upcoming 150th anniversary. As a part of Canadian history and culture, premium rye whiskeys reflect Canada's roots and rich history. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Small-batch Distilling:** There is a growing trend towards small-batch distilling, creating an opportunity for distilleries to cater to niche markets and create consistently high-quality products like Dillon's Ontario-grown rye whiskey. - **Revival of Traditional Recipes:** Dillon's Ontario-grown rye whiskey and other similar products are indicative of a trend towards a revival of traditional distilling recipes and methods. - **Hyper-local Ingredients:** As shown by Dillon's exclusive use of Canadian-grown rye and oak, there is a trend towards hyper-local ingredients in the alcoholic beverage industry, creating an opportunity for local producers to differentiate themselves from larger competitors. ### Where This Applies - **Craft Distilling:** As the trend towards small-batch distilling grows, there is an opportunity for craft distillers to capitalize on niche markets and create consistently high-quality products. - **Traditional Whiskey Production:** The revival of traditional whiskey recipes and methods, as exemplified by Dillon's Ontario-grown rye whiskey, creates an opportunity for traditional whiskey producers to differentiate themselves from larger, more commercial brands. - **Hyper-local Ingredients Sourcing:** The trend towards using hyper-local ingredients like Canadian-grown rye and oak creates an opportunity for suppliers and producers to cater to the growing demand for locally-sourced, high-quality ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unblended High-Rye Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirit-hound-distillers.md) - [Small-Batch Rye Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smallbatch-rye-whiskey.md) - [Brandy Barrel Aged Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrel-aged-whiskey.md) - [Vermont-Made Rye Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phyllis-rye.md) - [Heirloom Corn Rye Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smokeye-hill-rye-whiskey.md) - [Sustainably Sourced Rye Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rye-whiskeys.md) - [Prohibition-Inspired Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadian-rye-whiskey.md) - [Limited-Quantity Rye Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/state-line-distillery.md) - [Highly-Mixable Rye Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piggyback-100-rye.md)