Robbie Robertson, the renowned musician and leader of The Band, sadly passed away earlier this year at the age of 80. However, his legacy lives on not just through his remarkable catalogue of music, but also through an exciting collaboration with Vermont distillery WhistlePig. Together, they have created a special rye whiskey called Robbie’s Blend.

Commemorating the 45th anniversary of the Martin Scorsese concert film The Last Waltz, WhistlePig is releasing Robbie’s Blend. It is a 12-year-old Canadian rye whiskey that has been finished in three different types of casks: madeira (76 percent), port (19 percent), and sauternes (five percent). This unique combination of casks imparts a symphony of flavors, including citrus, cedar, walnut, oak, and white pepper, making each sip a memorable experience.

Mitch Mahar, the master distiller at WhistlePig, has a long-standing tradition of watching The Last Waltz on Thanksgiving. He expressed his gratitude for being able to collaborate with Robbie Robertson himself and create a whiskey that pays homage to the film’s legacy. Robbie personally contributed to the blend, ensuring that it offers a bespoke and unparalleled taste profile.

To further celebrate the release of Robbie’s Blend, The Last Waltz will be reissued on vinyl. Additionally, a launch party is being held at Analog in Nashville. Fans of WhistlePig and Robbie Robertson can purchase this limited edition whiskey for $175 from the WhistlePig website or select stores in Tennessee.

In addition to Robbie’s Blend, WhistlePig offers a diverse portfolio of whiskeys that cater to different preferences. If you’re interested in exploring their other offerings, you can find the entire range available for purchase on ReserveBar.

To complement your enjoyment of Robbie’s Blend or any other whiskey, you may consider pairing it with a heritage turkey for the upcoming Thanksgiving celebration. Robb Report recommends a heritage turkey as the best Thanksgiving bird and provides a guide on how to obtain one. If you are looking for other wine options, Robb Report also suggests nine stellar West Coast Pinot Noirs and the ten best wines to pair with steak.

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Robbie Robertson may have left this world, but his spirit lives on through his music, and now, through Robbie’s Blend. Let us raise a glass to toast the incredible talent and unforgettable contributions he made to the world of music and whiskey. Cheers!