Straight Bourbon White Label
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As a distilled spirit, this bourbon does not mature or improve in the bottle. It is ready to enjoy immediately upon release and will remain stable indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Classic slow-smoked barbecue ribs, pecan pie, or mature sharp cheddar cheese.
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Jim Beam Straight Bourbon White Label is a cornerstone of American distilling history, crafted in Clermont, Kentucky. Originating in 1795 with Jacob Beam, this legendary spirit has been guided by seven generations of the Beam family. Although categorized here under 'Other' wine types, this is a classic Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. It is distilled from a traditional mash bill dominated by corn, alongside rye and malted barley, and fermented using a proprietary yeast strain passed down since the end of Prohibition. Aged for four years in newly charred American white oak barrels, it benefits from Kentucky's natural limestone-filtered water, which is rich in calcium and free of iron. This aging process imparts its signature golden amber hue and a profile rich with notes of sweet vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak.
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Founded in 1795 by Jacob Beam, the Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, stands as one of the most historic and iconic names in American whiskey. Currently operated under Beam Suntory, the distillery utilizes a proprietary yeast strain dating back to the end of Prohibition, alongside a traditional sour mash recipe of corn, rye, and malted barley. Jim Beam is globally renowned for its classic Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, aged in charred new American white oak barrels to produce signature expressions such as the flagship White Label, Devil's Cut, and Double Oak.