Straight Bourbon
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As a distilled spirit, this bourbon does not mature further in the bottle. It is released fully aged and ready to enjoy immediately, remaining stable and flavorful indefinitely when stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Smoked barbecue ribs, sharp aged cheddar cheese, and classic pecan pie.
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Although classified here under 'Other' wine types, Jim Beam Straight Bourbon is a legendary American spirit with roots tracing back to 1795 when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of whiskey, then known as Old Tub. Crafted in Clermont, Kentucky, this iconic Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey relies on a time-honored family recipe featuring a mash bill of corn, rye, and malted barley, fermented with a proprietary yeast strain kept alive since the end of Prohibition. It is distilled and then aged for at least four years in newly charred American white oak barrels, drawing rich vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak notes from the wood. The unique limestone-filtered water of Kentucky plays a crucial role, removing iron and adding calcium to create a smooth, distinctively sweet, and robust spirit that represents the quintessential American whiskey heritage.
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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.