Straight Rye
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As a distilled spirit, this rye whiskey 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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Smoked barbecue beef brisket, mature sharp cheddar cheese, and rich dark chocolate desserts.
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While Jim Beam is globally synonymous with Kentucky Bourbon, their Straight Rye represents a nod to America's original whiskey heritage. Dating back to the late 18th century when Pennsylvania and Maryland distillers favored rye, this style was the dominant American spirit before Prohibition. Jim Beam's iteration is a classic Kentucky-style rye, distilled from a mash bill containing at least 51% rye alongside corn and malted barley, then aged in newly charred American white oak barrels. This mash bill strikes a harmonious balance, tempering the assertive, peppery spice of rye with the sweet, mellow corn notes characteristic of the Bluegrass State's limestone-filtered water and unique climate.
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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.