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FEW Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon: A Must-Try For Bourbon And Music Lovers

FEW Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon: A Must-Try For Bourbon And Music Lovers

FEW Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon: A Must-Try For Bourbon And Music Lovers

Freak out
And give in
Doesn't matter what you believe in
Stay cool
And be somebody's fool this year
'Cause they know
Who is righteous, what is bold
So I'm told

Are those lyrics familiar to you? If yes, then you must be a fan of the nexus between rock music and Bourbon. These are the lyrics of “Cherub Rock” , a song by the rock band “The Smashing Pumpkins.” Welcome, Rockers and Bourbon drinkers! Hold on to your glasses because FEW Spirits have joined forces with The Smashing Pumpkins, taking it up another notch. The Evanston, Illinois-based craft distillery paired up with the epic 90s band for crafting FEW Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon

"Cherub Rock" is one of the best album openers of all time, kicking off Siamese Dream with a series of escalating riffs that build a whole world before Corgan even begins singing the first verse. The song, a brutal takedown of phonies and hipsters, somehow seems more relevant today than it did back in the early Nineties.  - ROLLING STONE

This isn’t just another celebrity collaboration; it’s a confluence of bold flavors and equally bold sounds. It’s merging FEW’s unique approach with the Smashing Pumpkins' legendary status. 


In this web blog, we deeply dive into the distinct profile of FEW Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon. Learn about interesting aspects surrounding this collaboration that make it just as essential for fans of bourbon or music. Do you fall into the category of a whiskey enthusiast​, 90s rock lover, or both? Anyhow, just stay put as we find out why this bourbon belongs in your bar. 

Introducing FEW spirits
The FEW Spirits story is as complex and nuanced as their whiskey. Drawing on Chicago's past, the story travels from the 1893 World’s Fair to the Prohibition era. FEW Spirits were built on distiller Paul Hletko's family legacy. Where prohibition once ruled, Hletko strove to produce a whiskey that would eventually rival the best out of Kentucky. In a nondescript Evanston alley, FEW makes its Chicago-style bourbon and rye. This small-batch craft distillery has earned a name for itself thanks to its unique offerings.  Likewise pairing excellent whiskey with an ironic genre of music -- slapping the crap out of haters while keeping true to their heritage location. 



The Smashing Pumpkins: Rock Legends
The Smashing Pumpkins, founded by Billy Corgan in 1988 with James Iha and D'arcy Wretzky's original lineup, would mark a good part of American alternative rock. Hailing from Chicago–their debut album, Gish, charted hits and made waves on the underground scene. But it was their 1993 follow-up release, Siamese Dream, that propelled them to mainstream success.  With their mix of gothic rock, heavy metal, & shoegaze style, the band's music remains as influential as ever. With Corgan driving the ship, The Smashing Pumpkins have made a lasting impact on the rock music world.


THE SMASHING PUMPKINS
FEW Spirits and Smashing Pumpkins: A Rock & Roll Symphony
The collaboration between FEW Spirits and the Rock band is nothing short of marvel. This liquor  is a blend of bourbon whiskies finished with an infusion of Billy Corgan’s Madame Zuzu's Midnight Rose Tea. The end product FEW Smashing Pumpkins Straight Bourbon is bourbons displaying an amalgam of FEW's trademark sweet and spicy flavors. Also notes of rose water, sandalwood with caramel stickiness that leads to vanilla wafer black tea tannins.

Tasting Notes
The dark mahogany hue of this bourbon is a clear indicator of its intense, developed flavor profile. You might expect notes of cherries on the nose, and indeed. You get this in addition to brown sugar with caramel sauce and almost seasoned wood. The palate is full of corn, spice, and caramel, with a touch of vanilla at the end before slipping away toward its medium finish. Neat or over ice, with its distinct mash bill that is layered equally through all the senses. FEW Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon perfectly pairs up with the sound of The Smashing Pumpkins music.

Purchase FEW Smashing Pumpkins Straight Bourbon Whiskey at Royal Batch!
Royal Batch is the destination for those looking to try this unique collaboration. FEW Spirits, an Evanston-based craft distillery that's always been about pushing the boundaries and crafting flavorful spirits. Founded in 2011, FEW has made a name for itself as a unique Chicago-based whiskey producer; the launch of FEW Smashing Pumpkins Straight Bourbon is another addition to its portfolio.

 

Find the entire line of FEW Spirits at Royal Batch, including the highly-anticipated Smashing Pumpkins Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This collaboration has brought the zany spirit of Smashing Pumpkins to these barrels and some rich, velvety, crazy legs that more than distinguish themselves as sweet bourbon as FEW. With that distinct scent of rose water, sandalwood, and even caramelized blood orange balanced with a harmonious mix of tonka beans, bourbon vanilla & black tea, this good-time band is well-suited for an echelon evening over Siamese Dream or Mellon Collie.

In the end… whether you are a fine bourbon aficionado or a card-carrying rock & roll alternative, FEW Smashing Pumpkins Bourbon is unique. Boasting a bottle, this limited-edition release is the best of all things Chicago. You do not want to miss out on this exclusive collaboration. Here is to blending rock with whiskey! 

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