Our award-winning Bourbon Whiskey is infused by hand, with a careful selection of whole roots and winter spices. Rich, bold aromas of cinnamon and allspice meld with flavors of caramel and vanilla. Enjoy fireside on a cold winter's day.

Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. traces their roots back to the 1880's, to the heart of Henderson Kentucky. Peerless Whiskey was founded by a businessman with a bold personality Henry Kraver, who revived the brand from the brink of ruin in the late 1880s. Under Kraver's guidance, rose from the ashes, increasing production 25-fold. But the growth of the brand was subsequently stunted by the very unforgiving era of Prohibition. Now, a century later, Peerless Whiskey is in the hands of Kraver's great-grandson Corky Taylor and great-great-grandson Carson Taylor. Keeping Kraver's legacy alive, the duo has resurrected the brand, even distilling under the original Distilled Spirits Plant number, DSP-KY-50 in a centuries-old warehouse in downtown Louisville, near the Ohio River. Two years after releasing its flagship 2-year-old inaugural straight rye Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. has launched its first bourbon. Crafted onsite from grain to bottle, Master Distiller Caleb Kilburn used a sweet mash process and non-chill filtration to craft this landmark release for the brand. Most bourbon on the market today is "sour mash" cooked with a bit of already fermented grains (and the consistent yeast and bacteria included) from a previous distillation cycle. In contrast, "sweet mash" bourbon uses a freshly cultured batch of yeast each time. "The launch of our bourbon marks the realization of so many dreams from the team at Kentucky Peerless" says Caleb Kilburn. Aged four years this new release is bottled at a low barrel proof 108.9, a factor of both a low distillation proof and a low barrel entry proof, setting this bourbon apart from the crowd.

Sour bourbon mash is comprised of 57% corn 38% rye and 5% malted barley. It is bright, cleaned, and balanced. The corn really shines up front with a round soft sweetness. The rye lends it a subtle spiciness and the malt gives it a nice backbone. At 50% ABV it drinks very nice as a sipper or on the rocks.

Tasting Notes

Color: Clear with an almost unnoticeable trace of tannins from the barrel.

Nose: Bright floral, grapefruit, light vanilla, bread, and corn

Taste & Finish: Sweet cooked corn, soft vanilla, white pepper, grace

Jim Beam Double Oak Bourbon is uniquely aged twice in two separate charred oak barrels. It's first aged in charred American white oak barrels, and then we pour it into different freshly charred barrels to mature for a second time. The added interaction with the oak wood results in a bourbon that's intense in flavor, smooth in taste.

Bottle size: 750ml

Our fourth release in the collection, Charbay's R5 Lot No. 4 is double-distilled from Bear Republic Brewery's award-winning Racer 5 IPA beer (7% ABV). Marko chose this full-bodied IPA for its aromatic hops and smooth, clean finish, forming the base of R5's unique profile.

Its fourth release, Lot No. 4 was a 10 barrel release, distilled in March 2013 and aged for 29 months in French oak. It has an intensely hoppy nose mixed with orange and clove, and sweet molasses, smoky notes on the palate.

4 STARS / Highly Recommended - Spirit Journal

"Charbay is one of my favorite distilleries in America, and this whiskey is an education in a bottle". - Michael J. Neff, bar director, Holiday Cocktail Lounge, NYC

THE FIRST ROCKY MOUNTAIN SINGLE MALT

This is the number one American single malt whiskey in the US. Born in the heart of the Rocky Mountains and hand-crafted from barley to bottle in our distillery. Our whiskey is non-chill filtered & well-built in small batches.

PROCESS & PROFILE

Stranahan’s Original is a small batch American single malt whiskey, aged in new American oak barrels with a #3 char for a minimum of 4 years, before being cut to proof with Rocky Mountain Spring water. Made with locally sourced grains, Rocky Mountain spring water, and patience. Every bottle is a marriage of barrels aged for 4, 5, 6, and 7 years. Non-chill filtered, and 47% ABV for a bold flavor. Enjoy neat, on the rocks, or in your favorite classic whiskey cocktail.

NOSE: Caramel-butterscotch, vanilla, maple syrup, leather.

PALATE: Cinnamon-butter, vanilla, chocolate, warm caramel & spiced pear; flows over the tongue like table cream & melted brown sugar, finishing with a hint of cayenne, rich tobacco, oak & aged leather.

FINISH: Light fruitiness and strong oak presence with rich tobacco and aged leather.

This ten-year-old Bottled in Bond bourbon was aged in Warehouse C, built by Col. Taylor in 1885, and the barrel warehouse he was most proud of – the final piece in his “model distillery.”  Like some of the previous releases, this one-time-only bottling of E.H. Taylor, Jr Warehouse C Bourbon is very limited.   

 The barrels in the E.H. Taylor Jr. Warehouse C release were all aged for ten years in the center of Warehouse C, with half of them coming from the 2nd floor and the other half from the 5th floor.  The second floor is an outstanding aging floor for older barrels.  The ricks are very tight, making it slow and difficult to put in new barrels.  The floor is very dry, making it ideal for 10 to 15-year-old products.  The fifth floor of Warehouse C is a well-rounded aging floor with windows all the way around, providing excellent air flow throughout the floor.  There is ample sunlight through these windows which helps heat up the warehouse and the aging process.  

The ideal aging locations for these barrels led to a wonderful flavor combination, with a nose of cherry cobbler with rum sauce and a hint of oak; a palate of cherry cola, vanilla bean and toasted oak; and a finish that is long and lingering with a hint of spearmint, coffee, raisin bread and anise. 

Barrel Strength pushes the boundaries of our signature four grain balanced flavor profile. Each batch is blended from three bourbon mash bills aged in new American oak barrels and completely uncut and non chill-filtered. Each barrel was hand selected and blended into a single batch in order to create this unique offering.

Cumberland Falls Kentucky Straight Bourbon is named after a unique and scenic landmark of the state of Kentucky. The Bourbon of Cumberland Falls honors its remarkable beauty and native spirit. An astonishing feature of the site is the moonbow, a lunar rainbow that is visible when there is a full moon.

In our attempt to find the finest whiskey, we found ourselves in awe of the breathtakingly scenery of the moonbow, over the mighty waterfall of the Cumberland River.

Some time after we discovered our perfect bourbon, we were excited to travel there once again, to experience the beautiful view, with a glass of whiskey in a hand and the success of our adventure. It was at that point that we made the decision to name the bourbon after the majestic Cumberland Falls.

We would like to celebrate the creation of our first premium Kentucky Straight Bourbon with everyone who value heritage, honors spirit and appreciate the finest authentic bourbons.

TASTING NOTES

COLOR: Beautiful medium to dark amber bordering on copper.

NOSE: Lemon, pine, and faint allspice, minimal notes of char gives way to banana and summer fruits. Almost no alcohol on the nose. Oak is as minimal on the nose as it is on the palate.

PALATE: Vanilla overlays all of the rye spice, which follows the young, new, lightly charred oak. Hints of alcohol accompany the short creamy vanilla finish.

Lonely Oak Distillery was born out of a dream and a promise. A dream to make small-batch craft spirits using grains grown right here, in western Iowa, on the Hoffmann family farm. It's on this generous land that we planted the seeds, harvested the grains, and perfected the recipes for the Heartland's finest spirits. That's our dream.

WE’VE SELECTED THE FINEST BARRELS OF OUR AWARD WINNING STEEPLE RIDGE BOURBON, AND FINISHED THE WHISKEY IN PEDRO XIMENEZ SHERRY CASKS IMPORTED FROM SPAIN. THIS COMPLEX EXPRESSION IS RICH IN AROMATICS WITH A FULL BODIED MOUTHFEEL AND FLAVORS OF DARK FRUITS, VANILLA, DARK CHERRY, CARAMEL, A HINT OF CHOCOLATE, AND A TOUCH OF BROWN SUGAR SWEETNESS.

IT WILL DANCE UPON YOUR PALATE. ENJOY!

AWARDS

2023 Double Gold - Denver International Spirits Competition

Discover our small batch Kentucky Bourbon, aged for a minimum of 4 years and sourced from Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River. We then blend these exceptional bourbons together before re-barreling in new traditional medium toasted barrels for at least 6 months.

The result is a perfectly balanced toasted bourbon with delightful notes of vanilla, candy, and sweet oak flavor. Bottled at 94 proof, this bourbon is sure to become a favorite on any bar. We can’t wait to share this Kentucky Toasted Bourbon with you.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Deep Cherry, maple, nutty almonds, burnt apple, burnt brown sugar and lingering oak.

Mouth: Vanilla oak bomb, toasted honey nut cereal, and nutty pecans with a toast is present but not overwhelming. Very sweet oak that lingers with a bit of orange, cherry, and peach into the finish.

Finish: Long toasted sweet oak, lightly toasted popcorn that keeps the vanilla throughout!

Maker Notes

We have a Confession to make – we didn’t make this bourbon. While we never intended to bottle and sell bourbon we didn’t craft, the need to slow the run on our aging inventory overruled our sense of moral authority in this space. And, as such, the first Chapter of our Confession was appropriately named, “Original Sin.” The process of bringing confession to life was more fun than we anticipated so stay tuned for more chapters in this tell-all story where you can expect transparency and premium brown liquid. As we take this journey together, we promise its conclusion to end in penance.

Proof & Wood Ventures has unveiled The Cabinet, a limited-edition whiskey that highlights its finest ryes and bourbons. Part of the award-winning DC Collection, it features The Senator, named Best American Rye at the 2022 World Whiskies Awards, and The Representative, recognized as the World’s Best Bourbon in 2023.

Originally launched in 2022 in Washington, D.C., the 2023 edition will be available nationwide but limited to around 600 six-bottle cases.

The blend includes whiskies aged five to nine years, distilled in Indiana, and features:

> 2014 Rye: 95% Rye, 5% Barley
> 2015 Rye: 95% Rye, 5% Barley
> 2016 Rye: 95% Rye, 5% Barley
> 2017 Rye: 95% Rye, 5% Barley
> 2016 Bourbon: 99% Corn, 1% Barley
> 2017 Bourbon: 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Barley

Dave Schmier, founder of Proof & Wood, describes The Cabinet as showcasing intense rye flavors with spices and floral notes, balanced by dried fruits, nutmeg, and mint, complemented by bourbon sweetness from vanilla and tobacco. He notes that it pairs well with a cigar and thoughtful moments.

Every time we blend a small batch of our flagship four-grain bourbon, we taste it at cask strength before we “proof it down” to our signature 90 proof. We always fall in love with the uncut flavor, now you can too with the addition of this “Farm Strength” version of our flagship bourbon. Each batch will now feature both our signature 90 proof and this “uncut” expression. We named it “Farm Strength”, inspired by how we like to enjoy our whiskey on the ranch. As with all our whiskeys, this one is made from 100% grains grown on the Frey Ranch. Try them side-by-side for the best tasting experience!

100% GROWN ON FREY RANCH. DOUBLE DISTILLED FOR A HIGHER QUALITY WHISKEY.

Robust notes of caramelized bruleé, with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. On the palate, the whiskey opens with birthday cake frosting, glazed butter cake, cloves, orange creamsicle, and dried stone fruit. The finish delivers a sublime yet subtle hint of smoke and black cherry.

Maker Notes

Today we bring you Special Reserve Straight Bourbon. A select reserve of our special stock that is non chill filtered and aged 6 years in American Oak Barrels. Incredibly balanced with a smooth long finish. You get a generous amount of orchard fruits on the nose and clove and spice on the palate.

Flavor Profile

Appearance: Bright crimson.

Nose: The generous aromatics are loaded with caramelized orchard and citrus fruits

Palate: Harmonious and seamless, it finishes with a smooth long finish of clove and wood spices.

AWARDS

DOUBLE GOLD 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
93 Points 2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge

Willett Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a premium bourbon whiskey produced by the Willett Distillery, a family-owned and operated distillery located in Bardstown, Kentucky. The distillery was established in 1935 and has been producing high-quality bourbon ever since.

The Willett Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey is named after the copper pot stills that are used to distill the whiskey. These stills are made of copper, which is believed to impart a unique flavor and character to the bourbon. The whiskey is made from a mash bill of corn, rye, and barley and is aged for a minimum of four years in charred oak barrels.

One of the unique aspects of the Willett Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey is its high proof. This gives the whiskey a richer and more complex flavor profile, with notes of vanilla, caramel, and oak.

The Willett Pot Still Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey is also known for its distinctive bottle design. The bottle is shaped like a pot still, with a bulbous base that tapers up to a narrow neck. The label on the bottle features the Willett family crest, which includes a pot still and the motto "The Price of Perfection."

Tasting Notes

Nose: "vanilla lemon cake." The palate is a balance of caramel, vanilla, spices and citrus. 

Blue Note Juke Joint Unfiltered Crafted in Memphis Straight Bourbon is a premium bourbon whiskey that is distilled and bottled in Memphis, Tennessee. This whiskey is made using a unique combination of traditional and modern techniques to create a distinctive flavor profile that is both complex and well-balanced.

The name Blue Note Juke Joint pays homage to the historic Blue Note nightclub in Memphis, which was a hub for blues and jazz musicians in the 1940s and 1950s. The club was known for its lively atmosphere and legendary performances, and the Blue Note Juke Joint Unfiltered Crafted in Memphis Straight Bourbon seeks to capture the spirit of that era.

The whiskey is crafted using a blend of corn, rye, and barley grains, which are milled and mashed before being fermented with a proprietary yeast strain. The mash is then distilled in copper pot stills before being aged in new, charred oak barrels for a minimum of four years.

The resulting whiskey has a rich, amber color and a complex aroma that includes notes of vanilla, caramel, and oak. On the palate, the whiskey is smooth and well-rounded, with flavors of toffee, cinnamon, and a hint of spice. The finish is long and satisfying, with a pleasant warmth that lingers on the tongue.

One of the unique features of Blue Note Juke Joint Unfiltered Crafted in Memphis Straight Bourbon is that it is unfiltered, which means that it has not been subjected to a fining process to remove impurities. This results in a whiskey that is more flavorful and aromatic, with a fuller body and richer texture.

Technical Details

Aged: minimum of three years
Product Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Mash Bill: 70% corn, 21% rye, and 9% malted barley
Proof & Filtration: 93 proof, unfiltered

SENSORY NOTES
Nose: Sweet corn, allspice, and oak
Body: Viscous
Taste: Vanilla, allspice, apricot, and pear
Finish: Allspice fades into lingering notes of oak, pear, and vanilla