Distillery: Jim Beam Distillery (Beam Suntory)
Region: Clermont, Kentucky, USA
Age Statement: 4 years (minimum, per straight bourbon requirements)
Mash Bill: 75% Corn, 13% Rye, 12% Malted Barley
Proof & ABV: 80 Proof (40% ABV)
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Vanilla, caramel, light oak, and a touch of grain sweetness.
- Palate: Sweet and smooth with notes of vanilla, caramel, corn, and light spice.
- Finish: Medium-length with lingering vanilla and gentle oak.
Production & Aging:
Jim Beam Kentucky Straight Bourbon is aged for a minimum of four years in charred new American oak barrels, ensuring a balanced and approachable flavor. It is distilled using the traditional sour mash method, which maintains consistency in flavor and quality.
Distinctive Characteristics:
Known for its smoothness and accessibility, Jim Beam delivers classic bourbon flavors of vanilla and caramel, with light oak and spice, making it a quintessential expression of Kentucky bourbon.
Ideal Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat or on the rocks for a straightforward experience. Its mild flavor profile also makes it an excellent base for cocktails such as the Whiskey Sour, Old Fashioned, or Mint Julep.