Evan Williams Bourbon Whiskey, 1 L, 43%

Heaven Hill Bourbon Whiskey, 1 L, 40% Whiskey production after Prohibition In 1934, shortly after the end of Prohibition, Heaven Hill Distillers Inc. was founded in Bardstown, Kentucky by the Shapira family. At the time, this new market was a highly speculative business, comparable to the internet market of the 1990s. The risk for Heaven Hill was enormous, as it had no brands or whiskey stocks of its own - and this in the middle of the "Great Depression". After a short, successful production phase, the distillery was closed by the US government in 1942 to produce spirits for the war effort. After the end of the war and the entry of Earl Beam, from the Jim Beam Company, as master distiller in 1946, things went steeply uphill again. It was finally in 1957 that Evan Williams Bourbon was introduced and quickly became the most popular bourbon in the USA. Heaven Hill Distillery today Over the years, Heaven Hill introduced numerous successful brands such as Elijah Craig and Rittenhouse Rye and became the largest family-run spirits company in the USA. The company now has 900,000 barrels of whiskey in its halls. These are the seventh largest bourbon whiskey stocks in the world. In addition to bourbon, the company also sells other spirits such as Hpnotiq Liqueur and Pama Pomegranate Liqueur. Heaven Hill Bourbon Whiskey Heaven Hill Bourbon Whiskey is the company's very high-quality base bourbon, which is a delight both neat and in cocktails. Heaven Hill Bourbon Whiskey is very young and is stored for at least 4 years and a little longer. The nose reveals an intense rye aroma and sweet spiciness. On the palate it is spicy, light with a hint of wood. The aftertaste is warm and pleasant with a sugar/caramel note.

Makers Mark Bourbon Whisky 1.0L 45% The history of Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky Makers Mark Bourbon Whisky is a somewhat atypical Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey that is produced in Loretto, Kentucky. The first special feature of Maker's Mark is its name. Unlike other American whiskeys, the (e) in Whisk(e)y is omitted, which is why it is called Makers Mark Bourbon Whisky. More exciting than the name of Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky, however, is its history, which began in 1780. At that time, former officer Robert Samuels went from Pennsylvania to Kentucky to settle there as a farmer and distiller. The whiskeys produced by Samuels, however, were intended more for personal use, and it was not until his grandson Taylor Williams that he began producing bourbon whiskey commercially in 1844. The family business was then successfully continued by William Isaac and Leslie and reopened after the dry years of Prohibition with a new distillery. The distillery is now run by the seventh generation and produces around 4,000 litres of whiskey a day, which is very little compared to other American bourbon whiskey distilleries. The production of Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky Along with the name, the production method of Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky is also unusual. A very high proportion of sour mash (around a third) is used. The mash is composed as follows: 70% corn, 16% barley malt, 14% winter wheat.Normally, rye is used instead of wheat for bourbon whiskey, but it is the wheat that gives Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky its special flavour. Furthermore, during distillation, care is taken to only use up to around 62.5% ABV. is highly distilled so that more aromatic substances are retained in the distillate. Maker's Mark also takes particular care in choosing the barrels. These are stored in the open air for around a year before filling to extract the tannins. This process is obviously very expensive, but it is of great benefit to Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky. One of the biggest buyers of used Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky barrels is the Scottish malt distillery Glenmorangie, which also pays great attention to outstanding barrel quality. After storage, Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky is bottled in distinctive bottles and then dipped head first by hand in red sealing wax. This is how the famous Red Seal Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky is created, which is highly valued by connoisseurs all over the world. The taste of Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky On the nose, Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky is extremely round and balanced, with fine notes of vanilla, wood and cocoa. The body of the Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky is round, soft and buttery with a fine sweetness and again hints of caramel and vanilla. The smooth, pure aftertaste of the Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky ends a drinking experience that is unparalleled in this price range. Ideal for classic whiskey drinks or neat on ice.

Bulleit Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 1.0L 45% The history of Bulleit Bourbon The history of Bulleit Bourbon is younger than most connoisseurs of good American whiskeys assume. It begins in 1987, when Thomas E. Bulleit fulfilled a lifelong dream and relaunched an old family recipe for a bourbon whiskey. He gave up his successful career as a lawyer and founded the Bulleit Distilling Company. The basic recipe for the whiskey comes from his great-great-grandfather Augustus Bulleit, who produced a bourbon whiskey with a high rye content in the 1830s-60s. Augustus Bulleit owned a tavern in Louisville, Kentucky and decided to produce his own, high-quality bourbon for his guests. After numerous small-scale experiments, he finally found a recipe that both he and his guests enjoyed extraordinarily. Unfortunately, his success was short-lived, as a few years later Augustus Bulleit disappeared while transporting several barrels of his bourbon whiskey from Kentucky to New Orleans. His fate remains unknown to this day, and the secret of this special bourbon was almost lost with him. The production of Bulleit Bourbon Bulleit is a so-called small batch whiskey, which means it is distilled and stored in relatively small batches. The mash used has a fairly high proportion of rye, which gives Bulleit Bourbon its unmistakable character. The water used is naturally filtered through limestone and, together with a specially bred yeast strain, gives the whiskey another unique selling point. The taste of Bulleit Bourbon Due to the high rye content, the amber-colored Bulleit Bourbon has a drier and more distinctive taste than other bourbons. Aromas of nutmeg, oak and maple syrup can be perceived on the palate. The aftertaste is long, dry and impresses with subtle toffee nuances. This special bottling has 45% vol. and thus 5% vol. more than the standard bottling. This gives the Bulleit Bourbon significantly more backbone and complexity. Not without reason is it one of the most popular bourbons in many bars around the world!

Gold Bar The Original Blended Whiskey 1.0L 40% American Whiskey The most well-known whiskey in our latitudes is probably a bourbon from Kentucky. There are other well-known ones, such as rye whiskey or Tennessee whiskey. But lesser-known types of whiskey are also becoming more and more popular on the market. The Gold Bar Original Blended Whiskey has also managed to attract attention. This is primarily due to its very striking design in the shape of a gold bar, but once you've tried it, you'll quickly notice that its special appearance does not deceive its taste. It is produced with great attention to detail in California. Here, a mash made from three types of grain is made as the basis for the whiskey: rye, corn and barley. The proportions of the types also decrease in this order. The mash is then subjected to the traditional whisky distillation process, followed by the very special part of the production of Gold Bar Whisky. After distillation, the whisky is filled into very special oak barrels to mature. Here it is 'gilded', as it were, because the oak barrels are covered with a thin layer of gold leaf on the inside. Tasting Whisky is more in the higher price segment, which is also reflected in the taste and is in no way inferior to the elegant Gold Bar Whisky design. This American blended whiskey is a soft representative with a bouquet rich in finesse and a light body. The types of grain used are also clearly evident in the taste. Together with the beguiling oak aromas of the selected barrels and a fruity component reminiscent of ripe pear, this results in a very interesting taste that does not have to hide from any of the more well-known American whiskeys. And what is better for such a newcomer than to receive such a great and fitting review? The premium whisky won double gold at the San Francisco World Spirit Competition!

Ezra Brooks Bourbon Whiskey 0.7L 40% The Ezra Brooks Bourbon Whiskey is now distilled, stored and bottled in Kentucky by the Heaven Hill Distilleries. The history of the brand can be traced back to the early 18th century. Seven generations of whiskey makers have ensured that Ezra has developed its outstanding character. Selected grains, water filtered through limestone and the natural aging process give Ezra Brooks this charcoal-filtered taste that is unique to Kentucky. One of the most popular bourbons in the Bluegrass State.