A FRESH TAKE ON A GRAND TRADITION
Since the late nineteenth century, “Bottled in Bond” has been a shorthand way of telling whiskey aficionados that an American whiskey has been distilled, bottled and aged according to a very specific set of federal standards. In short, the Bottled in Bond label indicates that a whiskey has been created at a single distillery, aged for a minimum of four years in a federally bonded warehouse using American oak barrels, and bottled at 100 proof under the supervision of the federal government. To put it more simply, it’s a guarantee of authenticity and the highest quality. Not many American distilleries are qualified to release a Bottled in Bond spirit, and we’re proud to be one of the few in Texas.
The whiskeys in our Seasonal Bottled in Bond Series capture the ingredients, flavors and themes of the seasons from which they were inspired. For each label, internationally acclaimed artist Marc Burckhardt—the painter responsible for the labels on our flagship spirits—has used images to conjure the indescribable moods of summer, fall, winter and spring, selecting a different animal and color to highlight each season. Each of these releases will be available in limited quantities, at select retail locations, and only in the season of their release.
RED CORN BOURBON WHISKEY
RED CORN BOURBON WHISKEY
For this Summer 2023 release—represented by the heat-loving snake and cactus—we combined the robust nuttiness of Jimmy Red corn with the sweet spice of rye. The result is a summertime bourbon offering creamsicle and black tea scents, followed by a palate of peppermint and marzipan.
36% RED CORN, 34% WHITE CORN, 25% RYE, 5% BARLEY
NOSE: ORANGE ZEST, CREAMSICLE, BLACK TEA, SHORTBREAD, BROWN BAKING SPICE, APPLE CRISP
PALATE: COMPLEX BUT LUSCIOUS, DARK BROWN SUGAR, RUM RAISIN, PEPPERCORN, RIPE RED GRAPES, CRANBERRY, DRY RED WINE FINISH
HIGH RYE BOURBON WHISKEY
HIGH RYE BOURBON WHISKEY
For this fall release, represented by the golden stallion, the high-rye content calls to mind the crisp fall air, while the use of white corn conjures visions of autumn fields—and the spirit’s deep amber coloring recalls the red and gold leaves of the season.
70% WHITE CORN, 25% RYE, 5% MALTED BARLEY
NOSE: ORANGE ZEST, JAMAICAN ALLSPICE, FIG JAM, DARK CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHERRIES, HONEY BUTTER, DARK RYE BREAD WARM BUTTER
PALATE: TANGERINE SHERBET, COFFEE CAKE, GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST, ALMOND BUTTER, PISTACHIOS, WARM BUTTERED BLUEBERRY MUFFIN
FINISH: FULL-BODIED CRISP FINISH, DARK CHOCOLATE, BLACK CURRANTS, DRIED FIGS
BLUE CORN BOURBON WHISKEY
BLUE CORN BOURBON WHISKEY
For this winter release, symbolized by the winter crow, we employed blue corn to invoke the endless winter night sky. The spirit’s deep, oaky flavor and hints of butterscotch and cinnamon make this the perfect bourbon for sipping by the fire.
26% BLUE CORN, 25% WHITE CORN, 44% RYE, 5% MALTED BARLEY
NOSE: MALTED MILK, SPICED PLUM, COUNTRY APPLE CIDER
PALATE: DARK CHOCOLATE, CARROT CAKE, MANUKA HONEY
FINISH: EUCALYPTUS, OAK SPICE, BLACK TEA
STRAIGHT RYE WHISKEY
STRAIGHT RYE WHISKEY
For this spring release, represented by the rabbit, we used the bright spice of 100% Texas-grown rye to conjure feelings of new beginnings, bold ideas, and fresh perspectives. This is the taste of spring, in all its glory.
100% TEXAS RYE
NOSE: SPICY OAK, CHERRY PIE, SAVORY HERBS
PALATE: HONEY, BLACK TEA, CANDIED GINGER
FINISH: PINK PEPPERCORN, ALMOND BUTTER, FIG
In recent years, Texas whiskey has exploded onto the world scene—and there’s one major reason for that. The climate in Texas, and more specifically the wild weather swings here, create a perfect environment in which to age whiskey. The reason is simple: each jump in temperature or drop in barometric pressure pushes the spirits in and out of the oak in the barrels. For this reason, Texas whiskey simply ages faster than in other places. That’s how a four-year-old bourbon from the Texas Hill Country can taste as good as a bottle from Scotland that’s been aged for 18 years. If you’ve ever cursed the Texas weather, now you have a reason to be thankful for it.
THE ART & THE ARTIST
Before launching our flagship bourbon, The Musician, we searched far and wide for a painter who seemed to capture the sense of wonder, boundless creativity and deep reverence that we felt when we distilled our spirits. We found that artist in Marc Burckhardt, whose otherworldly visions have since become integral to our brand. For that reason, we knew who to call when we were planning the labels for this series. Marc came to the Distillery and sat with us, tasting the various Bottled in Bond whiskeys straight from the barrel, and letting his imagination run wild. The results speak for themselves: a stunning series of images, representing the four seasons in Texas and featuring allegorical animals and deep, lush colors.
