1776 Straight Bourbon 100 Proof
Aged for a minimum of six years, respectively, this bourbon is made in homage to a whiskey that has been produced since the dawn of the American Revolution.
Sensory Notes:
Rich Bourbon Sweetness & Rye Spice; vanilla, honey, cloves, & chocolate. Neat, over ice, or in a proper Old Fashioned, this whiskey rocks.
History:
James E. Pepper was a pioneer in the American whiskey industry. He founded his distillery in 1870 in New York City, and it quickly became one of the most successful distilleries in the country. Pepper’s whiskey was known for its high quality and distinctive flavor, and it was enjoyed by people all over the world.
1776 Straight Rye Bourbon 100 Proof takes its name from the year that the United States declared its independence. This Bourbon pays homage to the spirit of freedom and resilience that defined the birth of a nation. The brand’s history is deeply rooted in American heritage, with each bottle representing a testament to the values and traditions that have shaped the country.
Learn more about the entire history of the brand.
Technical:
100 Proof – Un-Filtered – 60% Corn, 36% Rye and 4% Malted Barley in the Mash Bill; Aged 3-4 years; Distilled at the Lawrenceburg Distillery in Indiana or Bardstown Bourbon Co. in Kentucky (see back label for state of distillation). Cut to Proof and Hand Bottled at the Historic James E. Pepper Distillery using water from the historic limestone well.
Awards / Accolades:
- 2021 – Double Gold Medal; San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
- 2020 – Gold Medal; San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
- 2016 – Gold Medal; New York World Spirits Competition.
- 2015 – Gold Medal; New York World Spirits Competition.
- 2013 – Double Gold Medal; San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
