Beam Suntory has launched an unfiltered 50% ABV Jim Beam whiskey it hopes will offer bourbon lovers a memorable taste for the holidays.
Called Distiller’s Cut, the limited-edition offering was selected by the brand’s seventh-generation master distiller Fred Noe and is now available in the US.
The beverage is aged five to six years and it is described as having a medium body, combining caramel sweetness with charred oak, and enriched with light fruit notes.
In a statement, Beam Suntory said: “The premium expression offers a smooth and complex mouthfeel with a warm, lightly charred oak finish – the perfect gift for a bourbon lover looking to try something different this holiday season.
“It has a dark amber colour with aromas of soft charred oak, sweet caramel, vanilla and hints of dried fruit.”
Beam Suntory vice president of North American whiskey Rob Mason added: “At Jim Beam, we are consistently innovating to offer our consumers a wide range of products. Jim Beam Distiller’s Cut is different from our other products because of the post-ageing process.
“Our master distiller has decided to release this batch at a time when bourbon drinkers, more than ever, are anxious to discover something unique.”
Jim Beam Distiller’s Cut is best enjoyed neat or on the rocks and has a suggested retail price of $22.99 for a 750ml bottle.
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