Jim Beam Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Jim Beam Single Barrel is a premium Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey produced by Beam Suntory at the historic James B. Beam Distilling Co. in Clermont, Kentucky. Representing an elevated tier of the classic Jim Beam lineup, each bottle is drawn from an individual, hand-selected barrel chosen by the Master Distiller for its unique depth and complexity. Because no two barrels are identical, each bottling offers a distinct variation on the iconic Beam flavor profile, delivered at a higher proof for a richer, more robust bourbon experience.

Spirit Description

Jim Beam Single Barrel is crafted from the brand's classic mash bill of 77% corn, 13% rye, and 10% malted barley, fermented using the proprietary Beam family yeast strain that dates back to the post-Prohibition era. Distilled in column stills, the spirit is matured in new, heavily charred (Level 4 "Alligator Char") American white oak barrels stored in the upper floors of Beam's multi-story rickhouses. Less than 1% of all barrels are selected for this expression, capturing optimal maturation where heat and airflow produce exceptional wood interaction and rich vanilla-caramel notes.

• Colour: Deep golden amber with polished copper highlights.

• Aroma: Warm, inviting, and wood-forward, featuring prominent notes of toasted oak, rich caramel, vanilla bean, and toasted nuts, accompanied by subtle baking spices, dried fruit, and a touch of leather.

• Palate: Full-bodied, rich, and spice-accented on the entry. Strong upfront flavors of dark caramel, butterscotch, and sweet corn give way to toasted oak, roasted peanuts, baking spices (cinnamon and nutmeg), and a hint of dark chocolate.

• Body: Medium-to-full-bodied with a warm, viscous, and mouth-coating texture.

• Finish: Long, warm, and lingering, trailing off with persistent toasted oak, dark brown sugar, rye spice, and Beam's signature nutty warmth.

• ABV: Bottled at 54% ABV (108 Proof)