Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon

American Bourbon | Voyage-Aged (Voyage 32) | 90 Proof (45% ABV) | 750mL

Process & Profile

Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon is a bold, maritime-aged expression that pushes boundaries in bourbon maturation. This wheated single barrel variant replaces rye with wheat in the mash bill, offering a softer, rounder flavor profile. Each barrel embarks on a unique sea voyage, crossing the equator multiple times, facing dramatic temperature swings, humidity shifts, and salt air—all of which intensify the aging process.

This ocean-aging method creates a bourbon that develops faster, with added complexity, salinity, and depth that can’t be achieved on land.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Salted caramel, dried fruit, toasted oak, and vanilla bean

• Palate: Smooth and rich with notes of honeyed wheat, butterscotch, sea spray, and baking spice

• Finish: Long and warm with a lingering touch of brine, leather, and sweet oak

What Makes It Special

• Ocean-aged during a global voyage—crossing the equator and visiting over 30 ports

• Wheated mash bill delivers a smoother, rounder palate

• Single barrel selection—each bottle comes from an individual, unblended barrel

• Picks up unique maritime influences not found in traditional aging

• A bold take on modern bourbon innovation by Jefferson’s founder Trey Zoeller

How to Enjoy

Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to fully appreciate its salty-sweet contrast and unique barrel character. For a bold cocktail, use it in a wheated Bourbon Old Fashioned to let the rounded wheat base and ocean notes shine through.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What makes this different from regular Jefferson’s Ocean?
This is a wheated mash bill and single barrel edition, offering a softer flavor profile and unique character from one specific barrel.

2. What does “Aged at Sea” mean?
The barrels are literally aged aboard ships that travel the globe, exposing the bourbon to oceanic conditions that accelerate and enhance maturation.

3. Is this a limited edition?
Yes, each voyage and barrel is limited and uniquely numbered, making every bottle a collector’s piece.

4. How does the wheat affect the flavor?
Wheat replaces rye in the mash bill, resulting in a smoother, sweeter bourbon with less spice and more mellow grain character.

5. Can I track which voyage my bottle came from?
Yes, each bottle includes a voyage number, which can be looked up on Jefferson’s website for specific route and aging details.