Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Tennessee Whiskey | 50% ABV (100 Proof) | 750 mL
Process & Profile
Uncle Nearest 1856 is the flagship release from Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, created to honor Nathan “Nearest” Green—the first known African-American master distiller. Aged between 8 to 14 years and bottled at 100 proof, it balances boldness with smoothness, making it one of the most awarded American whiskeys in recent years.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Baled hay, pumpkin seed, stone fruit, caramel corn, and maple sweetness.
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Palate: Layers of cherry, orange zest, raisin, brown sugar, vanilla, and hints of leather and cornbread.
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Finish: Long, rich, and smooth with lingering dried fruit, spice, and vanilla.
What Makes It Special
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Blend of 8–14-year-old Tennessee whiskeys for maturity and depth.
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Bottled at 100 proof for robust yet approachable flavor.
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Created by master blender Victoria Eady Butler, great-great-granddaughter of Nearest Green.
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One of the most awarded Tennessee whiskeys, with multiple Double Gold medals.
How to Enjoy
Enjoy neat or over a large ice cube to open its depth of flavor. It also elevates cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Manhattan with a bold Tennessee twist.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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What is the ABV of Uncle Nearest 1856?
50% ABV (100 Proof). -
How old is it?
It’s a blend of whiskeys aged between 8 and 14 years. -
What flavors are most notable?
Caramel, fruit, spice, oak, and maple sweetness. -
Why is it important historically?
It honors the legacy of Nearest Green, the first African-American master distiller.
Dan Acton –
Smoothest ever.
Katherine McGowan –
Recommend it!
Great flavor! Cheers to the Uncle Nearest team1
Frederick Yohannes –
Great Whiskey Uncle Nearest 1856
Shipping was quick bottles were packaged to prevent damage, Whiskey is very smooth and a special treat for myself and my guests.
Christopher Patrick –
This was a gift
Shipping was quick and it arrived as planned. Only issue, is my customer had no idea who it came from. After I spent a few minutes writing out a thank you note, it never made it into the package.
He was very appreciative. Whiskey was very smooth.
pete baldine –
Awesome stuff
My friend turned me on to uncle nearest a couple years ago and ive loved it ever since. Great flavor, very smooth and a great story. This was a birthday gift to my friend who introduced me to it
Denise Balasa –
Just Ok
It’s not a bad whiskey but I think it could be smoother. I will say it is an easy whiskey to sip on after dinner.
Wendell Harris –
Smooth
Highest quality of whiskey I’ve ever tasted!
Vicki Smith –
This was a gift. Very smooth!
My personalized note was not included
Kermit Jones –
Uncle Nearest
The smoothest 100 proof whiskey I’ve tasted!
anthony megna –
bought for a friend who said it was very good and smooth.
Don Lowery –
Uncle Nearest
Excellent! Best whiskey I’ve had in recent memory and will become my go to.