Early Times Bottled-In-Bond Straight Bourbon

Straight Bourbon Whiskey | Kentucky, USA | Bottled-in-Bond (distilled in one season, aged ≥ 4 years, bottled at 100 proof) | 50% ABV

Process & Profile

Early Times Bottled-In-Bond is made under the U.S. Bottled-in-Bond standards: distilled in a single distillation season by one distiller, aged for at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottled at 100 proof. It is produced now under Sazerac (after their acquisition), using the same mash bill and yeast strain that helped define its earlier profile.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bright fruit tones—peach, raspberry, and dried apricot—alongside vanilla custard and toasted marshmallow, with a spicy rye kick.

• Palate: Rich caramel and vanilla upfront, fruity notes linger, elevated by creamy oak and mild rye spice.

• Finish: Lingering with fruit and spice, sweet-oak warmth, and a clean, satisfying close.

What Makes It Special

• Meets true Bottled-in-Bond requirements, which assures quality and consistency.

• Delivers strong flavor at value pricing: good bourbon at 100 proof without premium markup.

• Offers bright fruit character uncommon in many budget bourbons.

• Packaged in 1 L format, giving more pour for the buy.

How to Enjoy

Best sipped neat or with a splash of water to open its fruit-and-oak layers. Also an excellent choice for cocktails that can handle 100 proof—Old Fashioned, Boulevardier, or even a richer Manhattan.

FAQ

1. What does “Bottled-In-Bond” mean for Early Times Bottled-In-Bond Straight Bourbon?
   It means the whiskey was distilled in a single season by one distiller, aged for at least 4 years in a bonded warehouse under government supervision, and bottled at 100 proof.

2. What is the ABV of Early Times Bottled-In-Bond Straight Bourbon?
   Early Times Bottled-In-Bond Straight Bourbon is bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof).

3. How long is Early Times Bottled-In-Bond Straight Bourbon aged?
   It is aged at least four years.

4. What flavors can I expect from Early Times Bottled-In-Bond Straight Bourbon?
   Expect bright stone fruit and berry aromatics, vanilla, toasted marshmallow, caramel, oak, and rye spice.

5. How should Early Times Bottled-In-Bond Straight Bourbon be enjoyed?
   It shines neat or with a splash of water; also works well in strong bourbon cocktails that benefit from higher proof.