Heaven Hill Grain to Glass Bourbon, distilled in 2017, has a proof of 107 and was released in June 2024 from the Cox’s Creek Rickhouse. Heaven Hill collaborated with Beck’s Hybrids to select Beck’s 6158, a high-starch, non-GMO corn seed varietal suited for Central Kentucky. It hosts a suggested retail price of $100.
Though not superlative compared to other bourbons on the market today, it’s a satisfying dram with unique character and a fascinating pedigree. And given the use of different corn — along with inevitable variations in the distilling and aging process — it’s practically guaranteed to bring something different next year.
Heaven Hill Grain To Glass Kentucky Straight Bourbon does an excellent job of showcasing a “craft” bourbon project done by a large-scale distillery such as this.
