With a mashbill of 75% corn, 13% rye and 12% barley, Jim Beam Single Barrel is produced by Beam in Clermont, Kentucky. In 2019, the brand replaced its 95-proof Single Barrel offering with a 108-proof version. This expression is non-chill-filtered and retails for around $35.
Still a bit raw for me, even after calming down towards the end. If anything, this is a good cocktail bourbon. But single barrels aren’t the norm for cocktails, so consider that and the price before buying.
Well well, the updated release of Jim Beam Single Barrel Bourbon is quite good, bringing a well-balanced and interesting blend of honey, fruit, herbal, and oak traits that cover the full spectrum from dark to bright. The higher ABV adds additional character without any unpleasant heat, so the barrel selection was also well done.
