Heaven’s Door Pays Homage to Founder Bob Dylan’s Birthplace With Release of a Minnesota Bourbon

Heaven’s Door Homesick Blues Minnesota Wheated Bourbon Whiskey can be purchased individually or in a bundle alongside the upcoming biography of Bob Dylan. (Photo: The Bob Dylan Center)

On Tuesday, Heaven’s Door, the whiskey brand co-founded by musician Bob Dylan, announced a new whiskey. “Homesick Blues” is a Minnesota wheated bourbon that pays homage to Dylan’s birthplace — Duluth, Minnesota — and the upcoming biography covering Dylan’s life, “Bob Dylan: Mixing Up The Medicine.”

The 7-year-old wheated bourbon was aged in Minnesota’s North Country and bottled at a cask-strength proof of 122.7.

“We are thrilled to introduce ‘Homesick Blues,’ a heartfelt tribute to Bob Dylan’s Minnesota roots and his journey to find home,” Heaven’s Door co-founder and CEO Marc Bushala said in a news release.” This unique limited release expression stays true to Dylan’s desire to create a collection of whiskeys which each tell their own story.”

According to Heaven’s Door, the harsh climate of Minnesota’s North County has wild temperatures fluctuating from 116 degrees to minus 80 degrees Fahrenheit, which lent “an unparalleled character” to the whiskey aging in it.

A limited-edition bundle with the book, whiskey and a custom box with a copy of Bob Dylan’s original handwritten lyrics to “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door,” is available for pre-order. The whiskey and book can also be purchased individually through HeavensDoor.com. Delivery of the whiskey is timed to match the official release of the book on Oct. 24.

The bundle is available here for $149.99, while the whiskey alone can be ordered here for $79.99.

Heaven’s Door Homesick Blues Minnesota Wheated Bourbon Whiskey Tasting Notes, Via the Brand

Nose: A harmonious blend of sweet notes and oak influence. Prominent notes of honey and caramel balanced with delicate hints of dried fruit, toasted vanilla and a touch of nutmeg.

Taste: Full-bodied, velvety texture. The wheat component contributes to a smooth and creamy mouthfeel, enhancing the overall sipping experience.

About ‘Bob Dylan: Mixing Up The Medicine’

Heaven’s door cites the upcoming release as “the definitive book” on Dylan. Edited by Mark Davidson and Parker Fishel, the book contains myriad photos, song lyrics and personal notes, which give “rare insights into Dylan’s creative brilliance.”

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