Old Grand-Dad is again with its annual launch of 7-12 months-Outdated Bonded Bourbon. Every year, this Kentucky Straight bourbon whiskey is produced from a single distillation season in accordance with the Bottled-In-Bond Act, which additionally stipulates {that a} spirit have to be produced within the U.S., aged in a federally bonded warehouse for not less than 4 years, and bottled at 100 proof.
The 2025 launch was barreled within the spring of 2018, so it’s been patiently ageing past the required four-year interval, choosing up extra flavors and aromas over time. The present iteration is formulated with a high-rye recipe—the mashbill is 63% corn, 27% rye, and 10% malted barley—so it has some spice however remains to be comparatively mild and easygoing.
First launched in 1882, Outdated Grand-Dad is a conventional and storied bourbon. The long-lasting model was acquired by James B. Beam Distilling Co. in 1987 and has develop into a favourite amongst bartenders, collectors, and whiskey aficionados. It’s frequent to see OGD paired with beers for boilermakers and blended into whiskey cocktails.
Outdated Grand-Dad 7-12 months-Outdated Bonded Bourbon is out there now with an MSRP of $40. The model additionally makes just a few different expressions, together with the entry-level four-year-old bourbon, which is 80-proof, and the fan-favorite OGD 114.
Outdated Grand-Dad 7-12 months-Outdated Bonded Bourbon Tasting Notes
Coloration: Golden with deep copper tones
Nostril: Daring caramel, cinnamon, and vanilla
Palate: Full-bodied. Candy, velvety caramel flavors, plus notes of charred oak and vanilla.
End: Lengthy, lingering peppery end
