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Overview
Yellowstone bourbon offers a high-rye profile in a Bottled-in-Bond format, blending traditional Kentucky straight bourbon stocks finished in French oak for added depth. This 1 oz sample provides an accessible entry to explore its balanced complexity without full-bottle commitment.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| ABV | 46.5% |
| Mashbill | Blend: 50% corn, 36% rye, 14% malted barley (high-rye bourbon stocks) |
| Release Info | Flagship expression from Limestone Branch Distillery, introduced as a modern take on the historic Yellowstone brand revived by the Jones family |
| Age | NAS (blend of 4- to 7-year-old stocks) |
Good to know
Limestone Branch Distillery in Lebanon, Kentucky, crafts Yellowstone using a unique combination of straight bourbon, high-rye bourbon, and rye whiskeys, with final maturation in French oak barrels to enhance fruit and spice notes. The brand traces its roots to the original pre-Prohibition Yellowstone, reimagined by descendants of co-founder James B. Beam.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Caramel, vanilla, and dried cherries mingle with rye spice and subtle French oak floral hints.
- Palate: Bold rye-driven pepper and cinnamon lead into layers of toffee, black cherry, and toasted oak; medium body with integrated sweetness.
- Finish: Lingering spice and caramel fade to a dry, oaky close of moderate length.
Notable details
- Production: Bottled-in-Bond, non-chill filtered; blend finished in French oak for 6-8 weeks.
- Lineage: Limestone Branch Distillery (est. 2011), family-owned by Beam descendants.
- Comparison: Shares rye spice with Bulleit but softer with French oak influence.
- Availability: Core range, widely distributed; 1 oz format ideal for sampling.
Closing
A versatile daily sipper that bridges classic bourbon structure with contemporary finesse.
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