Bottle-Is-Bond
Bottle-Is-Bond represents the second chapter in The Difference® lineup—an expression that builds on the profile established by The Foundation and presents it through the classic Bottled-in-Bond standard.
Bottled at exactly 100 proof and aged beyond the four-year minimum required by the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, this release amplifies the character of the original barrels while maintaining remarkable balance and structure.
The name is a reminder of a principle that extends beyond whiskey: Your word is your bond.
Expression Profile
Produced
June 2025
Proof
100
Alcohol
50%
Nose
Cherry frosting, soft citrus twist, dark walnut, oak oil
Palete
Orange creamsicle, sweet tea, creamy oak, citrus zest
Finish
Long, tannic oak layered with citrus and tea-like sweetness
Awards & Recognition
World Whiskies Awards — 2026
Silver
Tasting Notes
Bottle-Is-Bond opens with a familiar profile that expands in new directions. The rich cherry character found in The Foundation becomes brighter and more expressive here, evolving into a confection-like note reminiscent of cherry frosting. Citrus notes soften and brighten the aroma, appearing as a twist of zest across the nose, while hints of dark walnut and oak oil add depth.
On the palate, the whiskey reveals a beautifully balanced texture. Creamy and full, it carries flavors of orange creamsicle and citrus zest layered over structured oak and gentle sweetness.
The classic 100 proof provides an ideal frame—holding more flavor compounds while remaining smooth and approachable.
The finish lingers with oak tannin, citrus brightness, and a subtle sweet-tea character that slowly fades.
The result is a bourbon that takes the character of The Foundation and turns every dimension slightly upward.