Early Times Bottled in Bond Bourbon Whiskey
Early Times Bottled in Bond — 100-Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Early Times Bottled in Bond Bourbon is a Kentucky straight bourbon that honors the quality standards of the U.S. Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897: one distiller, one distillery, one distilling season, aged a minimum of 4 years under government supervision, and bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), 750mL.
Now part of the Sazerac family and distilled at the Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, this is a tribute to historic bourbon making — heat-cycled warehouse aging builds uncommon maturity for the price, and the result is a classic, smooth bourbon rich in caramel corn, toffee, and baking spice. Exceptional value in the bottled-in-bond category.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Light caramel corn with hints of citrus rind, honey, and soft oak.
- Palate: Soft caramel corn, shortbread, a hint of chocolate and oak, with a trace of cinnamon spice in the sweetness.
- Finish: Medium — hints of caramel corn linger.
Key Highlights
- ✔ Bottled-in-Bond — meets the 1897 Act's strict standards
- ✔ minimum 4 years; bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV)
- ✔ One distillery, one season — Barton 1792 Distillery, Bardstown, KY
- ✔ High-corn mash bill, heat-cycled warehouse aging
- ✔ Standout value in the BiB category
How to Enjoy
Sip neat or on the rocks to appreciate the classic BiB profile, or build an Old Fashioned — the full 100 proof gives cocktails real backbone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does "bottled in bond" mean?
It's a U.S. legal designation from 1897 guaranteeing the whiskey came from one distiller at one distillery in one season, was aged at least 4 years under government supervision, and is bottled at exactly 100 proof.
Is Early Times Bottled in Bond worth it?
For BiB bourbon drinkers, yes — it over-delivers for its price tier, with the bonded guarantee backing every bottle.
Where is Early Times Bottled in Bond made?
Distilled at the Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, under Sazerac ownership.
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