Casey Jones Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Casey Jones Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the real-deal Kentucky pour — a 750mL straight bourbon (aged a minimum of two years by law) from Casey Jones Distillery in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, and you can order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Size: 750mL
- Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — aged 2+ years by federal law
- Origin: Hopkinsville, KY — Casey Jones Distillery, founded 2014
- Process: Handmade square copper "coffin" pot stills replicating the prohibition-era Casey Jones design
- Proof/mash bill: Not stated — releases documented at multiple proofs; read the bottle label before publish
Straight Means Straight
The word "straight" on a bourbon label is a legal promise: at least two years in new charred oak, no coloring or flavoring, nothing hidden. Casey Jones Distillery — founded by Arlon "AJ" Casey Jones and Peg Hays in Hopkinsville in 2014 — distills in handmade square copper "coffin" pot stills built to replicate the design of AJ's prohibition-era namesake. This is their straight bourbon statement. Explore more Kentucky pours in the bourbon whiskey collection, or see everything from Casey Jones.
Tasting Notes
No verified tasting notes exist for this exact bottling — expect classic straight-bourbon character: oak, caramel, and vanilla from the new charred barrels. Check the bottle or shelf notes for the current release.
How to Enjoy
Neat to judge it honestly, or on a large cube. Makes an excellent Manhattan or old fashioned. Pair with dark chocolate, walnuts, or smoked brisket.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "straight bourbon" mean?
Bourbon aged at least two years in new charred oak with no added coloring or flavoring — a federal legal standard.
Where is Casey Jones bourbon made?
Hopkinsville, Kentucky, at the Casey Jones Distillery.
What is the proof?
Unverified for this exact title — documented releases span 90 to 108 proof; the bottle label is authoritative.
How old is it?
At least two years — the legal minimum for straight bourbon; no bottle-specific age statement is verified.
The genuine Kentucky article — buy Casey Jones Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.