Nassif Family Reserve American Whiskey
Nassif Family Reserve American Whiskey is a 53.5% ABV (107 proof) sourced blend from Cat's Eye Distillery in Bettendorf, Iowa — Batch No. 3 marries 50% 14-year light whiskey from MGP with 50% "bourye" (a 36%-rye bourbon and 95%-rye distillate aged 3 years 10 months together in new oak). A vanilla-butterscotch bomb with warm, lingering sweet heat, in a 750mL bottle. Order Nassif Family Reserve online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV/Proof: 53.5% ABV (107 proof)
- Size: 750mL
- Blend (Batch No. 3): 50% 14-yr MGP light whiskey + 50% bourye aged 3y10m
- Bottler: Cat's Eye Distillery, Bettendorf, Iowa
- Story: Began as the whiskey co-founder Gene Nassif blended for his wedding
- Profile: Vanilla, butterscotch, citrus, cream, toffee, clove, sweet heat
A Wedding Blend Gone Pro
Gene Nassif, co-founder of Cat's Eye Distillery, first blended this whiskey for his own wedding — then made it the flagship of the house's Obtainium line. It's transparently sourced (MGP stock, openly disclosed) and bottled at a full 107 proof for drinkers who want the whole flavor. Discover more from Cat's Eye Distillery or shop bold American whiskeys.
Tasting Notes
The nose is a vanilla-butterscotch bomb with slight citrus and cream. The palate brings vanilla, toffee, and a hint of clove, finishing with warm, lingering sweet heat — "a nice Kentucky hug."
How to Enjoy
A few drops of water open it beautifully at 107 proof; neat in a Glencairn for the full experience. Stands up in an old fashioned.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is "bourye"?
The producer's term for a blend of 36%-rye bourbon and 95%-rye distillate, aged together in new oak — here 3 years 10 months.
Who makes Nassif Family Reserve?
Cat's Eye Distillery in Bettendorf, Iowa, co-founded by Gene Nassif. The whiskey is sourced (MGP) and blended by the house.
What is the proof?
107 proof (53.5% ABV).
Is the age statement batch-specific?
The 14-year/3-year-10-month breakdown is documented for Batch No. 3 (2021); later batches may differ.
High proof, full flavor — add Nassif Family Reserve to your shelf via Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.