The Story
Bulleit Bourbon Frontier Whiskey is a toasted and spiced Kentucky Straight Bourbon, made with a blend of corn, malted barley, and a high percentage of rye (28%). It is appreciated as a meditation drink, but is ideal for mixing classic cocktails. It was created by Thomas Bulleit Jr., who revived the old recipe of his great-great-grandfather August Bulleit, who disappeared under mysterious circumstances a century and a half ago. It is produced in Bourbon County, Kentucky, following the strict American regulations for Straight Bourbon. Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey is a cross between the distillery's rye version (made with 95% rye) and the classic bourbon with a reduced rye content. Bulleit Bourbon is produced using only high-quality raw materials and small-batch techniques, making it a small batch whiskey. The use of special yeast strains and pure, filtered Kentucky water give the bourbon its complex character, while the significantly high rye content adds to its boldness. In keeping with Kentucky tradition, Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey is aged in new white oak barrels, internally burned, for a minimum of two years. The bottle has swept the board with awards since its launch, most notably winning the gold medal at the renowned San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2004, 2007, and 2012.