Daniel Davis
Brother’s Bond Original Cask Strength (2023)
Behind Brother’s Bond Bourbon was founded by two American actors – Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder. Probably most well known for their collaborative roles in the CW’s The Vampire Diaries, Wesley and Somerhalder’s friendship eventually led them to create Brother’s Bond Distilling Co. For their cask strength releases, of which we reviewed a previous batch, the company states that “Ian and Paul hand-selected 70 of the finest Brother’s Bond Bourbon barrels to create this limited release for bourbon lovers.”
Nose
Honey | Caramel | Floral undertone | Touch of spice | Light & inviting
Palate
Loads of honey | Light spice | Dried fruit | Easy-drinking for the proof
Finish
Honey | Graham cracker | Caramel | Milky Way candy bar | Baking spices develop as the sweet flavors dissipate | Very long
Overall
Like drinking honey with a spicy kick, Brother’s Bond Original Cask Strength is a delicious bourbon that ends with an incredibly long finish. On the surface, Brother’s Bond may seem easy to dismiss. It’s a celebrity bourbon that most likely originates from MGP. But Wesley and Somerhalder seem genuinely interested in making a quality product, and their latest batch of Original Cask Strength is proof of that. This is a really enjoyable barrel proof blend, and its long finish is the factor that makes it most memorable. Brother’s Bond Bourbon hadn’t really gotten my attention until now, but this release has me excited for whatever they do next.
Classification: Straight Bourbon
Company: Brother’s Bond Distilling Company, LLC
Distillery: Sourced from an undisclosed distillery(ies) in Indiana
Release Date: Ongoing
Proof: 114.08
Age: NAS (Aged at least 4 years per TTB regulations)
Mashbill: Undisclosed
Color: Gold
MSRP: $80 / 750mL (2023)
Wow, what a pleasant surprise to see such a successful collaboration between two actors in the form of a Cask Strength bourbon. The Brotherhood’s Bond certainly seems like a promising new venture, and I can’t wait to try it myself!
That they “
Brother’s Bond Original Cask Strength is not just another celebrity-backed product. The bourbon, founded by actors Paul Wesley and Ian Somerhalder, has a unique story behind it and is made with careful attention to detail. It’s definitely worth giving a try for any bourbon enthusiast.
That they use a “unique” mash bill
“I was hesitant to try a bourbon founded by actors, but I was pleasantly surprised by the taste and unique blend of the Brother’s Bond Original Cask Strength. Their friendship and passion for quality spirits definitely shines through in this bottle.”
“Brother’s Bond Original Cask Strength is the perfect combination of celebrity and quality. Not only is it founded by two talented actors, but their passion for creating a unique and flavorful bourbon shines through in each batch. Can’t wait to try the 2023 release!”