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Hey there, whiskey enthusiasts! Ready for a dive into a dram that’s as delightful as the view from Lookout Mountain? Well, buckle up, my spirited friends, because today we’re exploring the exquisite Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled in Bond Vintage Series. A series as rich in tradition as Chattanooga is in history, so let’s raise our glasses to the craft that’s taking Tennessee by storm!
The Nectar of the South – Chattanooga Whiskey’s Magical Mashup
Nestled along the picturesque banks of the Tennessee River, the famed Riverfront Distillery is cooking up something special, and it’s not just their traditional southern grits. This is where the alchemists of amber, known to locals as Chattanooga Whiskey, stir up their sorcery to bring forth the Tennessee High Malt. And let me tell you, it’s a taste that would make even the most discerning of moonshiners tip their hats!
With each sip of their Vintage Series, you travel back in time to a single distilling season, like an oak-infused time machine. It’s a liquid journal of weathered pages that captures not just the essence of the grains but the spirit of the season itself. Ah, it’s not just whiskey; it’s history in a bottle!
Bond, Bottled in Bond
But wait! Before you take that sip, let’s tip our hats to the Bottled in Bond Act of 1897. This liquid legislation decrees that to earn the Bottled in Bond badge of honor, a bourbon must be born from one distillation season, under the watchful eye of a single distiller and within the hallowed halls of one distillery.
Aged with patience for no less than four years, in a federally bonded warehouse no less, and bottled at a knee-wobbling 100 proof, these rules ensure that every bottle is as pure as the hearts of the fine folks crafting them. And wouldn’t you know it, Chattanooga Whiskey’s bond is as strong as the Tennessee Titans’ offensive line!
A Symphony of Flavors
Now, let me weave you a tale of the Spring 2018 Vintage—a tale of four malt-tacular mash bills mingling together in a rhapsody of flavors. Whispering of crème brûlée, serenading apple cobbler, and the subtle suggestion of toasted coconut, it hits a crescendo with a malty-sweet finish that lingers longer than your Aunt Betty at a family reunion.
And just when you think it can’t get any more exciting, in waltzes R18016, a dashing newcomer to the Vintage Series. Sporting a jaunty 20% of ‘green’ malt in its duds, it’s like a breath of fresh spring air that brings a light complexity to the festivities. A green malt, you say? Yes, it’s barley that’s as fresh as the morning dew on a Smoky Mountain trail.
A Portal to the Past – Chattanooga Whiskey’s Bold Beginnings
But let’s hitch a ride on the Chattanooga Choo Choo and journey back to 2011, where the daring founders of Chattanooga Whiskey, with pluck and perseverance, toppled a century-old prohibition. It wasn’t just a new whiskey they were birthing, but a renaissance, a revival, a revolution in a bottle!
So come one, come all—whiskey aficionados, curious cats, and those simply in pursuit of a tipple touched by Tennessee terroir—to the Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery. This isn’t just a place; it’s a pilgrimage for the palate, a destination where over 40,000 visitors a year find their whiskey wonderland.
The Tantalizing Tennessee High Malt – A Menu of Marvels
And what’s a feast for the senses without a drool-worthy lineup? Following the triumph of the Spring 2018 Vintage, our Chattanooga heroes brandish their signature expressions: the robust Chattanooga Whiskey 91, the bold Cask 111, and, for those who like their rye as feisty as a Nashville honky-tonk, the 99 Rye.
But it’s in their Vintage Series where the Tennessee High Malt truly struts its stuff, a culmination of craft, care, and a touch of Chattanooga charm. With a suggested retail price that won’t break the bank (we’re talking $52.99 for a 750ml bottle), it’s a luxury that doesn’t demand you fork over your life savings. Availability spans from Tennessee to Texas and Louisiana to Colorado, spreading the sweet, malty goodness far and wide.
If you’re thirsty for knowledge (or just thirsty), aim your compass to chattwhiskey.com/mashbills for an in-depth exploration of each mash bill. Trust me, it’s a treasure trove of information that’ll make you the most interesting person at your next cocktail party.
Bringing It All Home – The Chattanooga Whiskey Experience
As we draw the curtain on this tantalizing taste tour, let’s not forget the heart and soul behind each bottle. From fighting for their right to distill to becoming a beacon of innovation and creativity, Chattanooga Whiskey is the embodiment of the city’s spirit – resilient, pioneering, and packed with a flavor as layered as the mountains themselves.
So, raise a glass to Chattanooga Whiskey, the mavericks of malt, the bond bearers, the vintage visionaries. Here’s to their Bottled in Bond Vintage Series – because in Chattanooga, whiskey isn’t just a drink; it’s tradition, transformed.
Cheers, y’all! 🥃✨
I absolutely loved this article on Chattanooga Whiskey Vintage. It was a fascinating dive into the high malt history of vintage whiskey, and I found the Chattanooga connection to be especially intriguing.