Proof: 114.4 proof

Age: 6+ years

Mash Bill: 60/36/4 Corn/Rye/Malted Barley

About: The Old Pepper Distillery, originally founded in 1780 during the American Revolution by Kentucky Colonel James E. Pepper, has a deep-rooted history in American whiskey. Pepper, a master distiller, is even credited with popularizing the "Old Fashioned" cocktail. Located in Lexington, KY, the distillery was once one of the most significant in the state, but it shut down in 1958 and sat abandoned for decades.

That is, until entrepreneur Amir Peay stepped in. Reviving the brand in 2008, Peay spent over a decade researching and restoring the historic site, bringing it back to life exactly as it operated in 1934. By 2017, distilling was back in action, following the original recipe and using top-tier ingredients. Thanks to Peay’s dedication, James E. Pepper is once again a name in premium American whiskey, offering standout selections like Single Barrel Rye, Old Pepper Finest Kentucky Oak Bourbon, and the James E. Pepper 1776 Barrel Proof and 100-Proof Rye Whiskey.