Heaven’s Door Tennessee Bourbon Whiskey 42%

Additional information

Origin	Tennessee, United States
Vintage	NV
Bottle sizes	70cl

Description

Heaven’s Door Tennessee Bourbon Whiskey is a Straight Bourbon Whiskey bottled at 42% ABV (84 Proof). Available to buy now at Fareham Wine Cellar.

Heaven’s Door Whiskey is a range of American whiskies created by Bob Dylan with some highly regarded craft distillers. The brand is inspired by Dylan’s restless spirit, passion for artistry, and deep roots in American culture and tradition.

Heaven’s Door Whiskies

The first three whiskies released are a Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey, a Double Barrel Whiskey and Straight Rye Whiskey which are finished in French oak barrels from Vosges which have been air-dried for three years. The bottles feature artwork modelled on the welded iron gates of Dylan’s metalworking studio, Black Buffalo Ironworks.

Since 2017, Marc Bushala, co-founder and CEO of Heaven’s Door Spirits, has been in charge of a new distillery in Pleasureville, Kentucky. The distillery has been producing small batches of exceptional bourbon on its custom Vendome still since 2018 and will open to the public in 2024. Industry veteran Ken Pierce has been brought in as Master Distiller to lead the project from design through distillation. They produce Bourbons, Ryes and Blended Whiskies.

Heaven’s Door Tennessee Bourbon Whiskey Mash Bill

Heaven’s Door Tennessee Bourbon Whiskey is made with a mash bill featuring 30% “small grains” (70% Corn, 30% Rye & Malted Barley) and the spirit is allowed to age for at least 8 years in American oak barrels. The result is smooth and lasting with notes of vanilla and baked bread layered over a bed of toasted oak.

Sustainable Distilling

Heaven’s Door takes great pride in being at the forefront of sustainable distilling. The distillery sets an example by leveraging two underground aquifers to tap into pure limestone water for its distilling operations. Additionally, it employs geothermal heating and cooling systems in its buildings, further reducing its environmental impact. Through its dedication to sustainable practices, the distillery cultivates its own heirloom grains and recycles protein-rich mash from the fermentation process as feed for cattle on surrounding farms.

Tasting Notes

Heaven’s Door Tennessee Bourbon Whiskey is smooth and elegant. The nose features cedar, summer berries, cacao, and toasted grains. On the palate, you’ll find festive spices, vanilla pod, buttered corn, and a warm rye character. The finish is marked by strong vanilla notes, peanut brittle, and nutmeg. Aged in new American oak barrels, it offers hints of honeyed beeswax, butternut toffee, and fresh-baked bread. Overall, this bourbon has a solid balance of vanilla and baked bread over toasted oak.