Paying homage to bourbon heritage and tradition, the award-winning Brother’s Bond Bourbon, founded by actors, real-life friends, and exceptional whiskey makers Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley, announces the release of its newest expression, Brother’s Bond 7-Year-Old Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Meticulously crafted to meet the strict standards of the Bottled in Bond Act of 1897, this expression joins the brand’s growing portfolio of award-winning whiskies.
With a focus on creating exceptional whiskies, Brother’s Bond Bottled in Bond has already received top accolades in 2024, earning the coveted Double Platinum at the ASCOT Awards and taking home Double Gold at both the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (98 points) and New York International Spirits Competition (96 points).
Distilled in pre-Prohibition history, the Bottled in Bond designation for spirits requires the expression to be bottled at exactly 100 proof, by one distiller at a single distillery in one season, and aged in a federally bonded warehouse for a minimum of four years. Brother’s Bond Bottled in Bond is aged for seven years.
“The Bottled in Bond Act of 1897 was one of the first consumer protection laws in the United States—it allowed Americans to be assured they were consuming a quality product made to the strictest standards,” shares Ian Somerhalder. “Our Bottled in Bond expression, aged over seven years, follows this same 100+ year tradition to create a superior bourbon that we can’t wait to share with fans.”
Brother’s Bond Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey features the brand’s first high-rye, three-grain bourbon mash bill—51% corn, 39% rye, and 10% malted rye. With a deep barrel char, non-chill filtered, and aged for a minimum of seven years, this bourbon is complex, rich, and balanced. The liquid reflects a deep amber with hints of rich mahogany, offering an aroma of vanilla, toasted oak, and caramel with fruitcake notes and subtle baking spices. The taste evokes butterscotch, toffee, and maple syrup balanced by gentle spiciness of cinnamon and nutmeg. The finish is long, satisfying, and distinctly warm with notes of oak, vanilla, and caramel.
“We are proud to bring this product to whiskey enthusiasts, expanding our portfolio of expressions,” adds Paul Wesley. “Bottled in Bond is the epitome of what we strive for—unrivaled quality while paying homage to the rich heritage of American whiskey-making.”
Brother’s Bond Bottled in Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey – Aged 7 Years
MSRP: $59.99 / 100 Proof
- Color: Deep amber with hints of rich mahogany
- Body: Velvety, rich campfire warmth
- Aroma: A harmonious blend of vanilla, toasted oak, and sweet caramel; subtle baking spices and dried fruit
- Taste: Butterscotch, toffee, and a hint of maple syrup; mid-palate gentle spiciness (hints of cinnamon and nutmeg)
- Finish: Long, satisfying; pleasant oak, vanilla, and caramel; warm and comforting
- Empty Glass: Ambrosia
About Brother’s Bond
Brother’s Bond Bourbon, founded by Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley, is an ultra-premium bourbon brand celebrated for its exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Crafted with the finest all-natural ingredients and aged to perfection, Brother’s Bond honors the rich heritage of American whiskey-making. The award-winning whiskey portfolio includes Straight Bourbon, Original Cask Strength Straight Bourbon, American Blended Rye, Regenerative Grain Straight Bourbon, and Bottled-in-Bond Straight Bourbon. Beyond exceptional taste, Brother’s Bond is committed to sustainability, giving back a portion of proceeds to regenerative agriculture with every bottle sold.
