Still Austin Seasonal Bottled in Bond Series Blue Corn Bourbon (50% abv)

RELEASE #3 // WINTER 2023 // 50% ABV / 100 Proof aged at least 4 years

For this winter release, symbolized by the winter crow, we employed blue corn to invoke the endless winter night sky. The spirit’s deep, oaky flavor and hints of butterscotch and cinnamon make this the perfect bourbon for sipping by the fire.

MASHBILL:
26% Blue Corn, 25% White Corn, 44% Rye, 5% Malted Barley

TASTING NOTES:
NOSE: Malted milk, spiced plum, country apple cider
PALATE: Dark chocolate, carrot cake, manuka honey
FINISH: Eucalyptus, oak spice, black tea

In recent years, Texas whiskey has exploded onto the world scene—and there’s one major reason for that. The climate in Texas, and more specifically the wild weather swings here, create a perfect environment in which to age whiskey. The reason is simple: each jump in temperature or drop in barometric pressure pushes the spirits in and out of the oak in the barrels. For this reason, Texas whiskey simply ages faster than in other places. That’s how a four-year-old bourbon from the Texas Hill Country can taste as good as a bottle from Scotland that’s been aged for 18 years. If you’ve ever cursed the Texas weather, now you have a reason to be thankful for it.

Before launching our flagship bourbon, The Musician, we searched far and wide for a painter who seemed to capture the sense of wonder, boundless creativity and deep reverence that we felt when we distilled our spirits. We found that artist in Marc Burckhardt, whose otherworldly visions have since become integral to our brand. For that reason, we knew who to call when we were planning the labels for this series. Marc came to the Distillery and sat with us, tasting the various Bottled in Bond whiskeys straight from the barrel, and letting his imagination run wild. The results speak for themselves: a stunning series of images, representing the four seasons in Texas and featuring allegorical animals and deep, lush colors.