Bulleit is a bourbon whiskey brand that produces various flavors of whiskey. The brand's signature recipe is made with a high rye content, giving it a distinct spicy flavor.
Founded in 1987 by Tom Bulleit
Acquired by Seagram's in 1997
Later acquired by Diageo in 2001
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The flagship product of the brand, featuring a high-rye mash bill and a distinct spicy flavor.
A straight rye whiskey with a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% malted barley.
A higher proof version of the Bulleit bourbon whiskey, bottled at barrel strength.
Bulleit bourbon is made in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, at the Four Roses Distillery.
The mash bill for Bulleit bourbon is 68% corn, 28% rye, and 4% malted barley.
While bourbon is made from grains that contain gluten, the distillation process typically removes gluten proteins. Some people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance may still have a reaction, so caution should be taken.
The main difference between Bulleit bourbon and rye is the mash bill. Bourbon must be made with at least 51% corn, while rye must be made with at least 51% rye. This gives the two whiskeys different flavor profiles.
Bulleit bourbon is bottled at 90 proof (45% alcohol by volume).