Nelson bros straight rye whiskey 92.5 Proof 750ml

Nelson Bros. · Straight Rye Whiskey · 92.5 Proof · 750ml

Nelson Brothers Straight Rye Whiskey brings together nutmeg, dried apricot, mint, leather, cinnamon and cedar in an American whiskey bottled at 92.5 proof. The combination of fruit, spice and herbal notes makes this 750ml bottle a choice for exploring neat or mixing into a rye cocktail.

Producer & Heritage

The Nelson family's whiskey story stretches from Charles Nelson's Nashville grocery business to Nelson's Green Brier Distillery. The producer's historical notes below recount the family business and the Belle Meade label; they are background, not a claim that this rye shares the historic bourbon's recipe or production details.

Producer Description

Nelson Brothers Straight Rye Whiskey is bottled at 92.5 proof. This American whiskey features tasting notes of nutmeg, dried apricot, mint, leather, cinnamon, and cedar.

Seeking an American dream and a fresh start in Nashville, Charles Nelson opened a grocery store that flourished from his three best-selling products: coffee, meat, and whiskey. This eventually led to his focusing only on his whiskey business, the demand for which was far exceeding the supply. He bought the distillery that was making his whiskey in Greenbrier, TN, and a patent for improved distillation. Throughout this success, he began to make a name for Tennessee whiskey and a household name for himself, as well. Belle Meade Bourbon was one of about 30 different labels that Charles Nelson produced in the late 1800's. Unlike most of his other products, it was produced in conjunction with a third party, Nashville's Sperry Wade & Company, who had contracted Nelson's Green Brier Distillery to sell bourbon, rye, corn, and Tennessee whiskies bearing the Belle Meade brand.

Belle Meade Bourbon was the toast of the town when it hit the market in 1878 and became known as a great value and top-quality product. Long after prohibition's end, Charlie and Andy Nelson dedicated their lives to bringing back the family business and resurrecting the once-great Nelson's Green Brier Distillery. This was no small feat for two recent college grads who spent years being told "no" by potential investors, but that didn't stop the tenacious Nelsons.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

Try neat, over ice or in a Manhattan or Old Fashioned. For food, consider aged cheese, roasted nuts or a slice of apple tart to complement the whiskey's fruit and spice notes.

Details

• Brand: Nelson Brothers / Nelson Bros.
• Type: Straight Rye Whiskey
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Country: United States
• Region Listed: Tennessee
• Grain Category: Rye
• Strength: 92.5 Proof
• Tasting Notes: Nutmeg, dried apricot, mint, leather, cinnamon and cedar