Johnny Drum
Private Stock
- 50.5
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- USA
Johnny Drum is made at Willett Distillery, located on the outskirts of Bardstown, Kentucky, founded in 1936 by Thompson Willett, a former distiller at the Moore, Willett and Frenke Distillery. Thompson Willett decided to establish his own distillery during the midst of the Great Depression, with a focus on producing high-quality bourbon. The Willett Distillery remained in the Willett family for several generations. Thompson Willett's son, A. Lambert Willett, took...
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Johnny Drum is made at Willett Distillery, located on the outskirts of Bardstown, Kentucky, founded in 1936 by Thompson Willett, a former distiller at the Moore, Willett and Frenke Distillery. Thompson Willett decided to establish his own distillery during the midst of the Great Depression, with a focus on producing high-quality bourbon.
The Willett Distillery remained in the Willett family for several generations. Thompson Willett's son, A. Lambert Willett, took over operations in the 1960s, followed by his son, Even G. Kulsveen, who became the master distiller in the 1980s. Like many bourbon distilleries, Willett faced challenges during the latter half of the 20th century, including a decline in demand for bourbon and economic downturns. However, in the early 21st century, the distillery experienced a revival under the leadership of Even's son, Drew Kulsveen. Under Drew's guidance, Willett began expanding its product line and experimenting with new techniques.
First developed in the 1960s, Johnny Drum Private Stock is an excellent Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey. Bottled at 101 Proof (50.5% ABV), this is an Old Fashioned Sour Mash Bourbon that's produced in small quantities, ensuring the finest quality of whiskey is produced.
The Willett Distillery remained in the Willett family for several generations. Thompson Willett's son, A. Lambert Willett, took over operations in the 1960s, followed by his son, Even G. Kulsveen, who became the master distiller in the 1980s. Like many bourbon distilleries, Willett faced challenges during the latter half of the 20th century, including a decline in demand for bourbon and economic downturns. However, in the early 21st century, the distillery experienced a revival under the leadership of Even's son, Drew Kulsveen. Under Drew's guidance, Willett began expanding its product line and experimenting with new techniques.
First developed in the 1960s, Johnny Drum Private Stock is an excellent Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey. Bottled at 101 Proof (50.5% ABV), this is an Old Fashioned Sour Mash Bourbon that's produced in small quantities, ensuring the finest quality of whiskey is produced.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig