Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled in Bond Bourbon 750ML

Chattanooga Whiskey Bottled in Bond Bourbon 750ML is a 100-proof (50% ABV), vintage-dated Tennessee high malt bourbon in a 750ml bottle. The Fall 2017 vintage earned Best Craft Bourbon and Platinum honors at the 2022 ASCOT Awards, establishing this expression as one of the more decorated craft bourbons in recent years.

Quick Facts: ABV: 50% (100 Proof)  |  Origin: Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA  |  Bottled in Bond (Single Season)  |  Distillery: Chattanooga Whiskey Company

Production & Heritage

Chattanooga Whiskey Company distills in Chattanooga, Tennessee, where the brand has helped revive a whiskey-making tradition that was dormant in the city for over a century. What distinguishes the Bottled in Bond expression is its adherence to both the federal Bottled in Bond Act — requiring production in a single distilling season, aging for at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottling at exactly 100 proof — and the distillery's signature Tennessee High Malt approach. Each vintage release draws from a selection of unique bourbon mashbills, all produced within the same distilling season, with every mashbill composed of at least 25% specialty malted grains. Rather than standard two-row malted barley, Chattanooga Whiskey uses more exotic strains such as caramel malt and honey malt barley, sometimes pushing the malted grain ratio to roughly 30%, which imparts a distinctly rich, cereal-forward character rare among American bourbons.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Wildflower honey and spiced fruit greet the nose first, followed by layers of sweet vanilla, brown sugar, and a gentle hint of pear. A warm cereal note runs beneath, reflecting the high malt mashbill.

Taste: The entry is sweet and buttery, quickly developing into rich honey, peanut brittle, and caramel across the mid-palate. At its peak, flavors of oatmeal raisin cookie, pecan pie, and crème brûlée emerge alongside chocolate malt and a subtle root beer quality. The malt character drives an unusually layered complexity for a bourbon at this proof.

Finish: Medium-long and warm, with lingering butterscotch, toasted oak, and a faint whisper of coffee. The sweetness fades gradually, leaving a pleasant cereal grain dryness and brown sugar warmth.

How to Drink Chattanooga Bottled in Bond

At 100 proof, this bourbon drinks well neat, where the malt complexity has room to develop fully; a few drops of water open up additional honey and fruit notes without diminishing structure. It also performs well in cocktails where its malt richness stands out. An Old Fashioned benefits from the caramel and pecan pie sweetness, which pairs naturally with bitters and orange peel. A Boulevardier leverages the bourbon's butterscotch depth against Campari's bitterness for a well-balanced drink. A Gold Rush (bourbon, honey syrup, lemon) is a natural match, since the whiskey's inherent honey character amplifies the cocktail's core flavor.

Best For

• Bourbon collectors seeking single-season, vintage-dated releases
• Gifting a whiskey enthusiast who appreciates craft distilling and unique mashbills
• Side-by-side tasting sessions comparing different Chattanooga Whiskey vintages
• After-dinner sipping alongside rich desserts like pecan pie or bread pudding

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Chattanooga Bottled in Bond taste like? It has a distinctly sweet, malty profile built around honey, peanut brittle, caramel, and pecan pie, with undertones of chocolate malt and butterscotch. The high proportion of specialty malted grains gives it a rich, cereal-forward depth uncommon in most bourbons.

How does Chattanooga Bottled in Bond compare to Chattanooga 111 Cask? Compared to the 111 Cask expression, the Bottled in Bond is generally considered more refined and polished, while the 111 Cask delivers a punchier, higher-proof experience at 111 proof. Reviewers frequently recommend the Bottled in Bond as the best starting point for exploring the Chattanooga Whiskey lineup.

Is Chattanooga Bottled in Bond good for sipping neat? Yes — at 100 proof it has enough body and complexity to reward careful neat sipping, with a balanced sweetness that does not require dilution. A few drops of water can further open the honey and fruit aromatics.

Where is Chattanooga Bottled in Bond made? It is distilled and bottled by the Chattanooga Whiskey Company in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The distillery played a central role in reviving legal whiskey production in the city after a prolonged dormancy.

What foods pair well with Chattanooga Bottled in Bond? Pecan pie mirrors the bourbon's nutty sweetness directly. Dark chocolate truffles complement the chocolate malt and caramel notes. Aged cheddar provides a savory contrast to the honey and butterscotch. Smoked pork belly matches the warm oak and brown sugar character. Bread pudding with vanilla sauce echoes the bourbon's crème brûlée quality.

What sizes does Chattanooga Bottled in Bond come in? The standard release is available in 750ml bottles.

Is Chattanooga Bottled in Bond worth the price? It positions as a mid-range craft bourbon, and the combination of Bottled in Bond certification, vintage dating, and an unconventional high malt mashbill provides genuine differentiation that justifies its place above entry-level offerings in the category.

Why Chattanooga Bottled in Bond?

The defining feature of this bourbon is Chattanooga Whiskey's commitment to specialty malted grains — caramel and honey barley varieties that most distilleries never touch — pushed to ratios of 25% or higher in every mashbill. That decision produces a flavor profile measurably different from standard corn-dominant bourbons, with a layered malt richness that critics have recognized: the Fall 2017 vintage took Best Craft Bourbon and Platinum at the 2022 ASCOT Awards, while the Spring 2020 vintage earned Silver at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards. As a vintage-dated, Bottled in Bond release, each batch documents a specific distilling season, giving drinkers transparency and traceability that remains uncommon even among premium craft producers.