Jim Beam White Cubs Edition 750ML

Jim Beam White Cubs Edition 750ML is a limited-edition 80-proof (40% ABV) Kentucky straight bourbon celebrating the Chicago Cubs' historic 2016 World Series victory. Marketed as the "Game 7 Batch," this expression features liquid that completed its barrel maturation on November 2, 2016 — the exact date the Cubs clinched the championship in a legendary Game 7, ending a 108-year title drought.

Quick Facts: ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Clermont, Kentucky, USA  |  4 Years Old  |  Distillery: Jim Beam (Beam Suntory)

Production & Heritage

Jim Beam traces its bourbon-making lineage to 1795 and remains one of the most recognized names in American whiskey. The Cubs Edition uses the same time-honored mashbill as the standard White Label — 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley — distilled at the Clermont, Kentucky facility and aged for four years in new charred American oak barrels. What distinguishes this bottling is its provenance: the barrels selected for this batch were pulled on the date of Game 7 of the 2016 World Series, tying the liquid directly to one of the most celebrated moments in baseball history. The result is identical in recipe to the flagship White Label but carries significant collectible appeal for Cubs fans and whiskey enthusiasts alike.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Classic vanilla leads the nose, followed by warm caramel and toasted oak. A gentle undertone of grain sweetness rounds out the bouquet.

Taste: The entry is soft and approachable, with vanilla and light caramel moving to the front of the palate. Mid-palate, mild rye spice emerges alongside oak sweetness, keeping the profile balanced rather than one-dimensional. The overall impression is gentle and mellow, with no harsh edges.

Finish: Medium in length with a smooth, mellow fade. Lingering caramel sweetness and a whisper of toasted oak carry through to the end.

How to Drink the Cubs Edition

At 80 proof, this bourbon drinks easily neat or over a single large ice cube, making it one of the more straightforward sipping experiences in the Jim Beam lineup. Its approachable profile also makes it a reliable cocktail base. An Old Fashioned benefits from the vanilla-forward sweetness without requiring extra sugar. A Bourbon Highball with quality ginger ale lets the caramel and oak notes shine through the effervescence. A Whiskey Sour pairs well here because the light spice and vanilla hold their own against fresh citrus.

Best For

• Gifting a Chicago Cubs fan who appreciates bourbon
• Adding a commemorative sports-themed bottle to a whiskey collection
• Casual sipping during baseball season watch parties
• Mixing reliable, crowd-pleasing bourbon cocktails at home

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Cubs Edition taste like? It delivers a mellow, vanilla-driven bourbon profile with caramel, toasted oak, and light rye spice — essentially the same flavor as Jim Beam White Label, presented in a commemorative bottle.

How does the Cubs Edition compare to Jack Daniel's Old No. 7? Both are entry-level American whiskeys at 80 proof, but Jim Beam is a Kentucky straight bourbon with a corn-forward sweetness, while Jack Daniel's is a Tennessee whiskey that undergoes the Lincoln County charcoal-mellowing process, giving it a slightly smoother, more charcoal-inflected character. The Cubs Edition shares its recipe and proof with Jim Beam White Label, so the comparison is functionally the same.

Is the Cubs Edition good for sipping neat? Yes — at 40% ABV with a smooth, mellow finish, it works well as a straightforward neat pour, especially for those who prefer lighter-bodied bourbon without high proof intensity.

Where is the Cubs Edition made? It is distilled and aged at the Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, located in the heart of bourbon country in Bullitt County.

What foods pair well with the Cubs Edition? Smoked pulled pork complements the oak and caramel notes nicely. Pecan pie echoes the vanilla sweetness. Sharp cheddar cheese provides a savory contrast to the bourbon's sweetness. Grilled corn on the cob mirrors the grain character, and dark chocolate brings out the toasted oak undertones.

What sizes does the Cubs Edition come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format for this limited-edition bottling.

Is the Cubs Edition worth the price? As a limited-edition commemorative bottle, it typically commands a modest premium over standard Jim Beam White Label. The liquid inside is the same proven recipe, so the added value lies primarily in its collectible significance tied to the 2016 World Series — making it more meaningful to Cubs fans and sports memorabilia collectors than to buyers seeking a different flavor experience.

Why the Cubs Edition?

The defining feature of this bottling is not a unique recipe but a unique moment in time: the barrels were hand-selected based on their maturation completion date aligning with the Cubs' first World Series championship in 108 years. For collectors, that provenance tells a story no other bourbon bottle can. The liquid itself delivers Jim Beam's proven four-year-aged bourbon profile — vanilla, oak, caramel, and light spice — in a package that doubles as a piece of baseball history. It occupies a rare intersection of sports culture and American whiskey tradition that gives it lasting shelf appeal well beyond the 2016 season.