{"title":"Legent","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"legent-bourbon-750ml","title":"Legent Bourbon 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegent Bourbon 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 94-proof (47% ABV) Kentucky bourbon born from an unprecedented collaboration between American and Japanese whisky masters. It earned a Grand Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 93 points at the 2021 London Spirits Competition — the highest score awarded to any U.S. entry that year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 47% (94 proof)  |  Origin: Kentucky, USA  |  Style: Blended Straight Bourbon with Wine \u0026amp; Sherry Cask Finishing  |  Distillery: Jim Beam (Beam Suntory)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLegent represents the convergence of two distinct whisky-making traditions. Jim Beam master distiller Fred Noe — seventh-generation Beam family distiller — produced a core bourbon from a mashbill of approximately 76–77% corn, 12–13% rye, and 10% malted barley, matured for roughly five years in new charred American oak. Suntory chief blender Shinji Fukuyo, the architect behind celebrated Japanese whiskies like Hibiki, then directed the finishing and blending process. He selected individual parcels for additional maturation in California red wine casks (approximately one extra year) and sherry casks (approximately two extra years), ultimately blending all three components — the straight bourbon, the wine-finished, and the sherry-finished — into a single expression that reflects both Kentucky tradition and Japanese blending philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasted almonds and brown sugar rise first, followed by waves of dried fruit, macaroon sweetness, and baking spice. A subtle layer of fresh biscuit and green apple adds brightness beneath the richer notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is smooth and rounded, with caramel and vanilla immediately asserting themselves before giving way to dark red fruit and stone fruit at mid-palate. Oak structure and a thread of chocolate build toward the peak, balanced by citrus acidity and roasted peanut richness that prevent any single element from dominating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and warmly spiced, with leather, dried fruit, and lingering oak tannins. A faint echo of strawberry sweetness and vanilla stays well after the sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Legent\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeat or with a single ice cube is the best way to appreciate the layered blending work — the wine and sherry cask influence reveals itself gradually as the bourbon opens up. A few drops of water coax out additional fruit and floral nuances without diminishing proof character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn cocktails, Legent brings complexity that elevates classic templates:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManhattan:\u003c\/strong\u003e The sherry cask influence pairs naturally with sweet vermouth, reinforcing dried fruit and spice without competing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned:\u003c\/strong\u003e The inherent sweetness and fruit character allow you to pull back on sugar, letting the bourbon's complexity drive the drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoulevardier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wine cask-finished bourbon stands up to Campari's bitterness while adding dark fruit depth that a standard bourbon may lack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBourbon drinkers looking to explore Japanese blending techniques without leaving the bourbon category\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting someone who already owns the usual Kentucky staples and wants something genuinely different\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing American and Japanese whisky philosophies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping alongside dessert courses featuring chocolate, dried fruit, or nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Legent taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Legent delivers a rich, layered profile of caramel, vanilla, and dark dried fruit, accented by baking spice, oak, and subtle chocolate notes. The wine and sherry cask finishing gives it a fruit-forward depth uncommon in most Kentucky bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Legent compare to Basil Hayden?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are approachable, higher-rye Kentucky bourbons at accessible price points, but Legent's wine and sherry cask finishing adds noticeable dried fruit and tannic complexity that Basil Hayden's lighter, spice-driven profile does not share. Basil Hayden is bottled at 80 proof versus Legent's 94 proof, making Legent the bolder option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Legent good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — the multi-cask blending process was designed specifically to create a bourbon meant for contemplative sipping, and the 94-proof bottling strength delivers full flavor without excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Legent made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Legent is produced at the Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky. The bourbon is distilled and aged there, with finishing and final blending directed by Suntory chief blender Shinji Fukuyo in collaboration with Beam master distiller Fred Noe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Legent?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the bourbon's cocoa and dried fruit notes. Aged Manchego or Gruyère echoes its nutty, caramel qualities. Charcuterie with fig jam mirrors the wine cask influence. Pecan pie amplifies the toasted nut and brown sugar character. Grilled stone fruit desserts harmonize with the sherry-finished parcels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Legent come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Legent Bourbon is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Legent worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Legent positions as a mid-premium bourbon, and the dual cask-finishing process plus the involvement of a world-renowned Japanese blender deliver genuine complexity that justifies its place above entry-level offerings in the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Legent?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo other bourbon on the market results from a direct collaboration between a seventh-generation Kentucky master distiller and a Suntory chief blender responsible for some of Japan's most decorated whiskies. The triple-component blending approach — straight bourbon, wine cask-finished, and sherry cask-finished — creates a flavor architecture that cannot be replicated by simple barrel finishing alone. Critical recognition backs up the concept: a Grand Gold from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, a Double Gold from the TAG Global Spirits Awards, and the top U.S. score at the 2021 London Spirits Competition confirm that Legent is far more than a marketing exercise. 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Scoring 92 points from both Drinkhacker and Distiller, this limited release stands as one of the most ambitious collaborations between American and Japanese whisky-making traditions — physically transporting aged bourbon across the Pacific for finishing and blending at one of the world's most revered distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 57% (114 Proof)  |  Origin: Kentucky, USA \u0026amp; Osaka, Japan  |  8 Years Old  |  Distillery: Jim Beam \/ Yamazaki\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLegent was born from a partnership between Jim Beam, America's best-selling bourbon house founded in 1795, and Suntory's Yamazaki Distillery, Japan's first and oldest malt whisky distillery established in 1923. The Yamazaki Cask Finish expression starts as 8-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon with a traditional corn-forward mashbill, which is then shipped to Yamazaki's campus outside Osaka for finishing and blending. There, the bourbon is finished across three separate cask types: French Oak wine casks, Spanish Oak sherry casks, and Spanish Oak sherry casks that previously held Yamazaki Single Malt Japanese Whisky — a triple-cask approach that layers distinct wood influences before final blending in Japan rather than back in Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark stone fruits — plum, fig, and raisin — lead the nose, followed by toffee, crushed red berries, and nutty fudge-like richness. 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The sherry and wine cask influence persists through the tail end, leaving dried fruit and warm wood spice behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 114 proof, a few drops of water or a single large ice cube open this bourbon considerably, revealing softer fruit tones that the cask-strength intensity can otherwise mask; tasting neat first is still recommended to appreciate the full range of the triple-cask character. For cocktails, the dark fruit and sherry richness make it a natural fit for a \u003cstrong\u003eManhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the wine cask notes complement sweet vermouth beautifully. A \u003cstrong\u003eBoulevardier\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the bourbon's oily body and bittersweet depth, standing up firmly against Campari's intensity. An \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e made with demerara syrup and orange bitters highlights the plum and toffee notes without overwhelming the Japanese cask influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a whisky collector who appreciates cross-cultural collaborations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tasting against the original Legent Bourbon to explore how finishing location shapes flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA special-occasion pour for bourbon enthusiasts seeking cask-strength complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a conversation piece to a curated home bar focused on limited releases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a rich, layered profile dominated by dark dried fruits, sherry sweetness, brown sugar, and baking spices, anchored by a long, oily finish of peppery oak and caramel. The triple-cask finishing brings a distinct depth that sets it apart from typical bourbon flavor profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish compare to the original Legent Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e The original Legent Bourbon uses a similar concept of wine and sherry cask finishing but is blended in Kentucky at a lower proof, resulting in a lighter, more approachable character. The Yamazaki Cask Finish is blended on-site at Yamazaki Distillery at cask strength (114 proof) and adds the third cask type — ex-Yamazaki Single Malt sherry casks — producing a significantly more complex and intense bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — its cask-strength bottling at 57% ABV rewards patient neat sipping, though even experienced drinkers may find that a splash of water unlocks additional fruit and sweetness hidden beneath the proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The bourbon is distilled and aged for eight years at Jim Beam's distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, then shipped to Suntory's Yamazaki Distillery near Osaka, Japan, where it undergoes finishing in three cask types and final blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e Wagyu beef or richly marbled steak mirrors the bourbon's oily weight and caramel depth. Dark chocolate truffles echo its bittersweet cocoa undertones. A dried fruit and aged cheese board — think Manchego with figs — amplifies the sherry cask notes. Smoked duck breast complements the leather and tobacco character on the palate. Miso-glazed pork belly bridges the bourbon's American origin with its Japanese finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish is available in the standard 750ml bottle size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Positioned as an ultra-premium limited release, it occupies a higher price tier than most finished bourbons due to the logistics of shipping aged bourbon to Japan, finishing in rare cask types including ex-Yamazaki barrels, and blending at the Yamazaki Distillery itself — factors that justify its premium standing for collectors and enthusiasts who value the unique production story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Legent Yamazaki Cask Finish?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery few bourbons on the market can claim they were physically finished and blended at one of Japan's most iconic whisky distilleries. The triple-cask program — particularly the use of Spanish Oak sherry casks that previously held Yamazaki Single Malt — introduces a layer of complexity virtually impossible to replicate in Kentucky alone. At cask strength, nothing is diluted or softened for mass appeal; this is a full-proof expression designed to showcase what happens when two centuries-old distilling traditions converge on a single liquid. 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