{"title":"Ron Burgundy","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"ron-burgundy-great-odins-raven-750ml","title":"Ron Burgundy Great Odins Raven 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRon Burgundy Great Odins Raven 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a blended Scotch whisky bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml bottle, combining malt and grain whiskies sourced from Scotland's most renowned regions. Created as the official whisky for Paramount Studios' \u003cem\u003eAnchorman 2: The Legend Continues\u003c\/em\u003e, it stands as one of the few Scotch whiskies produced expressly for a major motion picture release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Speyside, Highlands \u0026amp; Islay, Scotland  |  NAS Blended Scotch  |  Bottler: Old St. Andrews\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat Odin's Raven was produced and bottled by Old St. Andrews, a Scottish firm known for assembling multi-regional blends. The liquid marries 60% malt whisky drawn from Speyside, Highland, and Islay distilleries with 40% grain whisky, yielding a blend that balances sweetness with a distinct smoky backbone courtesy of the Islay component. The brand was developed in partnership with Paramount Studios to coincide with the 2013 sequel, making it a genuine collector's piece as well as a drinkable blend — a rarity in the world of movie-licensed spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm baked muffins and caramel greet the nose first, followed by grassy, herbal undertones. A good measure of peat smoke arrives on the back end, hinting at the Islay malt in the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is decidedly sweet, with caramel and light cereal grain forming a soft foundation. Mid-palate, a peppery spice emerges and begins to push back against the sweetness. The Islay influence surfaces as a gentle smokiness that adds depth without dominating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Relatively short and clipped, with lingering spice and a faint smoldering quality. The smoke tapers off quickly, leaving dry pepper and a trace of malty warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Great Odin's Raven\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat or on the rocks allows the interplay between sweet malt and Islay smoke to come through most clearly; a few drops of water can tame the pepper if desired. A \u003cstrong\u003ePenicillin\u003c\/strong\u003e cocktail highlights the smoky notes alongside honey and ginger. A \u003cstrong\u003eRob Roy\u003c\/strong\u003e lets the caramel sweetness shine through sweet vermouth. A straightforward \u003cstrong\u003eScotch Highball\u003c\/strong\u003e with quality soda water opens up the lighter malt character and makes the blend especially refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a film buff who also appreciates Scotch whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a conversation-starting bottle to a home bar collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThemed movie nights or \u003cem\u003eAnchorman\u003c\/em\u003e viewing parties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors seeking limited-run movie-licensed spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Great Odin's Raven taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with caramel sweetness and baked grain, transitions into a peppery mid-palate, and finishes with a short burst of Islay-style smoke and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Great Odin's Raven compare to Johnnie Walker Black Label?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are blended Scotch whiskies bottled at 40% ABV, but Great Odin's Raven uses a higher proportion of malt whisky (60% versus Johnnie Walker Black's undisclosed ratio) and carries a more pronounced smoky note from its Islay component. Johnnie Walker Black Label carries a 12-year age statement and generally delivers a more complex, multilayered profile, which is reflected in its higher critical scores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Great Odin's Raven good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e It can be sipped neat, though its shorter finish and lighter body mean many drinkers find it equally enjoyable on the rocks or in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Great Odin's Raven made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The whisky is blended and bottled in Scotland by Old St. Andrews, using malt whiskies from Speyside, Highland, and Islay distilleries combined with Scottish grain whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Great Odin's Raven?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked salmon complements the Islay peat character; aged cheddar echoes the caramel sweetness; grilled sausages match the peppery spice; dark chocolate rounds out the smoky finish; roasted nuts highlight the malty grain notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Great Odin's Raven come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Great Odin's Raven worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as an entry-level to mid-range blended Scotch; its primary value proposition lies in its novelty as an officially licensed movie tie-in whisky, which adds collectible appeal beyond the liquid itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Great Odin's Raven?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this bottle from the crowded blended Scotch shelf is its singular origin story — it remains one of very few Scotch whiskies produced under license for a Hollywood studio and a specific film franchise. The 60\/40 malt-to-grain ratio delivers a malt-forward character uncommon at this price tier, and the inclusion of Islay whisky gives it a smoky signature that many entry-level blends lack. Whisky Advocate rated it 78 points, placing it as a straightforward, serviceable blend. For collectors and \u003cem\u003eAnchorman\u003c\/em\u003e fans alike, Great Odin's Raven occupies a unique niche where pop culture and Scotch whisky genuinely intersect.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ron Burgundy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837084430505,"sku":"26122","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/ron_burgundy_great_odins_raven__19110.jpg?v=1730478045"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/ron-burgundy.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}