Bourbon enthusiasts have a compelling new option with All Nations Kentucky Straight Bourbon. This latest release from Garrard County Distilling Co. brings an innovative approach to whiskey crafting. Rather than following the traditional single Master Distiller model, All Nations employs a panel of four whiskey experts, each bringing decades of experience from renowned distilleries like Jim Beam, Barton, MGP, and Bluegrass. This collaborative approach results in what they call a "community whiskey," positioned at an approachable $39.99 price point.
Since opening in January 2024, Garrard County Distilling Co. has established itself as a significant force in Kentucky bourbon production. The distillery already houses more than 32,000 barrels of new make in their Lancaster rickhouses, demonstrating their commitment to substantial production while maintaining craft quality.
Award-Winning Craftsmanship
The bourbon itself is a 5- to 7-year-old blend that's already garnering industry recognition, having secured a Gold Medal with 95 points at the 2024 International Wine and Spirits Competition. The complexity comes from three distinct mash bills, combining varying levels of corn, rye, and malted barley to create a sophisticated flavor profile.
This 96-proof bourbon is aged in #4 alligator char barrels across various Kentucky locations before final aging at the new Garrard County Distilling Co. facility in Lancaster. The process utilizes limestone-rich water from the historic Lancaster Public Spring aquifer, flowing since 1776 – connecting this modern bourbon to Kentucky's rich distilling heritage.
The All Nations Whiskey Collection
The Garrard County Distilling Co. crafts three distinct expressions of All Nations, each showcasing different aspects of Kentucky bourbon while maintaining the brand's signature balance of rich sweetness and complex spice.
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Tasting Notes: Aromas of sweet spice and dry leather blend with clove, revealing Madagascar vanilla and toasted turbinado sugar. Poached pear on the palate followed by honeyed black tea and tobacco smoke, finishing with white peppercorn and subtle black walnut
- Awards: Gold Medal (95 points) at 2024 IWSC, Double Gold Medal at 2024 America's Best Beverage Awards
Available nationwide at $39.99, this flagship bourbon exemplifies the collaborative craftsmanship of the distillery's expert panel.
Small Batch Bourbon
- Tasting Notes: Southern pound cake and caramel frosting on the nose. Madagascar vanilla, ripe banana, Christmas nutmeg, and cigar box on the palate, finishing with black walnut, cracked pepper, maple wood, and rich leather
- Awards: IWSC 2024 Silver (92 points)
This carefully curated expression demonstrates the art of small-batch blending at its finest.
Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon
- Tasting Notes: Rich oak character followed by subtle fruit, tobacco, and leather, with nuances of rich black tea, Southern flaky biscuit, and dried red fruit
- Awards: IWSC 2024 Silver (91 points)
Bottled at 111 proof, each barrel offers a unique expression of the master panel's selection expertise.
Where All Nations Whiskey Is Available
All Nations wiskey collection is currently available in the states of Georgia, Kentucky, and Tennessee, All Nations represents the evolution of bourbon crafting, demonstrating how collective expertise can create an accessible yet sophisticated spirit. The bourbon is available through select distributors and directly from www.garrardcountydistillingco.com.
All Nations Whiskey has successfully delivered a range of expressions that honor traditional bourbon-making while embracing innovative collaborative crafting methods, offering options for both collectors and casual bourbon enthusiasts.
