{"product_id":"whiskey-acres-101-proof-four-grain-bourbon-750ml","title":"Whiskey Acres 101 Proof Four Grain Bourbon 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Acres 101 Proof Four Grain Bourbon 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 101-proof (50.5% ABV) grain-to-glass bourbon distilled from four estate-grown grains in DeKalb, Illinois. What sets this expression apart is its true farm-distillery provenance — the grains in the bottle are cultivated on the same land where they are milled, fermented, and distilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 50.5%  |  Origin: DeKalb, Illinois, USA  |  Four Grain Bourbon  |  Distillery: Whiskey Acres Distilling Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhiskey Acres Distilling Co. operates on the Nagele family farm in DeKalb, Illinois, where the family has farmed for multiple generations. The distillery represents a genuine grain-to-glass operation: corn, soft red winter wheat, rye, and malted barley are all grown on the property before being processed on-site. The four-grain mashbill distinguishes this bourbon from the more common three-grain recipes used by most producers, incorporating both wheat's softness and rye's peppery character into a single expression. Bottled at a robust 101 proof without chill filtration, this release aims to showcase the full intensity of the distillate and the terroir of northern Illinois farmland.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel corn and toasted oak arrive first, followed by a thread of baking spice and dried wheat. A faint floral note from the rye grain emerges with time in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is warm and sweet, with butterscotch and vanilla giving way to a mid-palate wave of cracked black pepper and cinnamon. The wheat component rounds the texture into something almost creamy despite the higher proof, while rye pushes through with a dry, herbal edge toward the peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long, with toasted grain, charred oak, and a lingering sweetness reminiscent of honey-drizzled cornbread. A gentle peppery warmth stays on the back of the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Whiskey Acres Four Grain\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAt 101 proof, this bourbon holds up well neat but also benefits from a few drops of water to open the wheat and rye interplay. It performs equally well over a single large ice cube, which gradually tempers the proof and coaxes out additional sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned:\u003c\/strong\u003e The four-grain complexity provides layered depth beneath the sugar and bitters, avoiding the one-note sweetness of simpler mashbills.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoulevardier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The higher proof stands up against Campari and sweet vermouth without being drowned out, and the wheat softness bridges the bitter and sweet elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour:\u003c\/strong\u003e The butterscotch and baking spice character plays well against fresh citrus, while the proof ensures the bourbon doesn't disappear behind the lemon juice.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a bourbon enthusiast who values farm-to-bottle transparency\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing three-grain vs. four-grain mashbill profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a craft American whiskey to a home bar focused on independent producers\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eExploring Illinois's emerging craft distilling scene\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Whiskey Acres Four Grain taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a balance of caramel sweetness and baking spice, with a creamy wheat texture counterbalanced by rye-driven pepper and a warm, toasted-grain finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Whiskey Acres Four Grain compare to Woodford Reserve Four Grain?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both use a four-grain mashbill, but Whiskey Acres is bottled at a higher 101 proof versus Woodford Reserve Four Grain's 90.4 proof, resulting in a bolder, more intense flavor profile. Whiskey Acres also differentiates itself through its estate-grown grain sourcing, while Woodford Reserve operates at a significantly larger production scale in Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Whiskey Acres Four Grain good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the 101 proof is assertive but not harsh, and the four-grain mashbill provides enough complexity to reward slow, deliberate sipping without needing a mixer.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Whiskey Acres Four Grain made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is distilled at Whiskey Acres Distilling Co. in DeKalb, Illinois, on the Nagele family's working farm located roughly 65 miles west of Chicago.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Whiskey Acres Four Grain?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked pork ribs complement the bourbon's caramel and char notes. Sharp aged cheddar mirrors its spice and sweetness. Pecan pie echoes the toasted-grain and butterscotch character. Dark chocolate with sea salt plays off the wheat creaminess. Cornbread with honey butter creates a natural grain-on-grain harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Whiskey Acres Four Grain come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is available in a 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Whiskey Acres Four Grain worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a premium craft bourbon, priced above mass-market labels but justified by its genuine grain-to-glass production, estate-grown ingredients, and higher-than-standard 101 proof. For drinkers who prioritize provenance and small-batch transparency, it delivers strong value within its tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Whiskey Acres Four Grain?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn a bourbon market crowded with contract-distilled and sourced whiskey, Whiskey Acres stands as one of a small number of American distilleries that grows its own grain, distills on-site, and bottles under its own label. The four-grain mashbill — using corn, wheat, rye, and malted barley together — creates a profile more layered than typical wheated or high-rye bourbons, and the 101 proof bottling delivers that complexity without dilution. This is a bourbon rooted in a specific piece of Illinois farmland, and it tastes like it. For anyone looking beyond Kentucky for serious American whiskey, Whiskey Acres represents the kind of transparency and terroir-driven production that the craft movement promised from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Acres","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50186823008394,"sku":"42607","price":71.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bottlestork.com\/products\/whiskey-acres-101-proof-four-grain-bourbon-750ml","provider":"BottleStork","version":"1.0","type":"link"}