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I don’t know about you, but it doesn’t take the holidays for me to enjoy a good bourbon cream liqueur. But if Jim Beam wants to release their limited-edition Bourbon Cream and call it a holiday treat, I’m happy to reap the benefits!
The Beam family is considered in some circles to be the First Family of Bourbon. Produced in Clermont, Kentucky by Beam Suntory, Jim Beam has been a part of the whiskey world since 1795. Considered “America’s native spirit,” bourbon has strict requirements that separate it from generic whiskey. Bourbon must be made in the US, but not necessarily Kentucky. It must come from a mash of at least 51% corn and be stored at no more than 125 proof. Bourbon must also be aged a minimum of two years and free from additives.
Jim Beam Bourbon Cream is made with Beam’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and cream liqueur, though I have to say I would have preferred a bit stronger bourbon taste to counterbalance the sweetness of the liqueur.
Veronique Mura, the vice president of marketing for Jim Beam, has said in a prepared statement, “Jim Beam’s Bourbon Cream is the newest indulgent innovation that makes the perfect drink to toast to special moments with — like finally being able to savor time with family once that holiday to-do list is complete.” She nailed the indulgent part; this cream liqueur is thick and rich, and is certainly easy to drink by a roaring winter fire.
Tasting Notes: Jim Beam Limited-Edition Bourbon Cream
Vital Stats: 30 Proof. SRP $19.99/750mL.
Appearance: Cream-colored and opaque.
Nose: Sweet french vanilla.
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Palate: Vanilla and caramel, with just the faintest hint of bourbon.
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