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Templeton to Launch its First Locally Distilled Whiskey

  • Beth Squires is the Deputy Editor of The Whiskey Wash and a graduate of the OurWhisky Foundation’s Atonia Programme. With over half a decade of industry experience, she is passionate about writing stories that highlight innovation, diversity, and sustainability across the global whisky landscape.
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The town of Templeton, Iowa, is set to make its mark on the whiskey map, as Templeton Distillery prepares to launch its first-ever homemade bourbon. Named Templeton Straight Bourbon, this new spirit is a celebration of the local community and is scheduled for release in May 2024.
Crafted from a mashbill containing 55% corn, 40% rye, and 5% malted barley, the bourbon is aged in new American oak barrels with a level 4 char. The distillation process involves column and copper stills, using a yeast strain known as Fermentis Safspirit.

In an effort to keep things local, the corn used in the bourbon is sourced from within a 15-mile radius of the distillery. This move towards localization is significant for Templeton, which is typically recognized for its rye whiskey.

In recent years, Templeton has faced criticism for allegedly misleading consumers about the origins of its whiskey. However, the forthcoming release of Templeton Straight Bourbon signals a shift in the company’s approach, as it seeks to focus more on local production.

Stay tuned to witness how Templeton’s latest offering will fare in the whiskey world. Will it be a game-changer for the brand? Only time will tell.

Beth Squires

Beth Squires is the Deputy Editor of The Whiskey Wash with over half a decade of industry experience. She possesses comprehensive knowledge of the global whisky landscape, spanning everything from heritage and production to complex market analysis. A graduate of the OurWhisky Foundation’s Atonia Programme, which champions women in whisky, Beth is a dedicated advocate for diversity and sustainability, focused on highlighting the innovation and storytelling that define the modern whisky industry.

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