(Uncle) Nearest Green $14
FLIGHT FEE $14.00
Few whiskey brands carry the cultural weight of Uncle Nearest. Named for Nathan “Nearest” Green, the formerly enslaved man who taught Jack Daniel the craft of distilling, it is more than a whiskey; it is a legacy reclaimed and a story that reshaped how America talks about its spirits. Thanks to founder Fawn Weaver’s vision and determination, and master blender Victoria Eady Butler, Nearest Green’s great-great-granddaughter, Uncle Nearest has built the most-awarded whiskey portfolio in recent years while shining a light on a history long overlooked. Yet today the company faces challenges, making our support all the more important. Tonight, this flight is a toast to Uncle Nearest, not just for its remarkable whiskey, but for the history it preserves, the leaders carrying it forward, and the future it deserves.
-
Uncle Nearest Rye – Shelbyville, Tennessee (BIN 413, Proof 100)
A bright, inviting nose of fruit cocktail, hay, caramelized sugar, vanilla, and a touch of oak. On the palate, rye spice and grain shine alongside candied orange and light cereal notes, creating a lively and flavorful sip. The finish lingers warmly, with hints of white pepper, leather, and seasoned oak carrying a gentle heat that rounds out the experience. -
Uncle Nearest 1856 – Shelbyville, Tennessee (BIN 508, Proof 100)
On first approach, the nose is with caramel, brown sugar, oak, and light spice, accented by dried fruit, subtle vanilla, hay, and ripe stone fruit. On the palate, spicy caramel and maple lead the way, mellowing into flavors of dried fruit, floral notes, vanilla, chocolate, and toffee, reminiscent of sweet and spicy oatmeal raisin cookies. The long, rich finish leaves lingering sweetness with hints of vanilla, oak, clove, and nutmeg. -
Uncle Nearest 1884 Small Batch – Shelbyville, Tennessee (BIN 510, Proof 93)
This whiskey opens with a warm, inviting nose of honey, brown sugar, cedar, orange peel, and tobacco flower, accented by ginger and white pepper. On the palate, caramel and spicy wood tannins are balanced with flavors of baking chocolate, cigar leaf, nougat, and a touch of cinnamon. The long, smooth finish highlights lingering notes of cinnamon, dark chocolate, oak tannins, and a hint of maple syrup.
Boo-rbon Season
FLIGHT FEE $16.00
I’m not even sorry about this terrible pun because these NY bourbons are scary-good….
-
Great Jones Small Batch Bourbon – New York, NY (BIN 801, Proof 100)
This whiskey showcases grains grown in New York’s Black Dirt region, lending a distinct character to the spirit. The nose offers dry corn, light vanilla, and subtle hints of vegetable and white pepper. On the palate, a silky, toasty texture carries flavors of sweet vanilla, buttered toast, and gentle pepper spice. The smooth, creamy finish leaves lingering vanilla sweetness and a warm, peppery kick. -
Widow Jane’s Baby Jane Bourbon – Red Hook, Brooklyn (BIN 828, Proof 91)
Made from a blend of Kentucky bourbon and their in-house bourbon distilled using their own proprietary heirloom Baby Jane corn varietal. The nose is light, with honey, summer fruits, and a hint of caramel, though it lacks intensity. On the palate, honey, caramel, apricot, and peach are balanced, with a touch of allspice, leading to a finish with apricot, oak, and a fresh pastry note that adds satisfying intensity. -
Finger Lakes Distilling McKenzie Straight Bourbon – Burdett, NY (BIN 832, Proof 91)
Aromas of vanilla, honeyed biscuits, toasted graham cracker, and buttered popcorn greet the nose, offering a warm and inviting introduction. On the palate, vanilla, caramel, oak, and a signature McKenzie spice create a balanced, flavorful experience. The long, spicy finish lingers with hints of citrus, fruit, and oak, leaving a lasting impression.