Rebel 100 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, USA

Rebel 100 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, USA delivers a bold, full-flavored profile that honors time-tested wheated bourbon traditions while standing out for its rich character and high-proof strength. With layers of caramel, vanilla, and spice, this Bardstown-born bourbon strikes a compelling balance between sweetness and heat, perfect for both bourbon enthusiasts and those discovering high-proof expressions for the first time.

Product Details:

• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Wheated)
• ABV: 50% (100 Proof)
• Grain Bill: Wheat, corn, and malted barley
• Tasting Notes: Caramel, vanilla, honey, ginger, white pepper
• Finish: Long, warming, and spiced with lingering notes of sweet oak and grain

Sensory Description:

Rebel 100 opens with aromas of honey-roasted peanuts, maple syrup, and stone fruits layered over hints of dried apple, tobacco leaf, and sassafras. The palate reveals sweet butterscotch, tropical pineapple, and cherry, accented by baking spices and a touch of cinnamon candy. This wheated bourbon builds depth and richness as it evolves, delivering a medium-length finish that’s full of character, sweet, spicy, and pleasantly warm.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold Medal – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2025
• Gold Medal – ASCOT Awards, 2024
• Gold Medal – SIP Awards, 2024
• Gold Medal – ASCOT Awards, 2023
• Silver Medal – Bartender Spirits Awards, 2023
• Gold Medal – SIP Awards, 2023
• Silver Medal – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2023
• Bronze Medal – International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2022
• Bronze Medal – World Whiskies Awards, 2022
• Gold Medal – ASCOT Awards, 2022
• “Honey-roasted peanuts, maple syrup, and stone fruits are underscored by deep earthy notes of tobacco leaf, dried apple, sassafras leaves, and candied nuts... sweet butterscotch, turning full and spicy, with pleasant chocolate and cinnamon hearts candies lending lots of verve and some complexity on the medium finish.” – Whisky Advocate

Distiller's Background:

Originally introduced as Rebel Yell in 1949 by Charles R. Farnsley and the historic Stitzel-Weller distillery, the brand was reimagined as "Rebel" in 2020 to reflect modern values while preserving its legacy. Today, Rebel 100 is distilled and aged at Lux Row Distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky, and honors a wheated mash bill recipe tracing back to W.L. Weller. Now under the stewardship of MGP Ingredients, Rebel continues to craft standout bourbons using traditional methods, strong sourcing, and a commitment to bold flavor.

Serving Suggestions:

Rebel 100 is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to reveal its layered sweetness and spice. For classic bourbon cocktails, it makes an exceptional Old Fashioned or Boulevardier. Serve at room temperature and pair with roasted meats, caramel desserts, or spiced nuts for an indulgent experience.

Rebel 100 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a high-proof expression with award-winning complexity, inviting both seasoned bourbon drinkers and curious newcomers to experience the powerful legacy of wheated Kentucky bourbon.