Southern Tier Straight Bourbon Recipe
Vanilla & leather scented. Caramel and Oak Finish.
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Ingredients
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Bourbon Ingredients
Method
Bourbon Production Directions
- 1
Mashing
Combine the corn, rye, and barley in a large mash tun. Heat water to approximately 165°F (74°C) and mix with the grains. Maintain the temperature for about 2 hours to allow the starches to convert to sugars.
- 2
Cooling
Cool the mash to about 70°F (21°C) before adding yeast.
- 3
Fermentation
Add the yeast to the cooled mash and allow it to ferment for about 5-7 days, until bubbling stops.
- 4
Distillation
Transfer the fermented mash to a still and distill it. Collect the distillate, focusing on the heart cut for the best flavor.
- 5
Aging
Transfer the distilled spirit to new American oak barrels. Age for at least 2 years, but preferably 4-6 years to develop the desired caramel and oak finish.
- 6
Bottling
Once aged, the bourbon can be filtered and bottled. Store in a cool, dark place.
