{"product_id":"nelson-brothers-reserve-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Nelson Brothers Reserve Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNelson Brothers Reserve Bourbon is the high-proof expression from Andy and Charlie Nelson's Nashville distillery — a premium batch of well-aged high-rye straight bourbons from Nelson's Green Brier Distillery, carefully selected and blended at 107.8 proof (53.9% ABV) to deliver the rich dark cherry, caramel, allspice, and hazelnut complexity the Reserve name demands.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhere the Classic Bourbon is the accessible, versatile everyday expression, the Reserve is the prestige offering — higher proof, older barrel selection, and a richer, more complex flavor profile that reflects what the best barrels in the Nelson's Green Brier warehouse achieve with maximum aging. Non-chill filtered at 107.8 proof for maximum flavor retention. Browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nelson-brothers\"\u003eNelson Brothers whiskey at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherry, maple syrup, sweet mint, and cinnamon roll\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, allspice, cherry, and hazelnut — rich and full at 107.8 proof\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy, cocoa, allspice, and cherry cobbler — long and warming\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nelson's Green Brier Distillery, Nashville, Tennessee\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn, rye, malted barley (high-rye)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 53.9% (107.8 Proof)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between Nelson Brothers Classic and Reserve?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Classic is the accessible, versatile everyday blend at standard proof, designed for sipping and mixing. The Reserve is the premium high-proof selection — older barrel picks, higher 107.8 proof, and a significantly richer and more complex flavor profile. The Reserve is for neat sipping and occasions where the full flavor intensity of the high-rye mash bill at high proof is the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs 107.8 proof too high to sip neat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor experienced bourbon drinkers, no — 107.8 proof produces a rich, warming experience with the full intensity of the cherry, caramel, and allspice character. A few drops of water opens it up considerably. For those who prefer lower-proof expressions, one large ice cube over 10–15 minutes achieves the same effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the difference between Nelson Brothers Classic and Reserve?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The Classic is the accessible everyday blend at standard proof, designed for sipping and mixing. The Reserve is the premium high-proof selection — older barrel picks, 107.8 proof, and a significantly richer and more complex flavor profile suited to neat sipping.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is 107.8 proof too high to sip neat?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For experienced bourbon drinkers, no — 107.8 proof produces a rich, warming experience with full cherry, caramel, and allspice intensity. A few drops of water opens it up considerably, or use one large ice cube.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Nelson Brothers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42900659863623,"sku":"S 852962007098","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/0640\/2375\/files\/NelsonBrothersReserveBourbonWhiskey_370x_10d696ef-ef56-4e65-91e4-744a86377f8d.jpg?v=1782410530","url":"https:\/\/bourbonnest.com\/products\/nelson-brothers-reserve-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"Bourbon Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}