Zeppelin Bend is an American single malt whiskey from New Holland Spirits in Holland, Michigan, twice distilled and aged in heavily charred new American oak, bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).
New Holland began as a craft brewery and brings that malt know-how to its spirits. Zeppelin Bend is made entirely from malted barley, distilled twice, then laid down in new American oak barrels with a heavy char. That fresh, heavily charred oak lightly caramelizes the spirit as it matures and gives the whiskey its rich color and character.
Notes of vanilla and cocoa rise from the slightly caramelized spirit, with toasted grain and a honeyed malt sweetness, leading to a classic American oak finish.
A great introduction to the growing American single malt category.
American single malt became a formally recognized US category in 2024.
New charred oak gives American single malts a richer, sweeter profile than Scotch.
A few drops of water open up the cocoa and vanilla.
It pairs with dark chocolate, roasted nuts and grilled pork.
Serve it in a Glencairn glass to gather the aromas.
It is a great bottle for a Scotch drinker curious about American malts.
It works well in a Penicillin or a Whisky Highball.
Michigan has a fast-growing craft distilling scene.
It is a fun bottle to compare side by side with a bourbon.
It makes a thoughtful gift for whiskey explorers.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Toasted grain, honeyed malt, vanilla.
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Palate: Cocoa, caramelized malt, vanilla.
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Finish: Classic American oak.
Specifications
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Producer: New Holland Spirits, Michigan
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Style: American single malt whiskey
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Distillation: Twice distilled
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Cask: New American oak, heavy char
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Proof / ABV: 90 proof (45% ABV)
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or with a few drops of water, or use it in a malt-forward Old Fashioned or a Rob Roy-style Manhattan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American single malt?
Whiskey made from 100% malted barley at a single US distillery.
How is it aged?
In new American oak barrels with a heavy char.
How does it taste?
Vanilla, cocoa and honeyed malt with a classic American oak finish.
Explore more in our American Whiskey collection.
