{"product_id":"rod-hammers-slo-stills-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Rod \u0026 Hammer's SLO Stills Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eRod \u0026amp; Hammer's SLO Stills Straight Bourbon is a craft bourbon from San Luis Obispo on California's Central Coast, bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRod \u0026amp; Hammer's was founded by California surfer Rodney \"Rod\" Cegelski and Australian Hamish \"Hammer\" Marshall, a story of friendship, adventure and craftsmanship. The bourbon is handcrafted from a blend of grains and distilled with purified Pacific Ocean water, then matured in charred new American oak barrels to a deep amber color, capturing the spirit of the Central Coast with a balance of bold flavor and coastal smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSweet and smoky on the nose, it is smooth and mellow with hints of caramel, roasted nuts, corn sweetness and nuanced oak, pouring golden like a California sunset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SLO-made embossed bottle makes it a fun gift for California whiskey fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBourbon must be made in the United States from a mash of at least 51% corn and aged in new charred oak containers, and straight bourbon must be aged at least two years. Those rules give bourbon its characteristic sweetness, with caramel and vanilla drawn from the charred barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStraight bourbon must age at least two years in new charred oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalifornia craft bourbon is a small but growing category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt pairs with barbecue, grilled tri-tip or pecan pie.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it in a Whiskey Sour or Bourbon Highball.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt makes a great gift for surfers and beach lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBring it along for beach bonfires and backyard cookouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is an easy pour for new bourbon drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, smoky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, roasted nuts, corn sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, nuanced oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rod \u0026amp; Hammer's SLO Stills, San Luis Obispo, California\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight bourbon whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purified Pacific Ocean water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 proof (45% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e California, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat to appreciate its corn sweetness and oak, or over ice for a crisp, refreshing sip. It also makes an easy Old Fashioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho founded Rod \u0026amp; Hammer's?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSurfer Rod Cegelski and Australian Hamish Marshall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSan Luis Obispo, California.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes it unusual?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is distilled with purified Pacific Ocean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\"\u003eBourbon collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rod \u0026 Hammer's SLO Stills","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023611949365,"sku":"VWS_200418985","price":40.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-24623.webp?v=1793663231","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/rod-hammers-slo-stills-straight-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}