Jim Beam 8 Year Old Black Label 1980s (1.14L)
- Distillery
- Jim Beam
- Region
- Country
- America
- Type
- Bourbon
- ABV
- 45%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £250
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Toasted, Honey, Chocolate
- Description
- A 1980s bottling of Jim Beam's 8 Year Old Black Label Kentucky straight bourbon in the less common 1.14L format. A vintage example of the classic bourbon standard, suitable for collectors and those seeking retro American whiskey.
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Jim Beam 8 Year Old Black Label 1980s (1.14L) is a 8-year-old bourbon from Jim Beam (America), bottled at 45% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and delicately floral character — vanilla, toasted, honey, chocolate. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
A 1980s bottling of Jim Beam's 8 Year Old Black Label Kentucky straight bourbon in the less common 1.14L format. A vintage example of the classic bourbon standard, suitable for collectors and those seeking retro American whiskey.
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