Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Aged Whiskey honors the legacy of Nearest Green — the first known African American master distiller in US history and the man who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey. Named for the year Nearest began his craft, this award-winning Tennessee whiskey is a blend of the finest barrels selected by the Green family descendants and Master Blender Victoria Eady Butler, Nearest's great-great-granddaughter. A whiskey that carries the weight of history and the warmth of family in every sip. Bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof).

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Baled hay, pumpkin seeds, ripe stone fruit, and caramel corn — distinctive and inviting with a beautiful deep golden hue
• Palate: Bold and spicy with caramel, stone fruit, and a warm oak complexity — the 100 proof delivering full-bodied intensity and depth
• Finish: Long, warm, and satisfying with lingering caramel and spice

FAQs

Who was Nearest Green?

Nathan "Nearest" Green is recognized as the first known African American master distiller in US history — the man who taught Jack Daniel the art of whiskey making in Lynchburg, Tennessee. Uncle Nearest was founded in 2017 to honor his legacy and ensure his name is never forgotten.

Who is Victoria Eady Butler?

Nearest Green's great-great-granddaughter and Uncle Nearest's Master Blender — the first African American woman to hold that title at a major American whiskey brand, carrying her ancestor's craft forward into the modern era.

What size bottle is this?

750ml at 100 proof / 50% ABV.

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