← Glossary Regulation
Bourbon Whiskey
A distinctive product of the United States, defined under 27 CFR § 5.143 by mash bill, distillation proof, barrel-entry proof, bottling proof, and a no-additives rule.
A distinctive product of the United States. Under federal regulations (27 CFR § 5.143), it must:
- Be produced from a fermented mash of at least 51% corn
- Be distilled to no more than 160 proof (80% ABV)
- Enter new charred oak containers at no higher than 125 proof (62.5% ABV)
- Be bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV) or higher
- Contain no added flavoring, coloring, or blending spirits