Jim Beam Small Batch Bourbon with Port Added E-2194

$169.00
Overview

Jim Beam Small Batch with Port Added is Kentucky bourbon aged for at least five years, then bottled with a small amount of full-bodied port. Made in Kentucky and developed for the Australian market, it offers a sweeter, richer interpretation of the familiar Beam style.

The port contributes berry notes and sweetness, while the bourbon provides spicy oak and butterscotch. Suited to those who enjoy sweeter bourbon styles, this older bottling also offers a connection to Australian bourbon history, having first appeared on local shelves in the mid-2000s.

Product Details

Jim Beam Small Batch Bourbon with Port Added is a Kentucky bourbon aged for a minimum of five years, then bottled with a small amount of full-bodied port. Developed for the Australian market, this older 700ml bottling is presented at 40% ABV. Berry sweetness and butterscotch are balanced by spicy oak.

Attribute Detail
Brand Jim Beam
Producer Jim Beam (Suntory Global Spirits)
Country and region USA, Kentucky
Style Kentucky bourbon whiskey with port added
Mash bill Beam family recipe: corn, rye and malted barley
Age statement Minimum 5 years
ABV 40%
Cask type New charred American oak, with port added at bottling
Bottle size 700ml
Release type Australian-market release, older bottling
Tasting Notes

Nose: Sweet and fruity, with candy floss, banana and a red wine note from the port.

Palate: Butterscotch, berries and sugary sweetness, followed by spicy oak.

Finish: Short and fairly dry, with a touch of red wine and gentle spice.

What sets this bottle apart
  • Bourbon bottled with a small amount of full-bodied port, rather than finished in a port cask.
  • Developed for the Australian market.
  • Aged for at least five years, longer than standard White Label.
  • A sweeter, fruitier interpretation of the familiar Beam style.
  • An older bottling with increasing collector interest as availability becomes more limited.
Distillery Information

Jim Beam Small Batch with Port Added began appearing in Australian bottle shops around 2004. Produced in Kentucky, the bourbon is aged for a minimum of five years in new charred oak before a small amount of port is added at bottling for sweetness and richness. Developed for Australian drinkers rather than the US market, it occupies a distinctive place in the Beam range.

Who this bottle is for
  • Bourbon drinkers who prefer sweeter styles.
  • Jim Beam enthusiasts seeking something different from the core range.
  • Collectors exploring older Australian-market releases.
  • Drinkers curious about the influence of port added to bourbon.
How to enjoy

Enjoy neat to explore the berry, butterscotch and spicy oak notes, or serve over a large ice cube for gradual dilution. Add a few drops of water to suit your preference.

Why we curate it

This release offers a playful alternative to more traditional bourbon styles: Kentucky bourbon with a small addition of port, developed for Australian drinkers. Its sweeter profile and place in local Beam history make it an interesting choice for enthusiasts and collectors seeking an older Australian-market bottling.