"Crafting Rod & Hammer's SLO Stills Straight Bourbon: A Coastal Whiskey Journey"
Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a unique California Bourbon with a soul that captures the essence of the Pacific. The story behind this exceptional spirit began when a surfer from California crossed paths with a cowboy from Australia, sparking an instant friendship rooted in their shared love for fine spirits and the Central Coast of New South Wales.
Rod Cegelsky and Hammer Marshall breathed new life into SLO Brew, one of California's oldest brewpubs, known for its award-winning craft beers. In 2012, they embarked on a new venture, distilling their first drops of whiskey. Fast forward seven years, Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills was born, and the flow of American Whiskey began.
What sets Rod & Hammer’s Straight Bourbon apart is their signature touch of cutting each whiskey with purified and desalinated water from the Pacific Ocean, symbolically linking California and Australia in every sip. This attention to detail adds a poetic element to the already exceptional bourbon.
This true American classic has matured for two years in new American Oak barrels, resulting in a deep amber spirit with a mash bill that consists of 85% corn, lending a smooth sweetness to the profile. Upon first sip, your senses will be greeted with sweet and smoky aromas, while the palate will be delighted with notes of caramel, vanilla, and roasted nuts.
Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a testament to craftsmanship, friendship, and the beauty of blending California and Australian influences into a bottle of pure liquid gold. Cheers to a spirit that embodies the best of both worlds.
