{"product_id":"clyde-may-s-straight-wheated-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Clyde May’s Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClyde May’s Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a softer, rounder style to the Clyde May’s lineup by using wheat as the bourbon’s secondary flavoring grain. The result is a smooth American bourbon built around \u003cstrong\u003evanilla, caramel, honey, toasted oak and baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, with less of the sharp peppery character commonly associated with higher-rye bourbon.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whiskey opens with sweet \u003cstrong\u003evanilla and caramel\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by honeyed grain, warm oak and gentle baking spice. Wheat helps round the palate, producing a softer texture that makes the bourbon approachable neat while still giving it enough body for classic whiskey cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release also marks a significant expansion of the modern Clyde May’s portfolio. Conecuh Brands confirmed the Straight Wheated Bourbon as the brand’s newest expression in 2026 and reported a \u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal and 91-point score at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its combination of mature bourbon character, softer wheated structure and easy-drinking profile, \u003cstrong\u003eClyde May’s Straight Wheated Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a strong choice for bourbon drinkers who enjoy Maker’s Mark, Weller-style wheated bourbon profiles, mellow sipping whiskey and approachable premium American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClyde May’s Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew 2026 Clyde May’s expression\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheated bourbon mash style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, mellow and approachable profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVanilla, caramel, honey, toasted oak and baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold Medal, 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e91-point score at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced under the Clyde May’s \/ Conecuh Ridge Distillery portfolio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for neat pours, ice and bourbon cocktails \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVanilla, caramel and honey\u003c\/strong\u003e with soft oak, sweet grain and gentle baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and rounded with \u003cstrong\u003ecaramel, vanilla, honeyed sweetness, toasted oak and warm spice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow and warming with lingering vanilla, oak, caramel and soft baking spice. Current retailer notes specifically highlight vanilla, caramel, honey, toasted oak and baking spice. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy \u003cstrong\u003eClyde May’s Straight Wheated Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e neat to appreciate its softer wheat-driven texture and sweet vanilla-caramel profile. A large cube brings out additional honey and oak while creating an especially approachable sipping experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also works well in a \u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Boulevardier or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the softer wheated profile creates a rounder, sweeter cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor food pairings, try barbecue, glazed pork, roasted pecans, aged cheddar, caramel desserts or dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Clyde May’s Straight Wheated Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a straight bourbon whiskey that uses wheat as an important secondary grain, creating a softer and generally sweeter profile than many rye-forward bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect \u003cstrong\u003evanilla, caramel, honey, toasted oak and baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e with a smooth, mellow texture. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a new Clyde May’s release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Conecuh Brands identified Straight Wheated Bourbon as the newest addition to the Clyde May’s lineup in 2026. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHas it won any awards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Conecuh Brands reports a \u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal and 91-point score at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for sipping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The wheated profile is designed to be smooth and mellow, making it especially suitable neat or over a large cube.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clyde May's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48269200359561,"sku":"CLYDE-MAYS-STRAIGHT-WHEATED-BOURBON-WHISKEY-750ML","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3013\/8249\/files\/Clyde_May_s_Wheated_Whiskey.png?v=1788465920","url":"https:\/\/mainstreetliquor.com\/products\/clyde-may-s-straight-wheated-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"Main Street Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}