{"product_id":"bad-seed-straight-bourbon-whiskey-4-year-american-whiskey","title":"Bad Seed Straight Bourbon Whiskey 4 Year American Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003eBad Seed Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a 4-year-aged American whiskey crafted by Orange County Distillery in Goshen, New York. This New York bourbon represents the growing movement of craft distilleries outside traditional bourbon regions, bringing local terroir and artisanal methods to the classic straight bourbon style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrange County Distillery has built its reputation on small-batch production and attention to detail, working under the \"Good Friends\" label to create spirits that honor bourbon tradition while embracing New York's emerging whiskey identity. Located in the Hudson Valley, this craft distillery combines time-honored bourbon-making techniques with the unique character that comes from New York grain and climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla bean, toasted oak, honey graham cracker, subtle spice, dried corn husk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel sweetness, oak tannins, black pepper, cinnamon bark, buttered corn bread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with lingering oak, warm spices, hint of maple syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange County Distillery, LLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGoshen, New York\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Whiskey Exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering American bourbon beyond Kentucky and Tennessee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appreciating the nuanced character of New York terroir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Cocktails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old Fashioneds and Manhattans with regional flair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting emerging craft distillery regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Bad Seed Straight Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBad Seed delivers classic bourbon flavors of vanilla, caramel, and oak with a balanced sweetness. The 4-year aging provides sufficient wood influence without overwhelming the grain character, resulting in approachable bourbon with traditional notes and subtle New York terroir influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Bad Seed good for bourbon cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Bad Seed works excellently in classic bourbon cocktails like Old Fashioneds, Whiskey Sours, and Manhattans. Its balanced profile provides the necessary bourbon backbone while allowing cocktail ingredients to complement rather than compete with the whiskey's character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Bad Seed Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBad Seed is versatile enough to enjoy neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails. For neat tasting, let it rest in the glass for a few minutes to open up. Adding a splash of water can help reveal additional flavor layers and soften any alcohol heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Bad Seed different from Kentucky bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBad Seed represents New York's emerging bourbon identity, with local grain sources and Hudson Valley climate influences during aging. While following traditional straight bourbon regulations, it offers a regional perspective on American whiskey distinct from Kentucky's limestone-filtered water and climate conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Bad Seed Bourbon worth trying?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBad Seed offers excellent value for exploring craft American bourbon beyond traditional regions. It provides solid bourbon fundamentals with the added interest of supporting New York's growing distillery scene, making it worthwhile for both bourbon newcomers and collectors interested in regional variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bad Seed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48989318250736,"sku":"BSSBW4YAW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_0f93289a-a750-4d3c-94dc-35d13f83edab.jpg?v=1773592762","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/bad-seed-straight-bourbon-whiskey-4-year-american-whiskey","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}