"There used to be a time when the whiskey you bought could be far from pure. Thankfully, the Bottled-In-Bond Act of 1897 helped change that. It ensured that a distillery had to follow a strict set of rules to be 'bonded' and give consumers confidence they were receiving a high-quality product. While we no longer have to worry about bourbon being pure, bottled-in-bond label (BiB) is still a sign that whiskey has reached a certain threshold of quality."
"Though most of those requirements are expected these days, one vital rule that's crucial for bonded bourbon is that it needs to be at least four years old. It means that you can be assured the whiskey has received at least two more years of aging than the minimum required for straight bourbon. As a whiskey expert with many years of expertise in the drinks business, I've always had confidence that any BiB bourbon is going to be good."
Bottled-in-bond began with the Bottled-In-Bond Act of 1897 to enforce strict production standards for whiskey. Bottled-in-bond bourbon must be distilled in one season by one distiller, bottled at 100-proof, remain unadulterated, and carry clear labeling. Bonded bourbon must be at least four years old, ensuring at least two additional years of aging beyond straight bourbon's minimum. Bottled-in-bond status signals regulatory transparency and a baseline of quality. Individual expressions vary in taste and value. Benchmark Bonded offers classic bonded character at roughly $20, representing strong value though not the most refined profile.
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