Historie

J.W. Kelly & Co. was founded in Chattanooga, TN in 1866 by James Watt (J.W.) Kelly. Kelly was a pioneer in bourbons and whiskeys, who forged his unique plan for the whiskey revolution. After settling in Chattanooga, Kelly employed old-world pot distillation and a custom blend of corn, malted rye, and barley, contributing to Old Milford’s unique blend of five-, six-, and eight-year-old barrels. The brand set a standard of excellence and was esteemed not only in the South but around the world. Now, more than 100 years later, his dream lives on as a world-class spirit with Chattanooga soul.

In the lineup of products you’ll find Old Milford, Single Barrel, Golden Age Rye, Melrose Rye, and Silver Springs Sweet Rye. Additionally, Events and our new project are mentioned, along with an invitation to hear more and become part of Whiskeytown Chattanooga. The history also describes James W. Kelly’s expansions into tobacco, wine and spirits import, and large real estate projects over the years.

Produktion / Fremstilling

The production description highlights Kelly’s use of old-world pot distillation and a customized blend of corn, malted rye, and barley for his whiskies. The product descriptions provide specific details about aging and tasting notes:

• Golden Age Straight Rye Whiskey: Mash bill of 65% rye, 20% malted barley, and 15% malted rye. Aged at least two years in oak barrels and bottled at 94 proof (47% ABV). Notes include a nose of sweet orchard fruits and classic rye spices; the palate starts softly sweet and evolves to bread-like flavors with a white pepper finish.

• Melrose Rye Whiskey: Rye whiskey finished in Amarone wine casks; initial aging in American white oak for at least two years, then finished in Amarone casks; 92 proof (46% ABV). Described as spicy and dry with notes of cherry and cinnamon.

• Old Milford Straight Bourbon Whiskey: Produced in 3,000-gallon pot stills. Tasting notes include caramel color, oak, white pepper, vanilla, and English toffee; the finish offers honey, baking spices and a warm finish. 750ML, 94 Proof (47% ABV).

• Silver Springs Sweet Rye Whiskey: Originally a corn whiskey; mash bill includes corn and rye; aged in #3 charred oak barrels for at least four years. Finished and bottled in Chattanooga; 750ML, 92 Proof (46% ABV). Notes include molasses, burnt sugar, toffee, caramel, and cinnamon with a dry finish.

• Old Milford Single Barrel Select: Double oaked, cask-strength; each barrel is selected from 5–8 year-old casks and transferred to new American oak for an additional 8–12 months. 750ML, 109 Proof (54.5% ABV).

Produkter / Whisky-serien

• Golden Age Straight Rye Whiskey
• Mash Bill: 65% rye, 20% malted barley, 15% malted rye
• Alcohol: 94 proof / 47% ABV
• Aging: at least two years

• Notes: sweet orchard fruits and rye spices; a light, sweet opening, bread-like midpalate and a white pepper finish

• Melrose Rye Whiskey

• Finish in Amarone wine casks
• Alcohol: 92 proof / 46% ABV

• Notes: spicy, dry, cherry and cinnamon; Chattanooga’s first Rye Whiskey

• Old Milford Straight Bourbon Whiskey

• Type: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Bottle: 750ML; 94 proof / 47% ABV

• Notes: caramel color, oak, white pepper, vanilla and English toffee; finish with cinnamon and warmth

• Silver Springs Sweet Rye Whiskey

• Type: Sweet Rye Whiskey
• Bottle: 750ML; 92 proof / 46% ABV

• Notes: molasses, burnt sugar and nougat; caramel and hot cinnamon candy; dry finish

• Old Milford Single Barrel Select

• Type: Single Barrel Bourbon
• Strength: 109 proof / 54.5% ABV
• Aging: 5–8 years in the first barrel, then 8–12 months in new oak
• Notes: Double oaked – each bottle is unique

Besøg / Oplevelser

• Events: The page contains a section for Events; an opportunity to obtain information about plans and events.
• Our New Project: A new venture is mentioned, inviting readers to hear more and become part of Whiskeytown Chattanooga.

Filosofi

• J.W. Kelly was a pioneer in bourbons and whiskeys and used old-world pot distillation and a tailored blend of corn, malted rye, and barley; this created the Old Milford blend and a historic standard of quality. Since then, the brand has grown into a world-class spirit with Chattanooga soul, and the project continues to preserve cultural and regional identity through production and experiences.