Heaven’s Door is pleased to announce the highly-anticipated annual Bootleg Series release for 2023. Bootleg Volume V is an exceptional 18-year-old straight bourbon whiskey secondarily finished in Spanish vermouth rouge casks. The Bootleg Series offers rare and unreleased whiskeys with special blends and barrel finishes that showcase Heaven’s Door’s innovative approach to whiskey making. Each bottle is adorned with one of Dylan's original paintings on a hand-crafted ceramic bottle and presented in a bespoke leather journal.

AGE: 18 years

PALATE: Well balanced notes of caramel, honey and vanilla with a finish that is clean, pleasant and lingering

ART: No Vacancies, 2019. From The Beaten Path collection, celebrating Dylan's own well-travelled path and inviting viewers to accompany him as he criss-crosses the USA throughout the backstreets, alleyways and country roads.

Heaven's Door Exploration Series #1 Bourbon epitomizes craftsmanship and innovation in whiskey-making. Crafted in collaboration with master distiller Ryan Perry, this bourbon blends tradition with modern techniques. It features a carefully selected mash bill of corn, rye, and barley, distilled in small batches for optimal flavor. Aged in oak barrels, it develops rich caramel, vanilla, and spice notes. Each sip reveals layers of complexity, making it a true delight for whiskey enthusiasts seeking a premium experience.

Maker Notes

Wheated Bourbon Whiskey. Crafted in Minnesota, a mere 150 miles from Dylan's birthplace, the grains are cultivated, distilled, and aged in the heart of the North Country. This bourbon matures amidst the wild temperature swings of scorching highs at 116°F to chilling lows at -80°F, resulting in an unparalleled character. Homesick Blues stands as a testament to Bob Dylan's lasting influence, celebrating both his Minnesota heritage and his creative impact on the world of whiskey.

With its deep and intense hue reflecting a rich, smooth character, Homesick Blues promises a satisfying experience for bourbon enthusiasts. The palate’s full-bodied, velvety texture is further enriched by the wheat component that imparts a creamy smoothness. A masterful balance of sweet and spicy elements highlights the whiskey's unique character, shaped by diverse climates, and cements its position as an extraordinary addition to the world of spirits – a tribute to Bob Dylan's enduring legacy.

AGE: 7 Years

NOSE: The aroma reveals a harmonious blend of sweet notes and oak influence. Prominent notes of honey and caramel balanced with delicate hints of dried fruit, toasted vanilla and a touch of nutmeg.

PALATE: Full-bodied, velvety texture. The wheat component contributes to a smooth and creamy mouthfeel, enhancing the overall sipping experience.

Introducing the first expression in The Bootleg Series by Heaven's Door. Named after Bob Dylan's famous Bootleg Series of albums, the line-up invites people to experience the art of craft whiskey on a new level and will feature unique and unreleased whiskeys, including special blends, barrel finishes and rare stocks. Each offering in the series features one of Dylan's paintings on a hand-made ceramic bottle in a collectible leather case.

Bootleg Vol. II, 2020
15-Year-Old Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Jamaican Pot Still Rum Casks, the 2020 Edition features "Sunset, Monument Valley" by Bob Dylan inside an allocated, individually numbered leather journal.

​Tasting Notes

Nose: Grilled peach, rye, buttered popcorn

Palate: Dark honey, black pepper, cherry, toasted oak

Finish: Cream soda, candied orange, chocolate, graham cracker

Introducing the Heaven's Door Trilogy Collection, co-created with Bob Dylan. Featuring all three award-winning expressions, the trilogy pack invites consumers to experience the breadth of the collection. Each 200 ml bottle showcases Dylan's distinctive iron gate artworka striking blend of art and craft.

Tasting Notes

SBW: Notes of baking spices and vanilla layered over a bed of toasted oak.

DB: Notes of caramel, oak, citrus, and spice.

RYE: Notes of orange peel, coriander, and spice.

Heaven's Door Whiskey is a collaboration with Bob Dylan that came to be in 2018 when industry veteran Marc Bushala and Master Blender Ryan Perry teamed up with the music icon. This award-winning collection features an inspired bottle depicting the distinctive iron gates that were created by Dylan in his studio, Black Buffalo Ironworks. The unique gates were handcrafted from objects discovered across America. This incredible label has a core lineup of highly acclaimed whiskeys. Their Straight Tennessee Bourbon has a unique mash bill from Tennessee, utilizing 30% "small grains" to complement the character imparted from spending a minimum of 8 years in American oak barrels. The result is smooth and lasting with notes of vanilla and baked bread layered over a bed of toasted oak. On the other hand, the award-winning Straight Rye Whiskey gets its rest in toasted oak cigar barrels, air-dried in the low-lying mountain region of Vosges, France. This unique, proprietary finishing creates a smoother, incredibly approachable rye with notes of citrus, coriander, and spice. Heaven's Door Highway 61 is a limited-edition expression that is a blend of 5 different juices: 3 different batches of their Tennessee Bourbon and 2 batches of Straight Rye Whiskey. It's 69% bourbon, 31% rye, and 100% something special. The resulting blend is one-of-a-kind and truly unique, complex, and impressive, and available in super-limited (think single cask!) quantity.

Introducing the first expression in The Bootleg Series by Heaven's Door. Named after Bob Dylan's famous Bootleg Series of albums, the line-up invites people to experience the art of craft whiskey on a new level and will feature unique and unreleased whiskeys, including special blends, barrel finishes and rare stocks. Each offering in the series features one of Dylan's paintings on a hand-made ceramic bottle in a collectible leather case.

As a tribute to shared Irish and American artistry, Heaven's Door Master Blender Ryan Perry and Redbreast Master Blender Billy Leighton collaborated on the 10-year-old Heaven's Door Straight Bourbon Whiskey finished in casks used for Redbreast Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey. Full and complex body by way of Rich Ripe Fruit, Red Apples, Figs & Dates, as well as an unmistakable nutty note of Marzipan and Ground Nut, especially in the finish

Heaven's Door is an award-winning collection of hand-crafted American whiskeys developed in partnership with Bob Dylan. The perfect blend of art and craft, each bottle showcases Dylan's distinctive welded iron gates that he created in his metalworking studio, Black Buffalo Ironworks. Breaking with convention, Heaven's Door finishes its Straight Rye Whiskey in toasted oak cigar barrels, harvested and air-dried in the low-lying mountain region of Vosges, France. This proprietary finishing results in a smoother, approachable rye with notes of orange peel, coriander, and spice. 

AWARDS & ACCOLADES
2018 - Gold, San Francisco World Spirits Competition
2018 - 94 points - American Rye, Ultimate Spirits Challenge
94 points - New York International Spirits Competition

Limited Releases

As a nod to our co-creator and brand mission, we will continue to create an ever-evolving catalog of small batch whiskeys. Let each release take you on a tailored journey of taste and experience.

Introducing the limited edition Heaven’s Door Decade Series. This 10-year bourbon is the first release in a trailblazing new collection of premium whiskeys, curated out of a true labor of dedication and patience over time. Every drop of this bourbon tells a story about the importance of time, age, and maturation. Heaven’s Door invites you to be part of that story. 

Heaven's Door is an award-winning collection of handcrafted American whiskeys co-created with iconic musician and artist, Bob Dylan. The perfect blend of art and craft, each bottle of Heaven's Door showcases Dylan's distinctive welded iron gates that he created in his studio, Black Buffalo Ironworks. 

Serve in a tumbler at or near room temperature on the rocks, neat, or with a splash of distilled water.

Award-Winning Whiskey

Introducing the 2022 release of The Bootleg Series by Heaven’s Door.  Featuring rare and unreleased whiskeys, each annual release features one of Dylan’s paintings on a hand-made ceramic bottle in a bespoke leather case.

The fourth annual Bootleg release, The Bootleg Series Vol. IV featured a wheated bourbon aged for 11 years, finished in Islay Scotch Casks, and then bottled at cask strength with a proof of 111.0.

The ceramic bottle for Bootleg Vol. IV features Lighthouse in Maine, 2017 by Bob Dylan inside a handmade leather journal. The brand's previous Bootleg Vol. III release was recognized by The Robb Report as "One of the Best Bourbons of the 21st Century…"

The Heaven’s Door Decade Series is a collection of limited-edition whiskeys, each featuring a 10-year-old aged expression. These whiskeys are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike, with each release showcasing the brand’s commitment to bringing new, innovative expressions to market.

The Decade 2 expression is the second release in the Decade Series. This 10-year-old rye whiskey is bottled at 100 proof and features a mash bill of 95% rye and 5% barley. With its high rye content, this whiskey offers bold and spicy flavors complemented by subtle notes of vanilla and caramel from the oak barrel. This expression is an excellent example of a well-aged rye whiskey; its 100-proof bottling provides a satisfying warmth and depth of flavor.

Appearance: The whiskey has a deep amber color with a golden hue. The liquid appears viscous and has long legs when swirled in a glass.

AGE: 10 Years

NOSE: The nose opens up with strong aromas of rye bread and baking spices, such as cinnamon and nutmeg. There are also hints of dried fruits, particularly raisins and dates, as well as a subtle sweetness of vanilla and caramel from the oak barrel.

PALATE: On the palate, the whiskey is bold and assertive, with a spicy kick of black pepper and cloves followed by notes of dark chocolate, coffee, and toasted oak. The mouthfeel is rich and full-bodied, with a slight oiliness and a pleasant warmth from the high alcohol content.

Maker Notes

The Heaven’s Door Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a one-of-a-kind blend of two premium Kentucky Straight Bourbons, carefully crafted and aged to perfection. What sets this bourbon apart is its non-chill filtered nature, allowing its natural flavors and aromas to shine through. Our master blender expertly blends each batch using only ten barrels or less, ensuring the perfect balance of flavors in each bottle.

92 PROOF | 46% ALCOHOL BY VOLUME

AGE: 6 years

NOSE: Distilled and aged its entire life in Kentucky, this whiskey is non-chill filtered to preserve its mature flavors. The result is smooth and lasting with notes of vanilla and baking spices layered over a bed of toasted oak.

PALATE: Rich and complex flavor profile, balanced sweetness with notes of caramel and vanilla and spicy undertones, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or black pepper.

KOSHER CERTIFIED

Heaven’s Door and retailers across the country selected barrels that vary in age, mashbill, and warehousing locations, in order to select their own Cask Strength Single Barrel Bourbon. This limited release will be hand numbered and adorned with our partners name, offering a distinctive experience.

"We wanted to create a collection of American whiskeys that, in their own way, tell a story." - Bob Dylan

Heaven's Door is an award-winning collection of hand-crafted American whiskeys developed in partnership with Bob Dylan. The perfect blend of art and craft, each bottle showcases Dylan's distinctive welded iron gates that he created in his metalworking studio, Black Buffalo Ironworks.

Comprised of a unique blend of three different whiskeys, the Heaven's Door Double Barrel finishing process utilizes hand toasted, new American Oak barrels for a secondary aging worthy of another year's wait. Double Barrel's high proof balances perfectly with the complexity of its flavor and notes of caramel, oak, citrus, and spice.

AWARDS & ACCOLADES
2019 - Whisky of the Year, Gold Medal, London Spirits Competition
2018 - Double Gold, San Francisco World Spirits Competition
2018 - 93 points - American Whiskey, Ultimate Spirits Challenge
5 Star, Highest Recommendation, F. Paul Pacult, Editor, F. Paul Pacult's Spirits Journal

Bottle Size: 750ml

Heaven’s Door Straight Bourbon Whiskey is distilled and aged in Tennessee, for a minimum 6 years in new American oak barrels with a flavor profile of vanilla and baking spices layered over a bed of toasted oak. The sour mash distillation process and non-chill filleted bottling allows this mature whiskey to remain consistent, as well as creating reliable flavor profiles that come from being aged in single story warehouses.

Distilled and aged its entire life in Tennessee, this whiskey is non-chill filtered to preserve its mature flavors. The result is smooth and lasting with notes of vanilla and baking spices layered over a bed of toasted oak.

Aged: At least 6 years

Tasting Notes

Nose: Baked bread, buttered popcorn, and dried fruit

Finish: Smooth and lasting finish of caramel, cinnamon and nutmeg.

AWARDS & ACCOLADES
2018 - Gold, San Francisco World Spirits Competition
2018 - 96 points - American Bourbon, Ultimate Spirits Challenge
Double Gold, New York World Wine & Spirits Competition
5 Star, Highest Recommendation, F. Paul Pacult, F. Paul Pacult, Editor, F. Paul Pacult's Spirits Journal

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