Uncle Nearest 1856 is an award-winning whiskey blend aged 8-14 years, bottled at 100 proof. Launched in 2017 to honor the first African American master distiller, it quickly became the Fastest-Growing Independent American Whiskey Brand in U.S. History. Available in 50 states and 10 countries, with shipments to 148 countries, it has earned over 125 awards, including recognition as a "Top 5 Whisky in the World" and "World's Best" by Cigar & Spirits Magazine and Whisky Magazine for two consecutive years. In 2019, it was the most awarded premium American whiskey.