Blade and Bow is a storied, solera-aged Kentucky bourbon poured at Grappa in Queen Anne, Seattle, carrying a thread of history in every glass.

About the Distillery

Blade and Bow pays tribute to the legendary Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky, a name revered in American whiskey. Produced under Diageo, the bourbon takes its name from the two parts of an old skeleton key, a nod to Stitzel-Weller’s heritage. The brand was created to keep a piece of that history alive while offering an accessible, refined modern bourbon.

Style & Mash Bill

What sets Blade and Bow apart is its solera aging system, a method borrowed from the world of port and sherry. Whiskey moves through a tiered set of barrels over time, with the foundational barrel said to contain some of the original Stitzel-Weller bourbon, so that a trace of that historic liquid carries forward into each release. The precise mash bill is not officially published by the producer, though it is a Kentucky straight bourbon. Given the producer does not confirm exact grain proportions, we describe it qualitatively rather than as a defined high-rye or wheated recipe. [FLAG: exact mash bill not officially disclosed.]

Tasting Notes

The nose offers honey, ripe fruit, and soft caramel. On the palate, expect vanilla, dried apricot, light baking spice, and a gentle oak sweetness. The finish is smooth and approachable, with caramel and a touch of toasted grain.

What to Pair It With

Its honeyed softness pairs gracefully with our flourless chocolate cake, while a charcuterie board complements the bourbon’s fruit and spice. The richness of our American Wagyu steaks is another fine match. Explore the full dine-in menu for more.

How It’s Served at Grappa

Blade and Bow is poured neat or on the rocks at $18.

FAQ

Where is it from?

Blade and Bow is a Kentucky straight bourbon produced under Diageo that honors the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky.

What does it taste like?

Expect honey, ripe fruit, vanilla, dried apricot, and soft caramel, with a smooth, approachable finish.

Is it a high-rye or wheated bourbon?

The producer does not officially publish the exact mash bill, so we describe it qualitatively. It is a smooth, honeyed Kentucky straight bourbon distinguished by its solera aging system.

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