Distillery
James B. Beam Distilling
James B. Beam Distilling Co. is the historic production complex that creates Jim Beam bourbons and other labels from the Beam family; it is based in Clermont, Kentucky (USA) and is part of the Beam Suntory group.
- Clermont · Kentucky · USA
- Since 1935
- 1 product
The story
The Beam family's origins in whiskey production are traditionally traced back to the late 18th century; continuous production is often dated to 1795. After Prohibition the company was reorganized as James B. Beam Distilling Company in the 1930s and the Clermont site became the modern production heart. Today the facility operates as a production and visitor campus, maintaining ties to the Beam family's historical roots.
Production philosophy
Emphasize family heritage and consistent bourbon production: highlight traditional bourbon-making methods combined with ongoing investments in facilities and public experiences.
Territory
Clermont, Kentucky (USA) — James B. Beam Distilling Co. campus; brands distributed globally via the Beam Suntory group.
Production method
Industrial-scale production focused on bourbon: fermentation, distillation and aging in dedicated racking houses on the Clermont campus; the company also promotes guided tours and educational experiences on site.
Ageing
Aging in new charred American oak barrels (new, charred oak) as required for bourbon.
Characteristics
- Type
- Distillery
- City
- Clermont
- Categories
- bourbon
- American whisky
- whisky
- Raw materials
- corn
- rye
- malted barley
- Casks and ageing vessels
- new charred American oak barrels
- Representative products
- Jim Beam (White Label) - Kentucky Straight Bourbon
- Whisky Jim Beam - 100cl
What makes it distinctive
- Historic home of Jim Beam bourbons and related brands produced on the Clermont campus
- Part of the global Beam Suntory group
- Offers guided tours and public experiences (Beam Experiences / distillery events)
- Production heritage associated with the Beam family, with historical references to 1795