The First Ever Release from Hemingway Whiskey

As the name suggests, this unique blend is the first-ever iteration of Hemingway Whiskey. Blended by Clayton Call, with 10% coming from the hands of his brothe Jacob, the finish was then perfected by their father, Ron, in rum-seasoned Oloroso Sherry Casks. This first draft pays homage to the Calls’ generational craft and is polished by their desire to innovate and push the boundaries of modern-day distilling.

Hand-Selected by Fred Minnick’s Club Marzipan in Key West

Every story starts with an unedited proof that contains all of the original thoughts and machinations of the storyteller. Hand-picked during a special visit to the

HemingwaySocial Club, Fred Minnick's Club Marzipan members, led by the Call Family of Distillers, sampled an array of well-aged, unproofed whiskeys straight from the barrel. Originallyset to choose one, the members were so impressed they selected four bespoke cask strength barrels, marking a historic moment for Hemingway Whiskey Co.This collaboration celebrates the artistry of fine spirits, with each barrel offering a unique proof and tasting profile. Blending Kentucky 4-year and Indiana 6-year straight ryes finished in rum-seasoned Sherry casks, each bottle is labeled with its barrel number, encapsulating a rich story and complex flavor profile in its pure, unedited form.

A bold and authentic expression straight from the barrel

The Cask Strength KBF release is a testament to craftsmanship, showcasing artisan-crafted whiskey at its purest. Released in Fall 2024 at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, this uncut and unfiltered whiskey is proofed straight from the barrel, delivering an authentic and bold flavor profile at a robust 113 proof. A blend of 90% 6-year Indiana and 10% 4-year Kentucky rye, this special edition was hand-selected by the Kentucky Bourbon Festival Board and is a true connoisseur’s delight Each purchase of this ultra-limited expression supported the festival with a $10 donation, with only 273 bottles available in total. Created by the founding families—the Hemingways, Groths, and Calls—this release celebrates the spirit of craftsmanship and the art of savoring life in its purest form.

A tribute to Master Distiller Ron Call’s 50 Years in the Spirits Industry

The 50th Anniversary Blend is a commemorative release honoring Master Distiller Ron Call's 50 years in the spirits industry. This 11-year-old Indiana rye is the first-ever test barrel of what would become Hemingway Whiskey. This batch was finished in rum-seasoned Oloroso sherry casks for over three years, patiently awaiting its day in the sun, which finally arrived at the 2024 Kentucky Bourbon Festival.

Limited to just 228 bottles, this exclusive release was sold only at that Kentucky Bourbon Festival. Each bottle celebrates the Call family's rich distilling heritage, with Ron Call leading alongside his two sons, Clayton and Jacob. As a reflection of Ron’s decades of distilling mastery, this blend is a testament to his dedication to crafting fine spirits with care and integrity for 50 years,