- Where: Tennessee - Mashbill: Must use over 50% corn, other grains typically used are rye and barley. - Distillation Method: Same as bourbon with the additional step after distillation. Before placed in barrels, the new make whiskey undergoes the Lincoln County Process which means it is filtered through maple charcoal. - Aging Requirements: No minimum amount of time for aging, but straight whiskeys have aged a minimum of 2 years. If aged under 4 Years, age must be stated on the label. - Type of Barrels Used: Must use new, charred barrels.
