Collection: Corn

In our online shop, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of the finest corn whiskies. Here are some of the best-known and most renowned brands whose products you can find here:

• Mellow Corn: One of the best-known corn whisky brands, famous for its smooth and sweet whiskies with distinct corn flavours.
• Balcones Baby Blue: This brand offers a unique corn whisky with intense aromas of roasted corn, butter and caramel.
• Hudson New York Corn Whiskey: A premium corn whiskey, known for its pure and sweet aromas of corn and vanilla.
• Ole Smoky Original Tennessee Moonshine: This distillery produces traditional corn whiskey, prized for its smooth and sweet notes.
• Heaven Hill: Another outstanding producer, renowned for its high-quality corn whiskies, which impress with their sweetness and smoothness.

Corn whiskies offer an impressive variety of flavours, which vary from distillery to distillery. Typical aromas include sweet corn, vanilla, caramel, honey and, at times, subtle hints of spice and fruit. This versatility makes corn whisky particularly appealing to connoisseurs seeking a mild and approachable taste experience.

Corn whiskey is distinguished not only by its high maize content of at least 80%, but also by its specific production methods. Distillation usually takes place in column stills, with the alcohol content required to be below 80% by volume in order to preserve the characteristic grain flavour. Many bottlings are deliberately not chill-filtered to preserve natural aromas and oils – a process particularly valued in high-quality, authentic products.

Diversity is also evident in the choice of casks: alongside the typical ageing in uncharred or used casks, special types of wood such as ex-cherry wine casks are increasingly being used. These impart subtle fruity notes and a unique colour to the whiskey. Such details in the production process ensure nuanced flavour profiles and underline the depth of craftsmanship found in many modern corn whiskeys.

Mexican corn whisky, such as the distinctive Abasolo, brings a new dimension to the world of corn whisky. Made from the traditional Cacahuazintle maize variety , which has been cultivated in Mexico for centuries, Abasolo draws on regional heritage and artisanal quality. The maize is not only grown locally, but is also processed using the traditional method of nixtamalisation – a cooking process otherwise used primarily for making tortillas, which releases the grain’s full aromatic potential.

After double distillation, the whisky matures in new and used oak casks, giving it a mellow profile with nutty, chocolatey and slightly earthy notes. Abasolo exemplifies a new, culturally rooted interpretation of corn whisky that combines Mexican agricultural tradition with modern distilling artistry. In doing so, it expands not only the flavour diversity but also the geographical and cultural depth of this whisky segment.

Depending on the ageing process and bottling method, corn whiskey exhibits a remarkable range of visual characteristics. Whilst unaged or only briefly aged bottlings appear almost clear, whiskeys that have been aged for longer in oak barrels develop significantly deeper hues. A particularly characteristic feature is a rose-gold to amber sheen, which arises from interaction with charred or repeatedly used casks.

These colour variations provide not only visual clues to the degree of maturation, but also to the type of cask – such as new American oak or used bourbon casks. For connoisseurs, these visual characteristics are an initial indication of depth of flavour, sweetness and woody notes. The visual impression is thus an essential part of the overall sensory experience of corn whiskey.

Corn whiskey is unique not only in terms of its composition and production, but also in its traditional packaging. Particularly striking is the use of stoneware jugs, such as those used for Platte Valley Straight Corn Whiskey. These earthenware vessels are reminiscent of historical bottling methods from the 19th century and deliberately evoke the original American whiskey culture.

Packaging in stoneware jugs not only gives the whiskey a rustic, collectable appearance, but also stands for authenticity and craftsmanship. It sets the corn whiskey apart from modern mass-produced products, both visually and emotionally, and appeals to connoisseurs who value history, tradition and an authentic drinking experience. This detail makes the stone jug bottling a true distinguishing feature in the world of American whiskeys.

Our online shop offers you a user-friendly platform where you can order your favourite whisky easily and securely. Thanks to detailed product descriptions and customer reviews, you’ll quickly find the whisky that suits your taste. You’ll also benefit from our regular promotions and discounts.

Would you like to explore the world of corn whisky? Take advantage of our range of tasting sets and samples. These sets allow you to sample different corn whiskies and discover your favourites. They also make the perfect gift for whisky lovers!

Symbols on whisky labels or product images provide valuable additional information to help consumers when purchasing and enjoying whisky. They highlight key characteristics at a glance, such as the type of cask used (e.g. bourbon, sherry or wine casks), the level of smokiness, or whether the whisky is non-chill-filtered and unadulterated. This information helps both newcomers and connoisseurs to select whiskies specifically according to their personal preferences.

Standardised symbols make it easier to find your way around, particularly when shopping online or in extensive ranges. They complement technical data such as alcohol content or age with sensory information that is often decisive for the purchasing decision. This makes the complex world of whisky not only more transparent but also significantly more user-friendly.