Bourbon Style Whiskey Extract Distilling Recipe Kit

Bourbon-Style Whiskey Extract Kit

Craft a rich, smooth bourbon-style whiskey with our Bourbon-Style Whiskey Extract Distilling Recipe Kit. Designed for distillers who want the classic bourbon flavor without the need for all-grain mashing, this kit simplifies the process while still delivering a bold, flavorful spirit. Featuring a base of Pilsen Light Dry Malt Extract and corn syrup, this kit provides the essential fermentable sugars needed for a full-bodied whiskey. The combination of malt extract and corn syrup creates a balanced profile with notes of caramel, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness.

Fermented with Still Spirits Distiller’s Range Whiskey Yeast (included), this wash develops a smooth, well-rounded bourbon character. Still Spirits Turbo Clear is also included to ensure a clean fermentation before distillation. With an OG of 1.096 and a ABV of 12.5%, this kit is designed to produce 5 gallons of wash, ready for distillation into a bold, flavorful bourbon-style whiskey. 

To ensure efficient fermentation and full sugar conversion, this kit includes:

• Glucoamylase Enzyme (12g) – Added during fermentation to break down complex sugars for maximum fermentability.

This kit produces 5 gallons of wash, ready for distillation to craft an authentic bourbon-style whiskey. See our full lineup of distilling kits here.

Bourbon-Style Whiskey Brewing Notes:

• Style: Bourbon-Style Whiskey
• Included Yeast: Still Spirit's Distiller's Range Whiskey
• Fermentation Range: 68-95°F
• Original Gravity (OG): 1.096
• 5 Gallon Wash ABV: 12.5%

Key Characteristics of Bourbon-Style Whiskey:

• Extract-Based Simplicity – Uses Pilsen Light Dry Malt Extract and corn syrup for easy preparation with no mashing required.
• Fermentable Sugar Balance – Corn syrup adds the traditional corn-based sweetness found in classic bourbon.
• Efficient Fermentation – Glucoamylase enzyme ensures complete sugar conversion for optimal alcohol yield.
• Traditional Pot Distillation – Preserves deep caramel and vanilla notes while refining the final spirit.
• Aging Potential – Ideal for aging on oak to develop additional depth and complexity.