Evan Williams Adds a Blackberry Twist to Its Bourbon Lineup

by Francis Moses

Monday, 16 March 2026 at 12:05The Whiskey Wash

Evan Williams has launched a new flavoured whiskey, with a surprising twist. The brand combines the flavor of whisky with the typical taste of blackberries in Evan Williams Blackberry. The Whiskey is out now in the entire US.

The new product is a blend of Evan Williams Kentucky Strauss Bourbon and blackberry. The introduction increases the range of flavored whiskeys of the brand with a brand new flavor for those who want it just a pinch sweeter.

A fruity twist and a bourbon twist

Evan Williams is produced by Heaven Hill Distillery, located in Louisville, Kentucky. The company is ranked as the highest-selling American-owned bourbon and the world's second-largest seller of bourbon. The new Blackberry expression was created in order to add a new flavor of fruit to the already existing Evan Williams bourbon-style.

The AVP Global Whiskey Brands of Evan Williams, Max Stefka, stated that the objective was to make the brand acquire the bourbon flavor and a taste that is easy to drink, and simultaneously, a drink that is easy to make simple cocktails.

An emerging trend of flavored whiskey

Flavored bourbon and whiskey have been trending in the past few years. Various whiskey brands have taken the element of fruit and honey tastes to appeal to other drinkers and expand their cocktail options. Evan Williams already has some flavored whiskies, which include honey, peach, and cherry.

The brand is reported to have been in existence as early as 1783 when Evan Williams opened what is commonly referred to as the first distillery in the state of Kentucky, located along the Ohio River.

What does the Even Williams Blackberry Flavored Whiskey taste like?

The tasting notes of the whiskey are sweet, rich in blackberry flavor and some caramel. Below you'll find the full notes:

Nose: Sweet blackberry, slight caramel, light bourbon spice.
Taste: Sweet blackberry flavour, soft sweetness,d vanilla, and caramel.
Finish: Sweet, smooth, and experiencing some light bourbon warmth.

Where to buy the Evan Williams Blackberry Flavored Whiskey?

The Evan Williams Blackberry Flavored Whisky is bottled at 65 proof (32.5% ABV). The whiskey is out now in the United Stated with a price tag of 14.99 dollars per 750 milliliter bottle.

FAQ

What is Blackberry Bourbon Evan Williams?
It is a flavored whiskey, which is a blend of Evan Williams straight Kentucky bourbon and blackberry flavor.
How much alcohol in Evan Williams Blackberry?
The whiskey is bottled with 65 proofs or 32.5 alcohol content.
What should be done to serve Evan Williams Blackberry?
It is served on ice, chilled or in a combination with other drinks such as lemonade, iced tea or cream soda.