Bingham Black is a robust, full-bodied Texas straight bourbon made by Bingham Spirits (Ryan Bingham). It delivers a sweet and smoky nose, rich flavors of pecans and dried fruit, and a spicy finish with toasted nuts, marshmallow, and oakall with enough character for sipping neat or enjoying around a campfire.

Key Specs & Origins

Spec Detail Brand / Producer Binghams Bourbon (Bingham Spirits) Texas, USA. Style / Type Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey ABV / Proof 45.0% ABV (~90 proof) Grain / Ingredients Uses only Texas-grown corn, barley, and rye; artisanal, small-batch production. Batch / Care Handcrafted, small batches, Certified Texas Whiskey.

Tasting Profile

Element Notes Appearance Rich amber / burnt sienna colordeep, inviting. Aroma / Nose Sweet smokiness up front; brown sugar, lightly toasted oak; a haze of sweet smoke, maybe char; subtle hints of wood and sugar. Palate / Taste Lush mouthfeel; flavors of pecans, dried fruit (raisins or dates), dark sugar, oak; sweet but balanced by spice; toasted nuts, hints of marshmallow bring softness. Finish Spicy and warming; lingering notes of toasted nuts, wood, and a touch of marshmallow sweetness; smooth yet with a back-burn that reminds you its a bold bourbon.

What Makes It Special

• Texas Character: The use of Texas-grown grains and local production gives it terroir and regional identity.

• Balance of Sweet + Smoke + Spice: Many bourbons lean heavily on either sweetness or wood; Bingham Black combines both with spice, giving both growers of flavor and complexity.

• High Proof without Over-harshness: The 45% ABV gives it strength and depth, but the sweetness and nut-/fruit-rich profile help gentle it enough for sipping.

• Brand Story / Personality: Comes from Ryan Bingham and Bingham Spirits, with an artist/creators touch and a promise of authenticity, which appeals to bourbon fans looking for character and story.

• Excellent for sipping slowly to appreciate its complexity.

• Strong in cocktails tooan Old Fashioned, Boulevardier, or anything that benefits from bold bourbon presence.

• Good gift or special bottle bourbon: the flavor, proof, and story combine to give it standout appeal.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

• Neat or with a single large ice cube: Very worthy of sipping slowly to let the flavors open.

• Drop or two of water: Helps bring out oak, wood spice, nutty tones.

• Cocktails: Bingham Black Bourbon Old Fashioned (bourbon, sugar cube or simple syrup, angostura bitters, orange twist), or Bourbon & Ginger with mild ginger ale and a wedge of citrus.

• Food Pairing: Dark chocolate dessert, pecan pie, smoked meats, barbecue, or even a cigar. Also good with cheese platesSharp cheddar, aged gouda, or smoked cheeses.