How Much Does Duke Bourbon Whiskey Cost in 2026?
Duke Bourbon Whiskey — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $31.26 | $1.23 | $1.85 | 16.9 |
About Duke Bourbon Whiskey
Duke Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a small-batch bourbon distilled and aged in Kentucky at O.Z. Tyler Distillery, honoring the legendary John Wayne—nicknamed 'Duke'—by replicating his preferred 1962 recipe and flavors from his preserved private collection. Bottled at 44% ABV (88 proof), it features a proprietary mash bill dominated by American dent corn (around 75-84%), with rye (8-13%) and sixth-row barley (8-12%), aged a minimum of 5 years—up to 10—in heavily charred, hand-built new American oak barrels for robust depth. What makes it special is its meticulous blending by founder Chris Radomski and master distiller Jacob Call to capture Wayne's bold taste, balancing sweet caramel and vanilla with spicy rye and earthy oak. Ideal for fans of classic, full-bodied bourbons who appreciate heritage and value, it punches above its $31.26/750ml price in the mid-shelf category, offering complexity rivaling pricier small-batch options like those from Buffalo Trace or Four Roses, but with a unique cinematic legacy.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
The aroma opens sweetly with subtle charred oak and roasted nuts, complemented by hints of vanilla, caramel, nutmeg, and a whiff of pepper. Faint notes of treacle toffee, crème caramel, leather, honey, and smoke with maple syrup undertones add inviting depth. It's soft yet evocative of traditional Kentucky aging.
👅 Palate
On the mid-palate, warm pepper spice and earthy balance emerge alongside toasted nuts, charred meats, and robust sweetness from oak. Honey, heather, fruity nutmeg, maple syrup, and mellow char provide a satisfying, full-bodied mouthfeel. The rye influence brings gentle spice without overwhelming the corn-driven smoothness.
✨ Finish
The finish delivers deeply satisfying richness with lingering sweetness, bold spice, cloves, rye, and ginger. It fades elegantly, leaving a robust oak warmth.
Popular Cocktails with Duke Bourbon Whiskey
Old Fashioned — Muddle sugar, bitters, and an orange twist with 2 oz Duke Bourbon over ice, stir and garnish with cherry.
Bourbon Manhattan — Stir 2 oz Duke Bourbon, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes bitters over ice, strain into a chilled glass with cherry.
John Wayne Sour — Shake 2 oz Duke Bourbon, ¾ oz lemon juice, ½ oz maple syrup, and egg white, strain over ice with nutmeg grate.
Food Pairings
Grilled steak, Smoked barbecue ribs, Roasted nuts, Dark chocolate, Charcuterie with aged cheddar
