Smoothest whiskey in Tennessee. Maple charcoal filtered. Aged in charred oak barrels. Astonishingly smooth with a gentle finish. Uncle nearest 1856 is inspired by the best whiskey maker the world never knew. Tennessee's premier master distiller and teacher, uncle nearest helped perfect the distinctive maple charcoal filtering process that exemplifies the best of American whiskey. Made by hand, double distilled and aged in American oak barrels, Uncle Nearest 1856 pays tribute to his legacy and craft. unclenearest.com. Award-Winning American Whiskey. 50% alc/vol. 100 Handmade in Tennessee. Distilled and aged in Tennessee. Bottled by Uncle Nearest.