The World Whiskies Awards are the global awards selecting the very best in all the international recognized styles. We are pleased to announce that The Clover Single Barrel Straight Rye Whiskey was awarded Gold in Taste for Rye Whiskies 12 Years & Under.

“When Bobby Jones won the Grand Slam—then known as the Impregnable Quadrilateral—he had his gold four leaf clover lucky charm in his pocket. This whiskey label pays tribute to his legacy. Sweet and spicy, This is the perfect bottle for a post-round tipple or sharing on the course with the rest of the foursome.”

“After every round of golf, the late great Bobby Jones liked to enjoy three fingers of the finest local whiskey. ... To sustain the legacy of golf’s greatest gentleman and champion, The Clover Whiskey portfolio features single-barrel, straight whiskeys distilled with excellence and integrity.”

“When the family of the 13-time major championship winner and co-architect of the Masters tournament decided to develop a whiskey befitting of the Bobby Jones name, they came knocking on the door of Piedmont Distillers, the first legal distillery in the state of North Carolina since prohibition. Piedmont had earned national acclaim partnering with the Junior Johnson family on Midnight Moon moonshine, inspired by the NASCAR great’s recipe.”

“The Clover Single Barrel Straight Bourbon is a whiskey perfect for a round of golf. At first, it makes you think it is mellow, but it has a balance of flavor and proof. Lemon over orange peel makes this bourbon great for cocktails or on a big cube. I personally have been enjoying it in Arnold Palmers.”

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“This collection of single-barrel whiskeys produced in partnership with North Carolina’s Piedmont Distillers pays homage to one of the most respected golfers of all time, Bobby Jones, who was born on March 17—St. Patrick’s Day. Although Jones always competed as an amateur, he remained a champion of champions.”

“This is definitely a must-try! The price point is very appropriate for the product in this bottle. They also offer a 10 year Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey and a Straight Rye whiskey that we are very eager to get our hands on. Hope you all are able to secure a bottle, you won’t be let down! Cheers!”

“Enjoyable for sure, but the history behind the gentleman of golf was also great. The presentation of this bottle and all that goes with it is something you’ll want in your inventory. Cheers!!!”

Bottom line, I’m impressed with The Clover whiskeys, and enjoyed drinking them. For me, part of the enjoyment that comes with drinking premium spirits is the ritual, and the story. I’ve shared these whiskeys with a couple of friends now, and every time, we end up talking about golf and Bobby Jones. One can’t drink a whiskey with his name on it and not evoke of his spirit. If you are going to be hardline about it, the branding of a liquor has nothing to do with the taste of said liquor, but the overall experience is affected by branding. Naming plays a huge part in bourbon, seemingly every bottle has someone’s name on it. For us, the Bobby Jones name invariably leads to interesting discussions about golf.

Mr. Jones would approve of you enjoying a few fingers of The Clover whiskey with your buddies after a round. The tendency to discuss Mr. Jones accomplishments may fade if drinking The Clover whiskey becomes commonplace with your group. Until that happens though, sipping The Clover will likely fuel conversations about golf and Bobby Jones’ amazing life.

While Clover was originally allocated only to the finest clubs and resorts, such as Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club and Lodge, East Lake Golf Club and Pinehurst Resort, distribution has opened up across the country for others to experience distinguished excellence of its three expressions: Single Barrel Straight Bourbon, Single-Barrel Straight Tennessee Bourbon and Single Barrel Straight Rye.

As a result, it doesn’t matter whether dad is a seasoned whiskey drinker or just looking for something to put in the new flask for those weekend rounds, The Clover is the perfect gift that will bring a smile to his face (and anyone he chooses to share it with).

“The Clover whiskey was developed in partnership with the Jones family to support their mission to sustain Bobby’s legacy,” says Joe Michalek, President and CEO of Piedmont Distillers, which created and markets the brand. “Aligning our brand story with Bobby Jones’s values and with his legacy as a gentleman and a champion, was a perfect fit. Bobby Jones was someone who not only often enjoyed three fingers of whiskey after he finished a round, he was a champion—and someone who pursued excellence in everything he did.”

"The Clover is not just another celebrity whiskey. With Jones gone, there is no ego to feed. Instead, The Clover was founded to sustain the legacy of golf's greatest gentleman and champion. There are three expressions under the umbrella of The Bobby Jones Whiskey Collection: Straight Bourbon, Straight Rye, and Straight Tennessee Whisky. All three are single barrels, and while not overly easy to obtain, they can be purchased from a variety of golf course gift shops and online retailers. "

“Previously only available at some of the world’s finest golf clubs, including Pinehurst, East Lake and Bay Hill, The Clover’s whiskey portfolio is now accessible across the United States. There are three expressions of whiskey worth gifting – or trying for yourself – this holiday season: Single-Barrel Tennessee Bourbon, Single Barrel Straight Rye, and Single Barrel Straight Bourbon.

“Speaking of whiskeys-for-golfers, 2020 also marked the first year I tried the Bobby Jones-inspired “Clover” whiskey. Named for Jones’ tradition of enjoying three fingers of the good stuff after a victory, The Clover is popping-up in an increasing number of clubhouses across the country, its 10-year aged bourbon features sweet maple and caramel notes.”

“Bobby Jones is one of greatest golfers of all-time. After each competition, he would enjoy three fingers of the finest local whiskey to celebrate. The Clover Whiskey portfolio is a testament to Jones’ legacy, featuring single-barrel, straight whiskeys that go down smooth.”

“Clover Whiskey, named for the clover medallion Bobby Jones wore at every tournament for good luck, is a perfect way to bridge the gap between golf and whiskey, for both the novice and seasoned spirit aficionado."