Bottled-in-bond. Since 1783. Kentucky's 1st distiller. Not all Bourbons are created equal. With the full, bold flavor of Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond, you'll agree that this Bourbon is worth every sip. www.evanwilliams.com. Under US government supervision. Evan Williams set up his distillery on the banks of the Ohio River in 1783 and is historically recognized as Kentucky's first distiller of bourbon. This special bottled-in-bond bourbon is a genuine sour mash that honors his pioneering heritage. - Evan Williams. Evan Williams' signature as it appeared on an 18th century distillation license. Charcoal filtered. Extra Smooth Sour Mash: Distilled from a time-honored formula originated in 1783, Evan Williams is produced in the heart of Kentucky's Bourbon country. This bottled-in-bond bourbon is aged for a smoother, more complex flavor - world-renowned by bourbon lovers. Genuine sour mash. 50% Alc/Vol (100 proof). Distilled in Kentucky, Bottled by Old Evan Williams Distillery, Bardstown, Kentucky. Distilled by Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. D.S.P.-KY-1 Louisville, Kentucky.