I dont claim to speak for or represent anyone. who-ey! He explained on VH1 Storytellers that people were drinking "Rebel Yell" bourbon and thought that would be a great title for an album. McDonald, F., & McDonald, E.S., (1980), "The Ethnic Origins of the American People, 1790", McWhiney, Grady. For the purists. While you can still find a bottle of Rebel around that price at major retail stores, youre more likely to pay about $18 for a 750ml at your local liquor store. In addition to the flagship Rebel Bourbon, there are multiple line extensions to the Rebel Yell bourbon family. Jubal Early once told some troops who hesitated to charge because they were out of ammunition: Damn it, holler them across. There'd be riots for sure! However, by carrying the term Straight Bourbon on the label, the youngest barrel in each batchs blend must be aged for a minimum of two years in new oak. Rebel Yell was a term coined for the battle cry of the confederate army. The Rebels Yell Bourbon was created in 1927 by the Stitzel-Weller Distilling Co., according to the companys website. Just like the Big Lot Stunt Coaster is still Italian Job, the Crypt is still Tomb Raider, Drop Tower is still Drop Zone, the Racer75 will always be THE REBEL YELL! If you go to Lux Row's website it's now marketed as Rebel, with no Yell (which will undoubtedly please BrokeCal). Rebel Yell is one of those old throwbacks. Changing the name of the Rebel Yell is turning your back on everything that made you what you are. Confederate soldiers used the yell when charging to intimidate the enemy and boost their own morale, although the yell had many other uses. They changed up the bottle in 2019, and in 2020 they transitioned to Rebel Bourbon. The Rebel Yell brand is currently produced at the Luxco distillery. If youre looking for a winter drink, this Rebel Yell 100 bourbon is the way to go. Its not difficult. Kings Dominion's explanation makes no mention of any political reason for changing the name from "Rebel Yell," known as the battle cry of Confederate soldiers in the Civil War. etc. The last thing, and maybe most important, is a low price tag. This product is available only in our gift shop, and it may not always be available in a particular size. After the Stitzel-Weller company broke up in 1972, Rebel Yell was purchased by David Sherman Corporation, now known as Luxco. I've tried googling it to see if something had stopped the distribution or maybe a name change had occurred but so far I've turned up nothing. For decades before building its own distillery it sourced whiskey from other producers based in Kentucky. Reviews and discussions are encouraged, check out the stuff we've compiled in the sidebar and our review archive! While its still available for under $15, you may have more trouble finding it at the price. ELTepes 2 yr. ago That's good to know. Rebel Yell is a brand of Kentucky made Straight Bourbon Whiskey that is made using more wheat than most Bourbons. I live in Alaska, by the way. Billy Idol wrote the song because of the bourbon. A new bottle extension for the Rebel Yell brand, Rebel Yell 100, is a wheated bourbon that has been specially distilled. At last it grew too dark to fight. The whiskey is made from a mash bill of corn, rye, and barley. The name Rebel Yell recalls the Confederacys armed forces during the Civil War. Im sure theyll be hitting the clearance rack soon. Disgusted with the name change. Alcohol: 50%. I can appreciate why some people are upset though. Rebel Yells new packaging, innovation and, and spirit to this time-honored brand, as well, as the opportunity to speak to an entirely. When compared to the lineup of other wheated bourbons, that price is hard to beat. [2] One description says it was a cross between an "Indian whoop and wolf-howl". John Salmon Ford, in an 1896 interview with Frederic Remington, describes a charge his Texas Rangers made into a Comanche village in 1858 and that his troops gave the "Texas Yell". Recently, the brand dropped the word Yell from the name, which means that you may currently find bottles with either Rebel Yell or Rebel Bourbon on shelves. Their most well-known brand might be Everclear, which is a high-proof neutral grain spirit made from corn. Ive been going to this park for years but now its tainted. In the mid- to late-1850s in the Kansas Territory, "free-state" (meaning anti-slavery) forces battled against pro-slavery forces (as Kansas' determination on slavery was in violent dispute). The new Rebel Yell look (image via Luxco). Honestly, at first, I thought more about the Billy Idol song. They might as well rip this sticky band-aid off during the off season rather than endure some kind of huge controversy during the season. Whiskey is experiencing a tremendous periodof growth, with domestic whiskey up 5.3%over the past 12 months*. The rebel yell was a battle cry used by Confederate soldiers during the American Civil War. While Rebel Bourbon doesnt display an age statement on its bottle, we know its aged a minimum of 4 years. I was a bit confused at the store and thought maybe I'd been misreading my bottle all this time. MEET OUR Extended family. If youre looking for the cheapest whiskey to mix with a whiskey coke, Kentucky Deluxe is the way to go. In April 2021, Luxco was acquired by Midwest Grain Processor, more commonly known in the industry as MGP. The brand name is currently owned and marketed by Luxco, and the bourbon itself is distilled and bottled under contract by Heaven Hill at its Bernheim distillery in Louisville, Kentucky. For anyone who runs an entertainment business where word of mouth and controversy can hurt you, the decision was pretty clear in my opinion. In Ken Burns's documentary The Civil War, Shelby Foote notes that historians are not quite sure how the yell sounded, being described as "a foxhunt yip mixed up with sort of a banshee squall". The brand bounced back and forth between the Diageo portfolio and the original owners before finally arriving in the portfolio. However, the Stitzel-Wellers original Rebel Yell bourbon recipe which contained wheat instead of rye remained the same. I've got a few atop my fridge, one small batch and 2 bourbons 500 bucks for the lot. Management can rename it all they want. ago One is softer DonutBourbon 6 mo. While we have an affinity for scotch, whiskey, bourbon, and IPAs, we are connoisseurs of all things alcoholic, and even dive into our feelings with wine on more than a few occasions. lol. The Rebel Yell is still available for purchase. As any company or public organization has to do in the era were in, I assume Cedar Fair and Kings Dominion did a calculation. Good Lord, people. New packaging will beavailable nationally starting January 2015 inthe 750mL bottle, followed by the 1.75L bottlerolling out in March 2015. Rebel yell refers to a war cry of the confederates. Lux Row Distillers states that the new bottle features an embossed rounded shoulder in addition to revised front and back labels. Like all bourbon, wheated bourbons are still required to contain at least 51 percent corn in the mashbill. In his autobiography My Own Story, Bernard Baruch recalls how his father, a former surgeon in the Confederate army, would at the sound of the song "Dixie" jump up and give the rebel yell, no matter where he was: "As soon as the tune started Mother knew what was coming and so did we boys. It will just make her cry more, more, more. Four Roses Bourbon (1L) $34.11 (100cl, 40%) Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt Some Texas units mingled Comanche war whoops into their version of the yell. While the connection to the Civil War was obvious, the name never bothered me. While I wouldnt necessarily want to buy a bottle at either price point, it makes much more sense at $13. Then suddenly, I stopped seeing it in stores around town. And since there is no statement of age, we know the whiskey is almost certainly four years old. Its 36-inch continuous column still has a capacity to produce 50,000 barrels or about 3.25 million proof gallons of bourbon per year. As the Scotch Addict points out, NAS makes it easier for whiskey producers to create what they want to create. We had a fantastic time but renaming an icon like this should be done with more concern for the memories of those who grew up with those icons. One last piece of news from the Kentucky distilleryRebel Yell 10 Year Single Barrel, which debuted back in 2016, will be available in a 2,600-bottle run this year. Rebel Yell isgrowing even faster, up 19.2% over the past12 months*. Midwest Grain Processor acquired the Rebel Yell whiskey brand fromLuxco, a Kentucky distillery that was founded in 1918. It is high-proof and made from corn. Weller & Sons company was founded in 1849 by William Larue Weller, who pioneered using wheat instead of rye in his mash for a lighter flavor than the older style of bourbons. The companys brand was acquired by the David Sherman Corporation and renamed asLuxco in 1999. Mother would catch him by the coattails and plead, 'Shush, Doctor, shush'. Civil War soldiers, upon hearing the yell from afar, would quip that it was either "Jackson, or a rabbit", suggesting a similarity between the sound of the yell and a rabbit's scream. Founder of CoasterCritic.com. Since Pappy Van Winkle led the most current bourbon craze, and the flavor profile has changed as of late, fans want to taste the old Stitzel Weller versions. In 1999, the brand made its way to the portfolio of the David Sherman Corporation rebranded as Luxco in 2006. Barrels were most likely transferred to the Luxco facility, where they were bottled and shipped to market. Rebel Whiskey is owned by Luxco, but the whiskey is distilled at Heaven Hill Distillery. The brand has changed hands and recipes, but it is a part of American bourbon history. Stan Freberg began his comedy recording of "The Yellow Rose of Texas" with his version of the rebel yell. Because the Lux Row Distillers facility was not operational until 2018, we can assume all or most of the whiskey in the most recent batch currently on store shelves was produced elsewhere either at a Heaven Hill distillery or another unnamed Kentucky supplier. That's how we are supposed to do this right? Add a couple of ice cubes or pour it into a cocktail as a base spirit bourbon, and you may have yourself a genuine deal. Risk takers, rule breakers and noise makersunite. Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a defiantly smooth wheated bourbon made according to its original time-honored recipe since 1849. Theres something about the rebel yell bourbon confederate flag that just screams bad boy. Its the perfect drink for those who like to live on the wild side. Other wheated bourbons include Makers Mark, Larceny, and W.L. Need to know: A 100-proof, 10 year old wheater, this is the latest release from Rebel Yell's Single Barrel line. That being said, I think taking offense to the name change, claiming it is rewriting history, and refusing to ever go to the park again is just downright silly. I find this to be a case of much ado about nothing but then I never read anything into the name Rebel Yell. The Yellow Stone brand was discontinued in 2015. A burst of sweet corn erupts from my Glencairn glass before giving way to vanilla, warm . The Kentucky bourbon brand has unveiled a hip new look that reinforces the brands rebellious spirit and elevates the brands look, bridging the gap between its proud heritage and modern tastes, according to recent news from Luxco, the brands owner. "He didn't bottle a great deal of it, and several years later, four or five years later he sold the brand to the Southern Comfort people, and they never used it. Award-winning Rebel Yell bourbon dates back to 1849. Both new products provide the opportunityto elevate the image of Rebel Yell, commandhigher price points and deliver higher margins. It mutes most of the flavors, but it also dilutes the strong alcohol aroma and taste. As I mentioned, this was a whiskey many of us grew up drinking in high school and college, likely before we were supposed to be drinking. New packaging will be available nationally starting January 2015 in the 750mL bottle, followed by the 1.75L bottle rolling out in March 2015. I guess Billy Idol needs to rerecord "Rebel Yell." Lets pour ourselves a glass and find out. Rebel Yell Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey has a retail price of about $16 for a 750mL bottle at 80-proof. Given the differences in descriptions of the yell, there might have been several distinctive yells associated with the different regiments and their respective geographical areas. At one time, Rebel Yell Honey whiskey and Rebel Yell Cherry whiskey versions were available, but they are no longer represented on the companys website. Click here to learn all about mash bills. This change has been made at the request of Luxco, which renamed its Bourbon brand Rebel Yell. This change is still in effect on store shelves. The Rebel Yell brand was created in 1950 by a politician in Kentucky a fascinating peek into the regions politics of the time. Did it hurt your feelings too? The brand was meant to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the original Weller company. Numerous 4-year Distillers Collection Single Barrel offerings are also available under the Rebel Yell Bourbon name prices also vary as they are often bottled for specific retailers and available in limited quantities. I find 'Yell' quite offensive. Well I am sad to say that after being season pass holders for 20+ years my family will NOT be returning this year! Maybe next time I'll have to make my sarcasm more evident!!! And I never even thought about the park changing the name. In an instant every voice with one accord vigorously shouted the 'Rebel yell,' which was so often heard on the field of battle. Review: The Coaster at Goats on the Roof | Mountain Coaster, Review: Goliath at Six Flags Great America, Review: Twisted Timbers at Kings Dominion, Outlaw Run at Silver Dollar City | Full Review, Dollywood 2019 Trip Report: Part 2 Luminights & Lightning Rod, Dollywood 2019 Trip Report: Part 1 Wildwood Grove & Dragonflier, Destination Connecticut: Wooden Coaster Paradise, Kings Island Trip Report & Future Speculation, Cedar Point Trip Report Pt 1 Mean Streak Update & Cedar Point Shores. The new packaging started rolling out in April, and will be featured on all Rebel Yell expressions going forward. Just went to Kings Dominion with my 7 and 9 year old sons. Rebel 100 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a 100-proof wheated bonded style bourbon that retails for about $20 for a 750mL bottle. Warm finish with vanilla and a hint of black stone fruit. Irish Whiskey and Scotch must be aged a minimum of 3 years and arent required to have an age statement. Its the same recipe as the distillerys standard 80-proof expression, just bottled at a higher ABV. 1965. Below are frequently asked questions regarding Rebel Yell and Rebel Bourbon. The results of honorable Men idly standing asideand remaining silent. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. This change is still being implemented on retail shelves. Rebel Yell whiskey was mashed, distilled and barreled at another facility. Its got a strong, bold flavor thats not for the faint of heart. But Racer 75? In this Rebel Bourbon review, well discuss the history, price, tasting notes, and more. The Lux Row Distillery filled its first barrel three years later, in January 2018. Overall, Rebel Yell is an entirely expected Kentucky bourbon that lends itself better to throwing back than truly enjoying. The original recipe for Rebel Yell Bourbon was introduced in 1849 at the Stitzel-Weller distillery, known for using wheat in replacement of rye in the mashbill. With the updated packaging,now is the perfect time to capitalize on thismomentum. Without fail, it was Yellowstone or Rebel Yell. The original time-honored Rebel Yell recipedates back to 1849, when it was invented atwhat would become the Stitzel-WellerDistillery. With that effort, the price has went up a bit, too. Thinking of that happening to some of my favorite rides at my home parks in Central Florida, I would probably be upset about a ride losing its identity. 17. Our traditional 80 proof Rebel Yell is an approachable bourbon, softer on the palate than the new 100 proof Rebel Yell, which brings a bit more bite in the finish, said head distiller John Rempe. Anecdotes from former Union soldiers described the yell with reference to "a peculiar corkscrew sensation that went up your spine when you heard it" along with the comment that "if you claim you heard it and weren't scared that means you never heard it". Yeah, Oh im sorry for being an activist SJW hybrid, Racer 75 is a stupid name and not catchy, Apple Zapple is catchy but not Racer 75 Kings Islands Racer is catchy because it is simple. Other brands produced by Luxco include Ezra Brooks, David Nicholson and Blood Oath. You should all be fired. Landon Sampsell We will never go there again. Interesting was in Lux Row today and not one mention of it. We live in an era in which some people are always going to find fault with something that isnt politically correct. The sound of the yell has been the subject of much discussion. Yes. After the rebranding, Luxco has attempted to move Rebel up from the bottom of the bottom shelf. Rebel Yell is way better name than Racer75. His idea was to create the whiskey in small batches and distribute them solely in southern states ("rebel yell" being a term used for a particularly unique battle cry . Part of Rebel Yells rebranding effort was to market itself to more than just the south, where the whiskey was originally exclusively sold. Old Fitzgerald has a retail price of about $15 per 750mL bottle, but its small allocation makes it incredibly hard to find on a retail shelf. It was not that; it was the Southern war cry."[10]. The mouthfeel is quite thin, the profile is standard, and the alcohol flavor is more prominent than youd want. Media support in 2015 will increase 386%vs. 2014 and include newly refreshed creativeto generate excitement and introduce thebrand to a new, younger generation ofbourbon drinkers. DEFIANTLY SMOOTH WHEATED BOURBON AUTHENTICALLY MADE, TAKEN DOWN, AND PASSED AROUND BY REBELS SINCE 1849. *Source: DISCUSMembers Only DataR12 Sep 2014 vs. PY. So it made sense that something with the name rebel in it was referencing the nickname given to the Confederates in the Civil War. Home Whiskey Review Rebel Yell Bourbon.