# Holiday Edition Bourbon Releases Blue Run Spirits' Ember is A Holiday Bourbon Crafted for Winter By Georgia Wray Norsten | Published 2024-12-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-run-spirits References: [beveragedaily](https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2024/12/16/new-beverage-launches-zoa-stok-and-more/?utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=16-Dec-2024&cid=DM1178634&bid=576638916) & [bluerunspirits](https://www.bluerunspirits.com/?12)  This season, [Blue Run Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-advent-calendar) introduces 'Ember,' a small-batch, high-proof bourbon designed to warm the coldest of winter nights. Masterfully curated by Shaylyn Gammon, Head of [Whiskey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulleit) Development & Innovation, Ember is a 128.8-proof Kentucky Straight [Bourbon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highproof-bourbon) that strikes the perfect balance between bold char, wood spice, and nuanced complexity. Inspired by the contrast of hot and cold, Gammon hand-selected three unique barrels to deliver a bourbon that thrives in the winter chill. The aroma opens with delicate floral notes and a hint of jasmine, layered with light cocoa and oak. On the palate, bursts of juicy orange, cinnamon, and honey melt into a sweet wood spice that lingers with a velvety, bold finish. Ember is a sensory experience crafted for fireside sipping and festive gatherings. Image Credit: Blue Run Spirits ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 33% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Seasonal Spirits:** Holiday-themed bourbons like Ember present new avenues for distilleries to tap into seasonal consumer sentiment. - **High-proof Bourbon:** The rise in popularity of small-batch, high-proof offerings appeals to bourbon enthusiasts seeking intense and complex flavor profiles. - **Curated Barrel Selection:** Using hand-selected barrels to craft unique spirits can set brands apart by promising distinctive and exclusive tasting experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Alcoholic Beverages:** Innovations in bourbon craftsmanship, like high-proof releases, are revitalizing interest in premium spirits. - **Luxury Craft Distilleries:** Artisan techniques, such as carefully curated barrel aging, are revolutionizing how consumers perceive and experience high-quality bourbons. - **Holiday Gift Market:** Bourbon releases tailored for holiday seasons are capturing a lucrative space in the gift-giving sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Reserve Bourbons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-holiday-bottle.md) - [Premium Bourbon Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourbon-advent-calendar.md) - [Flavorful Bourbon Expressions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrel-strength-bourbon.md) - [Limited-Edition Holiday Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lost-lantern.md) - [Flavorful Limited-Edition Bourbons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-bourbon.md) - [Winter Rye Whiskey Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-souls-spirits.md) - [High-Proof Bourbon Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highproof-bourbon.md) - [Small Batch Specialty Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellum-spirits.md) - [Limited-Edition Bourbon Expressions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-bourbon-expression.md)