Jacob’s Pardon Unveils “Cask Collective” 16-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask-Finished Whiskey
The rare release is the first in a new collection, hand-selected by America’s Foremost Expert on Distilled Spirits, F. Paul Pacult
New York, May 29, 2025 - Jacob’s Pardon, the American whiskey brand with a storied history dating back to Prohibition, has unveiled a new distinctive release as the first of a Cask Collective Series. Jacob’s Pardon “Cask Collective” 16-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask-Finished Whiskey is a celebration of a global partnership, the unique art of cask finishing, and a commitment to rare craftsmanship.
Founded by Marc D. Taub and his son Jake, Jacob’s Pardon builds on their Palm Bay International legacy, blending global, multi-generational partnerships. In collaboration with Master Blender F. Paul Pacult and Bodegas Williams & Humbert, the debut release of the Cask Collective Finish Series showcases exceptional craft and heritage.
“Nothing means more to me than spending time with my children on Father’s Day; that’s the greatest gift of all. But for American whiskey lovers, this exceptional release might just be the next best thing,” says Marc Taub, President & CEO, Palm Bay International.
Jacob’s Pardon “Cask Collective” 16-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask-Finished Whiskey is an ultra-limited release—only 48 barrels—hand-selected by Pacult. This American whiskey features a mash bill of 99% corn and 1% malted barley, bottled at a robust 48.25% ABV. Aged for 16 years, the whiskey is finished in rare 50-year-old Oloroso sherry casks, sourced from the legendary Bodegas Williams & Humbert. For more than 130 years, Bodegas Williams & Humbert has been crafting world-class sherries and brandies, housing one of Spain’s most prestigious soleras. Today, under the stewardship of the respected Medina family—longtime friends of the Taubs—the bodega continues to honor tradition. Their contribution to this release was inspired by the legacy and ancestry of Jacob’s Pardon.
This whiskey boasts a wheat field golden hue with superb clarity, offering an inviting aroma of toasted marshmallow, tropical fruits, winter spice, and candied almonds. The palate delivers vibrant notes of tangy orange zest, dried fruit, butterscotch, and grilled pineapple, culminating in an extra-long, satiny finish with a touch of bittersweet perfection.
“I believed there was something truly special about this project, which is why I was eager to be a part of it,” says F. Paul Pacult, Jacob’s Pardon Master Blender. “With Jacob’s Pardon ‘Cask Collective’ 16-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask-Finished Whiskey, we set out to craft an expression rarely seen in the whiskey world, with a remarkable depth and complexity, honoring the authenticity and craftsmanship at the heart of Jacob’s Pardon.”
The brand’s story dates back nearly a century, when brothers Jacob and Abner Taub turned to bootlegging during Prohibition to support their family. Caught in a 1929 sting and jailed for six years, they were later pardoned by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, reigniting a family business that launched a multi-generational legacy. Today, Jacob’s Pardon honors their resilient spirit in the modern whiskey era, as a brand that embodies brotherhood, friendship, history, craftsmanship, and bold innovation—a unique whiskey born from collaboration and tradition, and one only Palm Bay could produce.
The exclusive Jacob’s Pardon “Cask Collective” 16-Year-Old Oloroso Sherry Cask-Finished Whiskey will be available starting May 29 with an allocated amount at select retailers, at an SRP of $124.99 for 750ml. To learn more about Jacob’s Pardon, please visit https://www.palmbay.com/producers/jacob-s-pardon.
About Jacob’s Pardon Whiskey:
Nearly a century ago, Jacob and Abner Taub crafted and bootlegged their own whiskey during Prohibition to support their family. Then one fateful winter night in 1929, their world came crashing down during a sting that would land the brothers behind bars. Six long years later, President Franklin D. Roosevelt pardoned the Taub brothers. They were able to reignite their family business with their brother Martin and help launch Baltimore Club Whiskey. This would set into motion a family tradition that would span generations. Today, the Taub Family continues this legacy with the introduction of Jacob's Pardon.
About Palm Bay International:
Palm Bay International is a premier supplier of fine wines and spirits, standing at a unique vantage point within the U.S. wine and spirits landscape. It is distinguished by masterful and timeless brand building, coupled with stewardship of one of the most comprehensive global fine wine and select spirits portfolios available. For generations, Palm Bay has proudly forged a reputation for delivering exceptional experiences to a diverse range of partners and customers.
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