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American Whiskey
Re-mastered By
Dave Pickerell
X Metallica

BLACKENED WHISKEY CASK STRENGTH
A Blend of Straight Bourbon and Rye Whiskeys Finished and Sonically-Enhanced in Brandy Casks Bottled at Cask Strength. ORDER NOW!
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BLACKENED X WES HENDERSON
The second release in the BLACKENED® Masters of Whiskey Series: BLACKENED x Wes Henderson Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Wine Port Wine Casks. ORDER NOW!
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RYE THE LIGHTNING™
AVAILABLE AT RETAILERS NOW. BLACKENED® Limited Edition RYE THE LIGHTNING™ Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey was inspired by Metallica’s 6x platinum sophomore album Ride the Lightning and double cask finished in Madeira and Rum Casks using our proprietary Black Noise™ sonic enhancement process.
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THE PERFECT GIFT DOESN'T EXI...
The BLACKENED® American Whiskey velvet bag gift pack makes gift-giving easy! Complete with a 750ml bottlle of our award-winning whiskey, a collectible drawstring bag and a customizable hangtag gift card.
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NEW MERCH IN STOCK!
We've stocked up on some fan favorites and even added a few new items as well. Head over to the Met Store to find beanies, hoodies, tees, yetis, hats, pins and more!
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MASTERS OF WHISKEY SERIES
The first release in the Masters of Whiskey Series: BLACKENED X Willett Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey Finished in Madeira Casks. In stores now! Use our store locator to find a retailer near you.
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LIMITED EDITION
CASK STRENGTH
The Master Blender Exclusive Batch 112 is available now online and in-store! Visit our online web store to buy a bottle today!
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NOW AVAILABLE IN CANADA!
That’s right…BLACKENED® is now available in Canada! Click the link below to learn more about product availability and to find stores near you.
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BLACKENED®

A BLEND OF STRAIGHT WHISKEYS FINISHED IN BLACK BRANDY CASKS

BLACKENED® American Whiskey is the award-winning, super-premium whiskey collaboration from late Master Distiller Dave Pickerell and Metallica.

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BLACKENED WHISKEY
BATCH PLAYLISTS

Each batch of BLACKENED is sonically-enhanced during the finishing phase by its own Metallica playlist, selected and arranged by the band members themselves.

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SELECTED AND ARRANGED BY:

James Hetfield
Kirk Hammett
Lars Ulrich
Robert Trujillo
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AMERICAN WHISKEY
…RE-MASTERED

A bold collaboration of the finest, hand selected whiskey. An unrivaled composition of craft & creativity. Born in cask, forged by sound. Learn about the story behind the legendary collaboration between Metallica and late Master Distiller Dave Pickerell.

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LIMITED EDITION
CASK STRENGTH WHISKEY

BLACKENED is available in Limited Edition Cask Strength Whiskey batches. The same award-winning whiskey…bottled at a higher proof!

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Master Distiller & Blender Rob Dietrich Blending Whiskey

BLACKENED WHISKEY
COCKTAILs

A collection of classic whiskey cocktail recipes, featured mixologist riffs and more…
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THE BLACKENED WHISKEY BLOG

We talk all things whiskey with a splash of music, and of course a little bit of Metallica… 
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05/25/2023

Whiskey on the Rocks: Should You Put Ice in Your Whiskey?

Drinking whiskey on the rocks can open up its smell and taste. Learn what kind of ice is best for whiskey, the science behind ice in whiskey, and it's history.

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04/03/2023

Warm Weather Whiskey Cocktails

Learn about the best whiskey cocktails to help you stay warm during the cold winter months to enjoy alone by a fire.

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12/05/2022

Best Whiskey-Themed Gifts for Whiskey Fans

Find the best whiskey-themed gifts for your favorite whiskey-loving fan including cocktail kits, whiskey glasses, and more!

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LATEST BLACKENED NEWS

Market launches, new Limited Editions, and events where you can find BLACKENED American Whiskey and Metallica.

05/28/2022

The Official Metallica Pre-Show Tailgate Party
05/24/2022

BLACKENED® at Metallica X SF Giants Night!
05/18/2022

BLACKENED® at Welcome To Rockville
04/07/2022

BLACKENED® is coming to Whiskey and Barrel Nite Tampa!
03/11/2022

BLACKENED® is coming to WhiskyX Miami!
12/14/2021

BLACKENED® is joining the fun at the Metallica 40th Anniversary San Francisco Takeover!
11/10/2021

BLACKENED® American Whiskey is now available in Canada!
08/05/2021

Introducing the new Masters Of Whiskey Series!
07/26/2021

Metallica coming to the Hard Rock Live presented by BLACKENED!
07/07/2021

Metallica is headlining night two of #ATLive 2021! Look for BLACKENED at the stadium concessions!
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sonic-enhancement process and how it creates our one-of-a-kind whiskey flavor.

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