Berlin’s Bourbon Lovers, Meet the Whiskey That’s Saving the Planet—One Sip at a Time
Berlin’s whiskey scene is about to get a lot greener—and a lot more star-studded. Brother’s Bond Bourbon, the ultra-premium whiskey brand founded by actors and longtime friends Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley, just launched its most sustainable release yet: the Regenerative Grain Straight Bourbon, aged 7 years and crafted for both impact and indulgence. Available exclusively at select 1 Hotels locations (including future European rollouts), this micro-batch, single-barrel expression is already making waves from Austin to Berlin—thanks to its eco-conscious credentials and next-level flavor.
Whiskey That’s Rooted in the Earth—and in Purpose
What sets this release apart from other top-shelf bottles in Berlin’s booming whiskey bars and curated bottle shops? It’s crafted with 100% regenerative grain, grown using farming practices that restore soil, boost biodiversity, and actively combat climate change.
The whiskey is the result of a collaboration between Brother’s Bond and renowned North Carolina distiller Pete Barger, resulting in a spirit that not only tastes premium but acts like it too.
“AT BROTHER’S BOND, SUSTAINABILITY ISN’T JUST A BUZZWORD—IT’S AT THE HEART OF HOW WE CRAFT, CONNECT, AND GIVE BACK,”
IAN SOMERHALDER
“WE’RE RAISING A GLASS TO THE PLANET WITH THIS 1 HOTELS INITIATIVE THAT GIVES BACK TO THE EARTH AND THE COMMUNITIES THAT CARE FOR IT.”
What’s Inside This Star-Backed Bottle?
This isn’t celebrity hype. It’s finely crafted bourbon with substance—literally and figuratively. At 95 proof, the Brother’s Bond Regenerative Grain Straight Bourbon offers a bold but elegant profile that will please Berlin’s growing community of bourbon connoisseurs.
Tasting Notes:
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Color: Deep amber with copper reflections
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Aroma: Toasted oak, dark cherry, and honeyed grain
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Taste: Ripe stone fruits, warm baking spice, and charred oak
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Finish: Long, warming, with subtle spice and soft leather undertones
Whether you’re sipping it neat in a Kreuzberg whiskey den or sharing a pour at a rooftop soirée in Potsdam, it’s a conversation-worthy bottle that delivers.
A Bourbon That Travels in Eco-Friendly Style
The initial rollout is limited to 1 Hotels properties in the U.S., but Berlin-based travelers can experience the bourbon firsthand in cities like New York, Miami, and L.A., with two sleek formats:
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750ml bottles for top-shelf pours and signature cocktails at hotel bars
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375ml bottles for in-room minibar indulgence
The exclusive partnership aligns with 1 Hotels’ luxury-meets-sustainability ethos—making this bourbon a perfect fit for travelers who demand more from their drink than just good taste.
“THIS INITIATIVE REFLECTS OUR DEDICATION TO SUSTAINABILITY—BECAUSE GREAT SPIRITS DESERVE TO COME FROM GREAT SOIL,”
STEVEN MINOR
CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF BEVERAGE AT 1 HOTELS
From Screen to Still: The Story Behind Brother’s Bond
For fans who know Somerhalder and Wesley from their vampire drama days, this whiskey brand might seem like an unexpected pivot. But the duo are deeply invested—financially, emotionally, and creatively—in every part of the brand.
Since launching in 2021, Brother’s Bond Bourbon has become a fixture in the premium spirits space, earning accolades for its:
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Original Cask Strength Bourbon
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American Blended Rye
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Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon (recently ranked among the world’s top 5 bourbons)
And now, with this Regenerative Grain Straight Bourbon, the brand levels up—blending heritage craftsmanship with future-forward values.
A portion of proceeds from every bottle goes to Kiss the Ground, a nonprofit championing regenerative agriculture and healthy soil initiatives worldwide—including programs in Europe.
Why Berliners Should Raise a Glass
Berlin’s progressive drink culture—rooted in authenticity, sustainability, and artisanal quality—is the ideal match for Brother’s Bond. Bars in Neukölln, Mitte, and Charlottenburg are already curating whiskey menus with eco-conscious narratives, and the city’s consumers are asking more of their brands.
Whether you’re:
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Building out your premium home bar
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Shopping for a Father’s Day gift in Lichtenberg
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Hosting a bourbon tasting in Leipzig
This bottle delivers both flavor and meaning.
Final Sip: Bourbon With a Mission
Brother’s Bond Regenerative Grain Straight Bourbon isn’t just another celebrity-endorsed spirit—it’s a meaningful, masterfully made expression of what whiskey can be when passion meets purpose. Aged, intentional, and rooted in regenerative agriculture, it’s a bottle that embodies progress without compromising tradition.
So, Berlin—pour one for the planet. Because the best bourbon stories aren’t just told in barrels. They’re told in fields.
