Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve
Straight Bourbon Whiskey
54.5% ABV
$130
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What the Producer Says
Lawrenceburg, IN (May 19, 2026) – Today, Remus Bourbon, the award-winning whiskey produced by MGP’s Ross & Squibb Distillery, announced the launch of Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve Bourbon. Following the success of the brand’s Remus Babe Ruth Reserve Bourbon in 2024 and 2025, this year’s release honors Lou Gehrig, the iconic New York Yankees first baseman known as the “Iron Horse” for his extraordinary durability, humility, and enduring impact on the game.
The limited-edition release is rich with symbolic details inspired by Gehrig’s legendary career and legacy. Crafted by Master Distiller Ian Stirsman, Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve incorporates four distinct mash bills in tribute to Gehrig’s legendary No. 4 jersey, while the bourbon’s 109 proof pays homage to the 100th anniversary of his 109 RBI season in 1926, the first of his remarkable 13 consecutive seasons with 100 or more RBIs. Only 9,665 bottles of Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve will be released nationwide, commemorating each of Gehrig’s career plate appearances. To take the experience and collectability a step further, a QR code on the back label allows consumers to scan and find out what Gehrig did in the game of their bottle’s plate appearance.
“In the 1920s, only one man was worthy of following Babe Ruth in the lineup, and that was the great Lou Gehrig. In 2026, the same holds true,” said Ian Stirsman. “Every detail was thoughtfully created to celebrate his legacy in a meaningful way, while maintaining the craftsmanship of Remus Bourbon that drinkers love and expect from our distillery.”
Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve features 14% 2016 bourbon with a 44% rye mash bill, 70% 2017 bourbon with a 49% rye mash bill, 8% 2019 bourbon with a 99% corn mash bill, and 8% 2019 bourbon with a 36% rye mash bill. It opens with warm cinnamon and nutmeg on the nose, layered with hints of leather and clove. The palate delivers notes of brown sugar, plum and marshmallow before finishing with baking spice, toasted cedar, and lingering cinnamon. The bottle is adorned with an embossed baseball diamond-shape label and a baseball bat knob closure.
Accompanying the launch, Remus Bourbon will donate $9,665, one dollar for each of Gehrig’s career plate appearances, to the Live Like Lou Foundation, an organization dedicated to funding research and supporting families affected by ALS. The brand will also extend the initiative to consumers through a social media campaign, donating an additional dollar for every like and comment on Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve launch content shared via Instagram (@remusbourbon), up to $2,130 in honor of Gehrig’s iconic consecutive games played streak.
“Support like this is powerful because it turns awareness into action for the ALS community,” said Wendy Faust, Executive Director of the Live Like Lou Foundation. “At Live Like Lou, we are committed to supporting families facing ALS today while investing in research to change the future of this disease. Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve honors Lou’s legacy in a meaningful way, bringing people together to raise critical funds, expand awareness, and help us continue our important work.”
What Gary Says
Nose: Salted caramel, fall leaves, cinnamon, baked apples, leather, hint of cloves and nutmeg.
Palate: Creamy mouthfeel with caramel, cocoa, nutmeg, clove, cinnamon with a hint of brown sugar, black cherries and oak.
Finish: Moderate in length with oak spices, vanilla and a kiss of butterscotch.
Comments: I appreciate the higher ABV here. It gives this classic bourbon profile a little more backbone without getting in the way. Lots of caramel, baking spice, oak, and darker fruit, with a creamy mouthfeel that keeps it from feeling too sharp. Water does it a favor, pulling out citrus on the nose and more chocolate on the palate. Not reinventing bourbon, but it’s well-built, familiar, and very easy to enjoy.
Like the Remus Babe Ruth Reserve (which I covered previously), the Remus Lou Gehrig Reserve leans heavily into presentation, using the same thoughtfully designed bottle with its baseball bat-inspired cork and diamond-themed accents. It’s a substantial, display-worthy package that feels intentionally collectible—something you could easily repurpose as a decanter once the bourbon is gone. The inclusion of the QR code-driven experience adds an extra layer of engagement, tying each bottle to a specific moment in Gehrig’s career and reinforcing the storytelling aspect behind the release.
While the liquid itself is solid and satisfying—especially at this proof point—the overall package clearly positions this as more than just another bourbon. Between the elevated presentation, interactive elements, and historical tie-in, it’s likely to resonate most with baseball fans, collectors, or those who appreciated the Babe Ruth edition and want a complementary piece in the lineup.