Brother's Bond

Brother's Bond Bourbon is a four-grain Kentucky straight bourbon co-founded by actors Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley — best known for their roles as vampire brothers in The Vampire Diaries — who bonded over a shared love of whiskey during production and built the brand around that friendship. The bourbon is produced in Kentucky from a mashbill of corn, rye, wheat, and malted barley, aged in new American oak barrels and bottled at 80 proof.

The four-grain recipe produces a notably smooth, approachable profile — honey, orange zest, light caramel, and gentle spice — designed for easy sipping or classic cocktails. Brother's Bond also releases a Straight Rye Whiskey expression alongside the core bourbon.

Beyond the liquid, Brother's Bond donates a portion of every bottle sold to water conservation charity: water, reflecting Somerhalder's long-standing environmental advocacy. The brand has grown rapidly since its 2021 launch, driven by both the founders' fanbase and genuine quality in the glass.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who founded Brother's Bond Bourbon?

Co-founded by actors Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley, who became close friends while filming The Vampire Diaries. The brand launched in 2021 and takes its name from the bond formed between them during production.

What is the Brother's Bond mashbill?

A four-grain bourbon: corn as the primary grain, with rye, wheat, and malted barley. The inclusion of both rye and wheat in the mashbill — unusual for a bourbon — produces a balanced profile with spice from the rye and softness from the wheat.

What does Brother's Bond taste like?

Honey, orange zest, light caramel, and gentle spice at 80 proof. Smooth and approachable — designed for easy sipping or cocktails. The four-grain mashbill adds complexity that single-grain bourbons often lack at this proof point.

Does Brother's Bond donate to charity?

Yes — a portion of every bottle sold goes to charity: water, a nonprofit providing clean water access globally. The cause reflects Ian Somerhalder's environmental advocacy work.