World Whiskey Society (WWS) announced the launch of the Henry Deringer American Single Malt Aged 8 Years. This whiskey is bottled at cask strength and is a tribute to Henry Deringer, the revolutionary inventor of the pocket pistol.

Having designed the original Philadelphia Deringer in 1825, Deringer’s small cap-lock pocket pistol became his most famous product due to its ease of handling, ease of concealment, and extreme short-range accuracy. 

This eventually led to the widespread popularity of “derringer” pistols everywhere, including across much of the Western United States, laying the foundation for over 200 years of gunsmithing innovation.

“The story of Henry Deringer is one of daring and precision — qualities we’ve brought to life in every drop of this whiskey,” Alex Kogan, CEO of World Whiskey Society, said in a news release. “This 8-year single malt honors the fearless spirit that helped define the American frontier and continues to inspire the world of whiskey today.”

The Henry Deringer American Single Malt Aged 8 Years retails for $99.99 and is currently available on the WWS online shop and at select retailers nationwide. 

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About World Whiskey Society

Established in 2020, the World Whiskey Society (WWS) comprises an ultra-premium collection of rare expressions previously unavailable to even the most sophisticated whiskey enthusiasts. WWS scours the globe far and wide with a singular goal in mind – uniqueness – before selecting a distillery partner to join WWS. Or they may choose to release something completely new by finishing small-batch American bourbon in exotic oak barrels from Japan. For more information about World Whiskey Society and its range of rare whiskeys, including the latest releases, please visit https://worldwhiskey.com/.