Clarke's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Clarke's Bourbon is a brand primarily sold in the European market, most notably at the retailer ALDI. While the labeling prominently features American imagery—including the bald eagle and the U.S. flag—to emphasize its heritage as a 'Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey,' it is a house brand or 'private label' developed for the international market.

Technically, for a product to be labeled 'Kentucky Straight Bourbon,' it must be distilled and aged in Kentucky, USA, following strict federal regulations. However, the bottling and distribution are handled by ALDI's supply chain partners. The brand 'Clarke's' is owned by ALDI, which sources the spirits from established American distilleries to provide an affordable bourbon option for its European customers.