The world's no. 1 Bourbon Whiskey. Since 1795. None genuine without my signature. - James B. Beam. Legacy: Seven Generations of the Beam Family: Jacob Beam: 1760-1834; David Beam: 1802-1854; David M. Beam: 1833-1913; Colonel James B. Beam: 1864-1947; T. Jeremiah Beam: 1899-1977; Booker Noe: 1929-2004; Fred Noe: 1957-Present. Master Distillers Since 1795: Here's to every Beam who has added his own special chapter to our story. Kentucky in our hearts, Bourbon in our soul. Quality genuine Beam Bourbon. Aged 4 years. Aged for four long years in the heart of Kentucky. Jim Beam Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is made for those who take their Bourbon seriously. Time-honored family recipe. Since 1795.