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Pour me a drink “JIM”: The world's first smart decanter
Fri, 1st Dec 2017
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Ever wanted to pour a drink but you didn't have a free hand to do so?

Well, this is the voice assistant news you've been waiting for, Jim Beam unveiled “JIM,” the first-ever smart decanter.

Engineered with more than 200 years of bourbon know-how, “JIM” brings Kentucky charm and groundbreaking shot-pouring functionality to any home.

 “JIM” doesn't claim to have high-end speakers or the ability to set reminders, but he can assist with one thing that really matters, pouring Jim Beam Bourbon.

Voiced by 7th Generation Master Distiller, Fred Noe, the decanter includes a sleek compartment for bourbon storage and voice command capabilities.

Unlike other smart home devices, "JIM" offers a shot-pouring functionality that allows legal drinking age consumers to serve up a drink without lifting a finger.

The first generation "JIM" is available in very limited quantities and pre-orders are open now.

“JIM” is very much aimed to be a joke that pokes fun at the recent upsurge of Smart Home devices, however, I can't help but think that he would be the perfect addition to my mancave.

I would no longer have to argue with the lads about what the perfect shot size is, “Jim” would simply pour the perfect beverage for us all.

This device would make a perfect party companion and it would surely turn heads.

Of course, there is nothing to stop the user from filling this device with their drink of choice, in my case that would be Vodka.

This is one gift the I am wholeheartedly hoping to see in my Xmas stockings.