Distiller Notes
A blend of High West's signature straight bourbon and rye whiskeys, finished in The Prisoner Red Blend wine barrels.
On the nose, cherry blossom, pomegranate, macerated prunes, dried violets, ginger beer, dark mead and toasted cedar chips. On the palate, honey-roasted figs, apricot jam on grilled brioche, black pepper, coconut pound cake, French oak spice, caramel drizzled over blood orange slices. A bold but inviting finish of cold brew coffee, berry crème brûlée, and roasted pecans.
Capturing a broad range in one category, American Whiskey refers to any spirit made in America by distilling a mash of fermented grains—typically corn, wheat, rye or barley. American Whiskey must be distilled to no more than 95% alcohol and bottled at 40% or higher. In order to be labeled a straight Whiskey, it also must be aged in white oak barrels for a minimum of two years and not contain any added colors or flavors.