High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished Cocktail

High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished Cocktail shines when sipped neat or over a large ice cube, allowing its complexity to unfold on the palate. This ready-to-drink gem is perfect for cozy autumn evenings or winter gatherings, pairing beautifully with hearty dishes like grilled steaks, roasted game, or rich chocolate desserts.

Nose: Robust bourbon aromas lead with caramel and vanilla. Orange peel and baking spices follow, reminiscent of freshly grated cinnamon and nutmeg. A subtle hint of oak rounds out the bouquet.

Palate: Rich and full-bodied. The initial sip delivers a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy notes. Caramel and brown sugar mingle with rye spiciness. Orange zest brightens the flavor profile, while a touch of cherry adds depth. The bitters contribute a pleasant herbal complexity.

Finish: Long and warming. The sweetness gradually fades, leaving behind a satisfying blend of oak, baking spices, and a subtle orange peel bitterness. A gentle warmth lingers, reminiscent of a well-crafted Old Fashioned cocktail.

High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished Cocktail is a pre-mixed blend of bourbon, rye whiskey, bitters, and sugar that's aged in used rye whiskey barrels for added depth and complexity. This unique aging process allows the flavors to meld and develop, creating a ready-to-drink cocktail with the nuanced character of a carefully crafted bar-made Old Fashioned.

• High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished Cocktail is actually aged in used rye whiskey barrels for a minimum of 30 days, giving it a unique depth and complexity not found in standard bottled cocktails.
• The recipe includes a small amount of gentian root, a bitter herb traditionally used in European aperitifs, which adds a subtle herbal complexity to the classic Old Fashioned flavor profile.
• High West sources their oranges from a specific grove in Florida known for producing especially aromatic fruit, ensuring a bright, zesty note in every bottle that perfectly complements the bourbon and bitters.