Distillery 291 Barrel Proof Colorado Bourbon Whiskey, Colorado

Distillery 291 Barrel Proof Colorado Bourbon Whiskey is a bold, high-strength expression that captures the pioneering spirit of Colorado craft whiskey-making. Distilled in Colorado Springs and aged in American white oak, this small-batch bourbon delivers intensity, character, and a distinctive sense of place. Bottled at barrel proof, it offers whiskey enthusiasts an uncut, unfiltered experience that showcases the rugged depth and richness of its mountain provenance.

Product Details

• Origin: Colorado, USA
• Classification: Barrel Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• ABV: 126.7 Proof (63.3%)
• Mashbill: Predominantly corn, with malted rye and malted barley
• Barrel Aging: New, charred American white oak; finished with toasted aspen staves
• Distillery: Distillery 291, Colorado Springs, CO

Sensory Description
On the nose, this bourbon bursts with aromas of dark caramel, vanilla bean, campfire smoke, and toasted oak, accented by hints of cinnamon and cocoa. The palate is full-bodied and intense, with flavors of sweet corn, leather, dried fruit, and baking spice, all lifted by a peppery rye brightness. The finish is long, warming, and layered, leaving impressions of charred oak, butterscotch, and a subtle aspen wood smokiness unique to 291’s signature style.

Distiller’s Background
Founded in 2011 by former New York fashion photographer Michael Myers, Distillery 291 was born out of a creative vision to craft a whiskey that embodied the rugged independence of Colorado. What began with a still made from copper photogravure plates has grown into one of America’s most awarded craft distilleries. 291 emphasizes local grains, open-air fermentation influenced by Colorado’s dry mountain climate, and its hallmark technique of finishing whiskies with toasted aspen staves—imparting a signature smoky-sweet note. The Barrel Proof Bourbon stands as the purest expression of the distillery’s character and innovation.

Serving Suggestions
Enjoy neat at room temperature (60–65°F) to appreciate its full-bodied complexity, or add a few drops of water to soften its intensity and reveal additional layers of flavor. Its robust profile makes it ideal for sipping, but it also shines in a bold Old Fashioned or Manhattan. Pair with smoked brisket, barbecue ribs, or aged cheddar, and for dessert, try it alongside spiced bread pudding or dark chocolate with chili for a complementary heat.