A.D. Laws San Luis Valley Straight Rye Whiskey, Colorado

At 7,500 feet above sea level in Colorado’s rugged San Luis Valley, heirloom rye grows in semi-wild conditions that have been carefully cultivated by the Cody family since the 1930s. A.D. Laws fell in love with this grain’s bold, distinctive character and crafted a whiskey that celebrates terroir, tradition, and a fiercely independent spirit. The result is a straight rye unlike any other, unapologetic, high-altitude, and deeply expressive.

Product Details:

• Type: Straight Rye Whiskey
• Mash Bill: 100% heirloom rye
• ABV: 47.5% (750 ml)
• Aging: Minimum of 4 years in new 53-gallon charred oak barrels

Sensory Description:

This rye opens with a floral, perfumed nose accented by baking spice and orange oil. On the palate, layers of black tea, sweet mint, salted toffee, orange peel, and stewed fig unfold, giving way to a radiant green peppercorn spice on the finish. Its complexity balances the richness of oak with the bold signature of high-altitude rye grain, creating a whiskey that is both vibrant and deeply satisfying.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold – 2023 ASCOT Awards
  “Smoke, funk, cacao, and barrel char. Complex and fun, there’s a party up in this glass and I am all about it.”
• Great Value – 2023 Ultimate Beverage Challenge
  “Bready, baked rye, clover honey, and orchard fruit aromas dominate on the nose of this terroir-driven high-altitude rye whiskey. Clove, dried apricot, white pepper, and toasted rye delight the palate that gives way to an enchanting lingering finish.”
• Grand Gold – 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
• Grand Gold – 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
• Silver Medal – 2021 New York International Spirits Competition
• Grand Gold – 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Distiller's Background:

Founded in Denver, A.D. Laws Whiskey House is committed to grain-to-glass distilling, working with family farms to highlight Colorado’s unique terroir. Every bottle reflects their philosophy that “whiskey is the sum of its parts”, from heirloom grains to open-air fermentation and maturation in full-sized barrels. By crafting with intention and honoring place, A.D. Laws has earned a reputation for distinctive, terroir-driven whiskeys that celebrate Colorado’s pioneering spirit.

Serving Suggestions:

A.D. Laws San Luis Valley Straight Rye Whiskey is a versatile spirit that rewards exploration. Sip it neat to savor its bold grain character, enjoy it over a large cube to soften its spice, or let it shine in classic cocktails like the Manhattan or Old Fashioned. The whiskey’s depth and high-altitude complexity make it equally compelling for seasoned rye enthusiasts and adventurous newcomers alike.

Bold, vibrant, and unmistakably Colorado, A.D. Laws San Luis Valley Straight Rye Whiskey captures the essence of rye grown where the air is thin and the land is rich with history.