Locke Co Aspen Aged Rye Whiskey, Colorado, USA

Locke + Co. Aspen Aged Rye Whiskey, Colorado, USA, captures the rugged elegance of the Rockies in every sip. With a pioneering aging process and a deeply rooted Colorado identity, this small-batch rye delivers a distinctive experience, balancing sweetness and spice with a unique aspen wood finish.

Product Details:

• ABV: 45% (90 Proof)
• Mashbill: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley
• Age: 2 Years in new 30-gallon oak barrels + 8 months on Aspen discs
• Color: Reddish Copper
• Distillery: Locke + Co. Distilling
• Founders: Rick Talley and Owen Locke

Sensory Description:

On the nose, the whiskey opens with the warm scent of freshly baked bread, brown sugar, caramel, and a dusting of cinnamon, with intriguing layers of dry fig, honey, and banana. The palate is smooth and layered, beginning with soft notes of cherry pit and vanilla, evolving into golden maple syrup, tobacco, and a touch of buttery cinnamon. It finishes clean and structured, with ginger, pepper spice, and a gentle sawdust bite, showcasing the rye’s characteristic warmth and finesse.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold – 2024 Denver International Spirits Competition
• Silver – 2024 Denver International Spirits Competition
• Gold – 2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
• Silver – 2023 Denver International Spirits Competition
• Double Gold – 2023 Denver International Spirits Competition
• Bronze – 2022 New York International Spirits Competition
• Gold – 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
• Gold – 2022 Denver International Spirits Competition
• Gold – 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
• Gold – 2021 Denver International Spirits Competition

Distiller's Background:

Founded by longtime friends Rick Talley and Owen Locke, Locke + Co. Distilling was born from a shared love for the mountains and a commitment to crafting exceptional rye whiskey. Drawing inspiration from Owen’s family moonshining legacy and their combined experience, including time spent at Beam Suntory, they created a uniquely Colorado whiskey. Their signature Aspen-aging process began in 2010, with whiskey distilled and aged near the Mosquito Range using hand-harvested aspen wood from family land.

Serving Suggestions:

Enjoy Locke + Co. Aspen Aged Rye Whiskey neat to fully appreciate its nuanced sweetness and warming spice, or in a classic Old Fashioned to highlight its maple, cinnamon, and oak complexity. Best served at room temperature, this whiskey is a versatile choice for sipping by the fire or crafting an elevated cocktail.

This small-batch rye delivers a bold, balanced, and unmistakably Colorado profile, smooth enough for everyday enjoyment, yet complex enough to impress any whiskey aficionado.