Appearance: High West Bottled in Bond Straight Rye Whiskey presents a rich amber hue, reflecting its years of maturation in charred American oak barrels.

Nose: The aroma is bold and inviting, with pronounced notes of spicy rye, caramel, and oak. Subtle hints of vanilla and baking spices linger in the background, adding complexity to the bouquet.

Palate: On the palate, this rye whiskey delivers a robust and full-bodied flavor profile. Spicy rye takes center stage, accompanied by layers of caramel, toffee, and toasted oak. Warm baking spices, such as cinnamon and clove, dance across the tongue, providing depth and balance.

Finish: The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering notes of spicy rye, oak, and caramel. A subtle warmth envelops the palate, leaving a lasting impression of the whiskey's bold and complex character.

High West Distillery is a manufacturer of distilled spirits located in Park City, Utah, United States. It is the first legally licensed distillery in Utah since the end of the American Prohibition.
According to the United States government, rye whiskey sold in the United States must meet these requirements: Made from a grain mixture that is at least 51% rye. Aged in new charred-oak barrels. Distilled to no more than 160 proof, or 80% alcohol by volume (ABV).
In 2004, David and his family relocated to Park City, Utah to begin their new venture, where they began distilling in 2007. They chose Park City because of David's love of the Old West and Utah's little-known whiskey history.
A blend of straight bourbon whiskeys, aged a minimum of two years in charred white American oak barrels. Never chill-filtered or carbon-treated and utilizing a variety of high rye content mash bills to convey an earthy complexity (with a bit of spice).
This High West Whiskey is a harmonious blend of straight ryes that are aged a minimum of two years in new, charred American white oak barrels. The spicy flavor of this 92-proof American whiskey fortifies classics like Old Fashioned or Manhattan cocktails, as well as countless other whiskey cocktails.
In the past 20 years, more and more producers have turned to making “high rye” Bourbons, made with an increased amount of rye in the mash bill, perhaps 20% or more. They appeal to drinkers who need that extra bite of spice in their bourbon with less sweetness. The higher the rye content, the spicier the bourbon.
In the United States, rye whiskey is, by law, made from a mash of at least 51 percent rye. (The other ingredients in the mash are usually corn and malted barley.) It is distilled to no more than 160 U.S. proof (80% abv) and aged in charred, new oak barrels.
Rye brings spicy notes to the palate that are not always as present in other types of whiskey like bourbon. Think baking spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and pepper, which make this whiskey a classic choice to use in cocktails that have a bit of sweetness to counterbalance the character of the rye.