High West Bourbon

High West American Prairie Bourbon — a blend of straight bourbons from Utah’s High West Distillery, crafted to preserve the spirit of the American West with a rich, approachable profile that bridges everyday sipping and cocktail versatility, with a portion of proceeds supporting the American Prairie Reserve conservation effort.

High West American Prairie Bourbon blends straight bourbons of varying ages and mash bills — combining younger grain-forward stocks with more mature expressions to produce a consistent, well-rounded profile at an accessible price point. The blending philosophy prioritizes balance: rich sweetness from the corn base, enough rye content across the mash bills to provide spice and earthiness, and enough oak integration to add structure without bitterness.

The result is a bourbon built for the West: open, generous, and uncomplicated without being simple. It serves equally well neat, on the rocks, or as a bourbon cocktail base.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Light caramel and sweet vanilla
• Palate: Rich and earthy with candy corn, honey nougat, and sweet cornbread biscuits
• Finish: Vanilla with a hint of caramel apple and pecan pie

Specs

• Distillery: High West Distillery, Park City, Utah
• Style: Blend of Straight Bourbons
• ABV: 46% (92 Proof)
• Filtration: Non-chill filtered
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What does High West Bourbon taste like? Light caramel and vanilla on the nose; candy corn, honey nougat, and cornbread biscuits on the palate; vanilla, caramel apple, and pecan pie on the finish.
• Is High West Bourbon good for cocktails? Yes — its balanced sweetness and 46% ABV make it an excellent Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour base without overpowering the other ingredients.
• Does High West donate to conservation? Yes — a portion of American Prairie Bourbon proceeds supports the American Prairie Reserve, a nonprofit restoring native grasslands across Montana.