High West Whiskey

by Brian Donnelly


Distillery in Wanship, UTPhoto by Brian Donnelly

Distillery in Wanship, UT

Photo by Brian Donnelly

History

High West was founded by David Perkins, and his wife Jane, in 2006. David was inspired to open up his own distillery after a visit to the Marker’s Mark Distillery in Loretto, Kentucky in 2001. As a former biochemist, David saw the connections and parallels between his work, and the scientific process it takes to make whiskey. Inspired by the Old West, he moved his family to Park City, Utah, where they began distilling 2007. 

In 2009, the High West Distillery and Saloon opened in the the historic Old Town downtown of Park City. This original location was the world’s first ski-in gastro-distillery, located at the bottom of the Quit N’ Time ski run, and begin production with only a 250-gallon copper pot still. In 2015, the brand opened a larger distillery in the mountains of Wanship, Utah, which features a gift shop, tours, bar and restaurant space, and a 1,600- gallon copper pot still. High West was named “Distillery of the Year” by Whiskey Advocate in 2016.

Distillery in Wanship, UTPhoto by Brian Donnelly

Distillery in Wanship, UT

Photo by Brian Donnelly

Distillery in Wanship, UTPhoto by Brian Donnelly

Distillery in Wanship, UT

Photo by Brian Donnelly

Distillery and Saloon in Downtown Park City, UTPhoto by Brian Donnelly

Distillery and Saloon in Downtown Park City, UT

Photo by Brian Donnelly

Distillery in Wanship, UTPhoto by Brian Donnelly

Distillery in Wanship, UT

Photo by Brian Donnelly

American Prairie Bourbon

Crafted to celebrate, inspire, and preserve the American West, 10% of all post tax revenue is donated to the American Prairie Reserve,* which is one of the largest wildlife reserves in the continental United States, located in northeastern Montana. The label features a painting of a Pronghorn Antelope by Montana artist Diana Whitehead. The Pronghorn Antelope, North America’s fastest land mammal. Unfortunately, there has been a 98% decrease in the population of the Pronghorn Antelope since the 1800s, because of habitat destruction. These animal need large areas of open and unobstructed grasslands. Read more about the American Prairie Reserve on their website.

*American Prairie is a registered trademark of American Prairie Foundation dba American Prairie Reserve

High West American Prairie Bourbon is a proprietary blend of straight bourbon whiskies aged between 2 and 13 years. All whiskey used has been aged in new, charred, white American oak, and is non-chilled filtered or carbon treated.

  • 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley from MGP

  • 84% Corn, 8% Rye, 8% Malted Barley from undisclosed source

  • Other whiskey components are undisclosed due to contractual reasons

92 Proof (46% ABV)


Double Rye

High West Double Rye!® is a blend of two different straight rye whiskies aged from 2 to 7 years. The younger rye whiskey, has been sourced, and was distilled in a column still, while the older rye whiskey, made by High West, was distilled in their copper pot still. All whiskey used has been aged in new, charred, white American oak, and is non-chilled filtered or carbon treated.

  • 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley from MGP

  • 80% Rye, 20% Malted Rye from High West Distillery

92 Proof (46%)


Rendezvous Rye

Rendezvous Rye® is named after the annual summer gathering of mountain men from 1825 to 1840, to exchange pelts for supplies. This meeting became know as the “rendezvous.” The second annual rendezvous in Cache Valley, Utah saw the introduction of whiskey supplies, and this became a stable at all future rendezvous.

Rendezvous Rye® is a blend of straight rye whiskies aged from 4 to 7 years. All whiskey used has been aged in new, charred, white American oak, and is non-chilled filtered or carbon treated.

  • 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley from MGP

  • 80% Rye, 20% Malted Rye from High West Distillery

92 proof (46% ABV)


Campfire Whiskey

Campfire Whiskey® is a blend of bourbon, rye, and plated Scotch whiskey aged from 4 to 8 years old. This is the world’s first blend to include all three whiskies. Brendon Coyle was staying at a Bed and Breakfast near the Bruichladdich distillery, on the Island of Islay, when he tasted a dessert of ripe honeydew melon which had been drizzled with heated syrup. This unique flavor combinations of sweet, spicy, and smoke inspired him to create Campfire Whiskey.® High West uses both new charred, white American oak, as well as Ex-Bourbon barrels to age the Campfire Whiskey.® The whiskey is non-chilled filtered, and no additional flavor(s) are added.

  • Straight Rye Whiskies: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley from MGP and 80% Rye, 20% Malted Rye from High West Distillery

  • Straight Bourbon Whiskey: 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley from MGP

  • Blended Malt Scotch Whisky: Undisclosed Source (due to contractual reasons)

92 Proof (46% ABV)


A Midwinter’s Night’s Dram

A Midwinter’s Night’s Dram, named for the William Shakespeare play “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” is a limited seasonal release of the High West West Rendezvous Rye finished in French oak and Port wine barrels. Like the Rendezvous Rye, the whiskey is a blend of straight rye whiskies, and has not been chill-filtered or carbon treated. 

Straight Rye Whiskies:

  • 95% Rye, 5% Barley Malt from MGP

  • 80% Rye, 20% Malted Rye from High West Distillery

  • 53% Rye, 37% Corn, 10% Malted Barley from Barton Distillery 

  • 80% Rye, 10% Corn, 10% Malt Barley from Barton Distillery

98.6 Proof (49.3% ABV) 


Yippee Ki-Yay

Yippee Ki-Yay is another season limited time offer, a blend of straight rye whiskies aged from 2 to 16 years. This whiskey has been matured in new, charred, white American oak, and then finished in French oak barrels, which previously held vermouth and Syrah wine. This whiskey has not been chill-filtered or carbon treated.

Straight Rye Whiskies:

  • 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley from MGP

  • 53% Rye, 37% Corn, 10% Barley from Barton

  • 80% Rye, 20% Malted Rye from High West Distillery

92 Proof (46% ABV)


Bourye

Bourye® is combination of bourbon (bou) and rye (rye) whiskey. This whiskey, just like the jackalope pictured on the label, is a rare finding. The jackalope is a cross between a jack rabbit and antelope, rumored to have lived in the old west. This blend of straight bourbon and rye whiskey has been aged a minimum of 10 years, non-chill filtered, or carbon treated. 

  • Straight Rye Whiskey: 95% Rye, 5% Malted Barley

  • Straight Bourbon Whiskey: 75% Corn, 21% Rye, 4% Malted Barley

  • Straight Bourbon Whiskey: 60% Corn, 36% Rye, 4% Malted Barley

*All sourced from MGP, Lawrenceburg, Indiana (2019 Batch)

92 Proof (46% ABV)


High West The 36th Vote Barreled Manhattan Whiskey Ready-to-drink - 750ml Bottle

The ideal gift! Buy the best ready-to-drink online. Price and reviews available for High West The 36th Vote Barreled Manhattan Whiskey Ready-to-drink - 750ml Bottle. High West is Utahs first distillery, born in 1879.High West created The 36th Vote Barreled Manhattan to commemorate Utah's role in the repeal of Prohibition. This 74-proof Manhattan uses the pre-Prohibition recipe of two parts rye whiskey to one part sweet vermouth and two dashes of bitters. This Manhattan tastes of muddled dried fruit, vinous liquor, spicy rye whiskey, and chocolate covered cherry with a subtle spiced fruit and slightly sweet finish. Best enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or stirred and strained with an orange or lemon garnish. Sip Responsibly. The 36th Vote Manhattan made with Straight Rye Whiskey and Vermouth 37% alc/vol 2022 High West Distillery, Park City, UT


High West Manhattan Barrel Finished Ready Made Cocktail Whiskey Shots Ready-to-drink - 750ml Bottle

The ideal gift! Buy the best shots ready-to-drink online. Price and reviews available for High West Manhattan Barrel Finished Ready Made Cocktail Whiskey Shots Ready-to-drink - 750ml Bottle. Pre-batched and ready to drink, High West Manhattan Barrel Finished Ready Made Cocktail Whiskey is a high-quality and intricate rendition of one of the truly classic whiskey cocktails: The Manhattan. Respecting the time-tested recipe for a perfect Manhattan cocktail, which harmoniously balances sweet, rich, bitter, and spice, this blended whiskey drink features sweet and dry vermouth, a few dashes of aromatic bitters, and straight bourbon and rye whiskeys from High West Distillery. What isn't classic, but adds depth and complexity to this exceptional version of these good whiskey drinks, is barrel aging. This 74 proof, ready made mixed drink is aged for an additional three months in used rye whiskey barrels to fully marry its flavors. Delicious yet easy whiskey drinks are ready to enjoy; gently swirl the contents, serve over ice in your favorite cocktail glasses, and garnish with Manhattan cocktail cherries. For the best whiskey drinks flavor, enjoy this cocktail mix within 30 days of opening. Sip Responsibly. Manhattan made with blend of straight bourbon whiskey, straight rye whiskey, vermouth, and bitters 37% Alc/Vol 2022 High West Distillery, Park City, UT


High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished Ready Made Cocktail Whiskey Shots Ready-to-drink - 750ml Bottle

The ideal gift! Buy the best shots ready-to-drink online. Price and reviews available for High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished Ready Made Cocktail Whiskey Shots Ready-to-drink - 750ml Bottle. Pre-batched and ready to drink, High West Old Fashioned Barrel Finished Ready Made Cocktail Whiskey is a high-quality and enhanced rendition of one of the best whiskey cocktails for showcasing a well-made whiskey: The Old Fashioned. Made with carefully measured, high-quality ingredients and using a per-serving recipe for this simple, elegant, and forward whiskey lovers' cocktail, this blended whiskey drink features an unrefined raw sugar simple syrup, a few dashes of aromatic bitters, and straight bourbon and rye whiskeys from High West Distillery. Using both rye and bourbon whiskeys adds depth and complexity to this exceptional version of these good whiskey drinks, as well as lends earthy-sweet corn notes and dry rye spice. Barrel-finishing gives this High West alcoholic beverage an enhanced fullness. This 86 proof, ready made mixed drink is aged for an additional three months in used rye whiskey barrels to fully marry its flavors and round out its character. Delicious yet easy whiskey drinks are ready to enjoy with High West; gently swirl the contents, serve over ice in your favorite cocktail glasses, and garnish with an orange and lemon twist. For the best whiskey drinks flavor, enjoy this cocktail mix within 30 days of opening. Sip Responsibly. Old Fashioned made with blend of straight bourbon whiskey, straight rye whiskey, sugar, and bitters 47% Alc/Vol 2022 High West Distillery, Park City, UT

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Photo by Brian Donnelly

Photo by Brian Donnelly

Photo by Brian Donnelly

Photo by Brian Donnelly

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