High West Distillery
High West Distillery[edit | edit source]
High West Distillery is a renowned American whiskey distillery located in Park City, Utah. It was founded in 2006 by David Perkins, a former biochemist, with the aim of creating exceptional and unique whiskeys.
History[edit | edit source]
High West Distillery has a fascinating history that dates back to the 19th century. The distillery is situated in a historic building that was originally constructed in the late 1800s as a livery stable and later served as a saloon during the Prohibition era.
David Perkins, the founder of High West Distillery, had a passion for whiskey and a desire to revive the rich whiskey-making tradition in Utah. He acquired the historic building in 2004 and transformed it into a distillery, making it the first legal distillery in Utah since the end of Prohibition.
Whiskey Production[edit | edit source]
High West Distillery is known for its innovative approach to whiskey production. They combine traditional distilling techniques with unique blends and aging processes to create their distinct flavor profiles.
The distillery produces a wide range of whiskeys, including bourbon, rye, and blended whiskeys. They source their grains from local farmers and use traditional copper pot stills for distillation. High West also ages their whiskeys in a variety of barrels, including new American oak, used bourbon barrels, and French oak barrels.
Notable Whiskeys[edit | edit source]
High West Distillery has gained recognition for its exceptional whiskeys. Some of their notable releases include:
- High West American Prairie Bourbon: A smooth and flavorful bourbon with notes of caramel, vanilla, and spice.
- High West Rendezvous Rye: A blend of straight rye whiskeys with a rich and complex flavor profile.
- High West Campfire: A unique blend of bourbon, rye, and peated Scotch whisky, creating a smoky and savory whiskey.
Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]
High West Distillery has received numerous awards and accolades for its whiskeys. Some of the notable awards include:
- Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for High West American Prairie Bourbon.
- Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for High West Rendezvous Rye.
- Best Blended Whiskey at the World Whiskies Awards for High West Campfire.
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