Stetson Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey brings together classic American Western heritage and serious Kentucky whiskey craftsmanship in a bold 100-proof high-rye bourbon. Built from carefully selected barrels produced at Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling Co., this expression combines two distinctly different Kentucky whiskey styles into a balanced, layered bourbon.
The Bardstown portion contributes lively rye spice and classic barrel sugars, while Green River adds a richer fruit-forward dimension. Master Blender Dan Callaway and the blending team spent approximately three years evaluating more than 100 barrels and blend combinations before arriving at the final profile.
Bottled at 50% ABV / 100 proof, Stetson Bourbon offers enough structure for experienced bourbon drinkers while retaining the fruit, caramel and vanilla character that makes it approachable neat or in classic whiskey cocktails. The blend averages around seven years old and incorporates mature Kentucky straight bourbons, with the youngest component at least four years old.
Expect a rich opening of buttery oak, caramel and vanilla, developing into brandied fruit, cinnamon and baking spice before finishing with a clean lift of rye spice. Its substantial glass bottle, leather-inspired neck detailing and Stetson Western styling also make it a strong choice for bourbon collectors, Western lifestyle enthusiasts, premium gifts and home-bar displays.
Key Features
- 100 proof / 50% ABV
- 750mL Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- High-rye bourbon profile
- Blend of whiskey from Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling Co.
- Approximately seven-year average age
- Developed through more than 100 barrel and blending trials
- Rich caramel, vanilla, fruit and rye-spice character
- Premium Stetson Western-inspired presentation
- Excellent neat, over ice or in classic bourbon cocktails
- Collector-friendly bourbon for Stetson and American whiskey enthusiasts
Tasting Notes
Nose: Buttery oak, caramel and vanilla with hints of mature wood and warm sweetness.
Palate: Brandied fruit, caramelized sugars, cinnamon, vanilla and layered baking spices with a firm rye backbone.
Finish: Long and balanced with lingering oak sweetness and a bright touch of rye spice. These notes reflect the brand’s reported tasting profile for the current release.
How to Enjoy
Pour Stetson Bourbon neat into a Glencairn or rocks glass and allow it a few minutes to open. At 100 proof, adding several drops of water can reveal more fruit, vanilla and caramel while softening the rye spice.
It is also excellent over one large cube. For cocktails, its combination of proof, fruit and spice makes it particularly well suited to a Bourbon Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Gold Rush, Boulevardier or Whiskey Sour.
FAQ
What is Stetson Bourbon?
It is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey made from a blend of bourbon sourced from Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling Co.
What proof is Stetson Bourbon?
The current expression is bottled at 100 proof / 50% ABV.
How old is Stetson Bourbon?
The blend averages approximately seven years old. It is non-age-stated, but the youngest whiskey in the blend is at least four years old.
Is it a high-rye bourbon?
Yes. The current Stetson expression is described as a high-rye bourbon, giving the whiskey additional lift and spice while retaining caramel, vanilla and fruit character.
Who blended Stetson Bourbon?
The development was led by Dan Callaway, Master Blender for Lofted Spirits, working with whiskey from Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River.
