Mile High Sprits Distillery, located close to Coors Field in Down Town Denver, has been consistently putting out quality whiskey for a number of years now. Recently, I had the distinct pleasure of having Adam and Tyler on the podcast. Tyler, the head distiller, provided me with tons of information regarding the process of the whiskey making Mile High Spirits Prides themselves on. You can listen to the full episode here if you haven’t already: https://milehighbourbon.com/podcast/a-colorado-craft-podcast-episode-4-featuring-mile-high-spirits/
Please Note: This bottle was provided to us at no charge by Mile High Spirits distillery to be reviewed on the site. As laid out in our about us page, this does not influence our final tasting notes or opinions of the bottle.
In the Bottle:
Mashbill:
73% Rye
27% Beechwood Smoked Malted Barley
Three Types of Rye:
Midwest Rolled Rye
Colorado Field Rye
German Malted Rye
Age:
5 Years
Proof:
“Mile High Proof”-105.6 Proof (52.80% ABV)
In the Glass:
Color:
Dark Brown or Bronze even, with a golden Tinge. Clear, and leaves a little bit of oily legs on the glass.
Without Water:
Nose:
The Rye notes are very noticeable, as expected. There are some complimentary chocolate and vanilla notes, dark fruits and tobacco to go with the baked bread and spices.
Palate:
A little soft and sweet right up front, notes of vanilla and brown sugar hit right away. There are some notes of dark cherries and white pepper with some cinnamon on the mid palate. Creamy and full bodied.
Finish:
A sweet, dark fruit and chocolate finish, with a little bit of brown sugar and baking spices and a faint hint of smokiness.
With Water:
Nose:
Sweet dark fruits really explode on the nose, baking spices and rye spices are still present. The chocolate fades a little bit.
Palate:
Definitely sweeter after a few drops of water, but the sweetness is only more right up front. Lots of spices on the mid palate, again white pepper and cinnamon really stood out. The creamy, full mouthfeel stands up to the water no problem.
Finish:
Remarkably more dry and tannic. Some tobacco notes and lots of barrel influence. The smoke fades but the chocolate stands strong, and the baking spices linger for a while.
Final Thoughts:
Mile High Spirits may really be onto something with the Mile High Proof. This single barrel expression captures the marriage of the grain and the oak perfectly. This bottle is embodies the excellence that Mile High Spirits strives for. It is only available in the tasting room downtown until it sells out. If you want to hear more from Tyler, the head distiller, be sure to check out Mile High Bourbon and Rye, A Colorado Craft Podcast.
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