5-YEAR COLORADO STRAIGHT BOURBON (FLAGSHIP)
The bottle that built Branch & Barrel.
This bourbon has always reflected our belief that great whiskey doesn’t need to follow someone else’s blueprint—it just needs to be proud of where it comes from. Built from local grain and Rocky Mountain snowmelt water drawn from the Arapahoe Aquifer, our flagship bourbon is shaped as much by our state’s elevation and climate as it is by the barrel itself. Accruing 17 awards through its 10-year history, this distinctly Colorado Style Bourbon sets the tone for both our company and our portfolio.
With a complex but grounded flavor profile centered around notes of crème brûlée, this whiskey is perfectly suited to be enjoyed neat, chilled over ice, or crafted into an elevated variation of your favorite bourbon cocktail.
WHEATED BOURBON
This expression was initially intended as a limited release, but due to its terrific overall reception and exceptional performance in international spirits competitions, it only made sense to keep it available. This three-grain bourbon sees the addition of red winter wheat from the San Luis Valley, furthering our commitment to showcasing Colorado’s agricultural prowess. Now carrying three Double Gold medals since its 2024 release, our Wheated Bourbon is the most highly awarded bottle in our portfolio.
This whiskey is delightfully soft on the palate, with decadent notes of milk chocolate, honeyed berries, caramel cream, toasted cashew, marshmallow, and banana brûlée. Given its layered flavor profile, we recommend trying it neat with a couple drops of water.
COLORADO GOLD AMERICAN WHISKEY
Good local whiskey doesn’t have to break the bank, and Colorado Gold is our go-to for an approachable, easy-drinking spirit that doesn’t cut corners on flavor. Instead of using grain-neutral alcohol to enhance volume, we blend a single barrel of our 4-5 year award-winning bourbon with carefully selected second-generation whiskey casks. Smooth, balanced, and distinctly our own, Colorado Gold stays true to our commitment to producing whiskies that are firmly rooted in our state’s terroir.
This expression blends floral, nutty, and light fruity flavor notes over a foundation of subtle oak and caramel. Colorado Gold makes for a terrific highball, and a serviceable base for simpler whiskey-based drinks.
SPICED MAPLE BOURBON
While our more “traditional” expressions have shaped much of our company’s development, we have never shied away from branching out to explore less conventional ideas. Originally nicknamed “3-Way” for its unusual finishing process, Spiced Maple Bourbon rests in barrels that previously held cinnamon whiskey, vanilla bean extract, and maple syrup. The result is bold, layered, and surprisingly balanced, with authentic flavor from real ingredients – not artificial sweeteners or chemical additives.
Equally at home over ice, packed into a ski flask, or worked into a colder season cocktail, this unique bourbon features notes of warm baking spices, maple richness, subtle vanilla, and toasted oak.
HONEY INFUSED BOURBON
Our honey expression is built on the same foundation as everything else we make: real spirits, shaped by Colorado, without shortcuts or artificial flavors. The goal was never to create a liqueur masquerading as whiskey, but rather a bourbon that introduced a little extra intrigue into the formula. Local Wildflower Honey is added directly into the barrel, complementing the bourbon’s existing structure and flavor without obscuring it.
Opening a bottle of B&B Honey Infused Bourbon reveals rich, natural notes of honeycomb, crème brûlée, pecans, toasted oak, lemon zest, and subtle orange blossom. Try it as a base for a whiskey sour, or any cocktail that benefits from a little extra sweetness.
SNOWMELT GIN
Continually inspired by the concept of ‘branching out‘, it was inevitable that our portfolio would eventually expand beyond whiskey alone. In 2024, we created Snowmelt, a fresh and contemporary gin that prioritizes balance and approachability. The base spirit is made from corn, then infused with a delightful combination of juniper, tangerine, grapefruit, hibiscus, lavender, and cardamom. The juniper notes are downplayed, allowing the citrus, spice, and floral elements to define the character of this nuanced expression.
Snowmelt Gin is made using real Rocky Mountain snowmelt water, and provides a flavorful base for a wide range of cocktails, from classic to modern.
VODKA
The newest entrant to the B&B portfolio is already making a name for itself in the Colorado spirits scene. Praised for its impressive smoothness and unpretentious pricing, our corn-based Vodka provides a clean, straightforward pour that’s hard to beat within the craft category. Distilled seven times and filtered through charcoal and ceramic, this clear expression is as crisp as the Rocky Mountain snowmelt it’s made with. Subtle impressions of the water’s natural mineral content blend beautifully with whispered hints of vanilla and grain-sweetness, offering a drinking experience often associated with premium bottles.
From Martini to Cosmopolitan and everything in between, Branch & Barrel Vodka is the go-to choice for the craft consumer that appreciates the intersection of quality and affordability.
3-YEAR COLORADO STRAIGHT BOURBON
Colorado has a remarkable climate for aging whiskey, and nothing in our portfolio more perfectly demonstrates that than our 3-Year Bourbon series. Because of dramatic daily temperature swings, the spirits in our barrels are forced in and out of the staves with greater force and frequency than in other environments. As a result, flavor extraction and filtration occur more rapidly, giving our whiskies outstanding character at relatively young ages.
Try our 3-Year Bourbon in your favorite whiskey cocktail, or even on its own over ice. After one sip, you’ll see why we prefer to focus on overall development rather than age alone. This is currently only available from our retail partners.
RYE WHISKEY
Rye, Colorado style. Branch & Barrel Distillery released its first-ever Straight Rye, crafted from 100% Colorado grain, pot distilled, and aged for a minimum of 3 years.
At 51% rye, 40% corn, and 9% barley, it strikes a beautiful balance between a grassy rye bite and a soft, silky sweetness. Bright lemon and warm baking spices round things out, making this one easy to appreciate whether you’re a lifelong rye fan or just rye-curious.
HIGH RYE BOURBON
Following in the footsteps of our Wheated expression, this three-grain High Rye Bourbon offers yet another spotlight on Colorado’s San Luis Valley agricultural environment. Featuring climate-hardy unmalted Rye from Monte Vista, this whiskey presents an intriguing flavor profile, even by our standards. Notes of spiced almond, toasted walnut, lemongrass, nutmeg, white pepper, fresh soil, and lemon custard layer over caramel, oak, and butterscotch, creating an enigmatic drinking experience that evolves with every sip. Since its July 2025 release, we are proud to say our High Rye Bourbon has won two Gold medals, both scoring 91 points, in high-profile competitions.
Because it sits on the boundary between Bourbon and Rye, this spirit is equally at home in cocktails that traditionally feature either. We recommend it as a foundation for spirit-forward drinks, or as a neat pour for those who appreciate a diverse palette of flavors.
AWARDS
2019
Proof Awards
Flagship – SILVER
3 Way – SILVER
Flagship – SILVER
Denver International Spirits Comp
Flagship – SILVER
2020
Proof Awards
Flagship – SILVER
Plumwood – SILVER
Honey – SILVER
2022
San Francisco International Spirits Comp
Flagship – DOUBLE GOLD
International Wine & Spirits Comp
Flagship – SILVER
Flagship – BRONZE
Denver International Spirits Comp
Flagship – GOLD
2023
Denver International Spirits Comp
4 Grain – SILVER
Heartland Whiskey Comp
Flagship Single Barrel #5 – SILVER
American Craft Spirits Awards
Flagship – BRONZE
2024
San Francisco International Spirits Comp
Wheated Bourbon – DOUBLE GOLD
Flagship – SILVER
Denver International Spirits Comp
Flagship – SILVER
Bartender Spirits Awards for 2024
3Way – SILVER
Cafe Miel – SILVER
Americas Best Spirits
Wheated Bourbon – ROCKIES REGION DOUBLE GOLD, NATIONAL GOLD
Cognac Finish – ROCKIES REGION DOUBLE GOLD, NATIONAL GOLD
Shaded Grove Single Barrel – ROCKIES REGION GOLD, NATIONAL GOLD
2025
London Int’l Spirits Competition
Wheated Bourbon – GOLD
Cognac Finish – SILVER
SB8 – BRONZE
New York International Spirits Competition
Colorado Gold – GOLD
New York International Spirits Competition
Single Barrel 6 Year – SILVER
American Craft Spirits Awards
Wheated Bourbon – SILVER
Wheated Bourbon – SILVER
2026
Denver International Spirits Competition
Wheated Bourbon – DOUBLE GOLD
High Rye Bourbon – GOLD
America Craft Spirits Awards
3 Year Bourbon – BRONZE
3 Year Bourbon – BRONZE
Bartender Spirits Awards
High Rye Bourbon – GOLD
Wheated Bourbon – SILVER
3 Year Bourbon – SILVER
Sip Awards
Made in the Shade II – DOUBLE GOLD
High Rye Bourbon – GOLD
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