Bear Creek Distillery Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Colorado

Bold yet balanced, Bear Creek’s Straight Bourbon is a craft expression that wears its Colorado heritage on its sleeve. Matured in new American oak barrels and aged long enough to offer depth, it delivers spicy oak, rich grain character, and enough warmth to satisfy whiskey lovers without sacrificing smoothness. Made by a grain-to-bottle distillery in Denver, it stands out for its place, pride, and flavor.

Product Details

• Style & Variety: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Age / Maturation: Minimum 2 years in 53-gallon American white oak barrels
• Mash Bill: Corn, rye, and barley (exact proportions undisclosed)
• ABV / Proof: 45 % ABV / 90 proof
• Production: Distilled, fermented, mashed, and aged in-house in Denver; craft, small-batch production
• Color & Appearance: Deep copper mahogany hue

Sensory Description
On the nose, expect warm baking spices—clove, cinnamon—alongside leather, oak, and a touch of brown sugar. A swirl brings dried fruit, tobacco, and charred oak forward. The palate is rich, creamy, and generous with molasses and dark sugar, complemented by roasted grain, baking spice, and subtle tobacco undertones. There’s a satisfying weight and texture without heaviness. The finish lingers with oak, tobacco, and dried fruit, softened by a hint of sweetness and warm barrel char.

Producer’s Background
Bear Creek Distillery, founded in 2012 in Denver, is a distillery built on the grain-to-bottle model—handling each step of whiskey production onsite. The founders Jay Johnson, Jeff Dickinson, and David “Dbo” Baker brought together their diverse experiences to build a craft destination for spirits, especially whiskey, in Colorado. The Straight Bourbon is one of their flagship offerings, intended to reflect both craftsmanship and Colorado’s climatic influences—warm days, cool nights—that help shape barrel aging.

Serving Suggestions
Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open aromatics. Serve at room temperature or slightly cooled (about 60-65°F) to appreciate its nuances. Pairs beautifully with dark chocolates, charcuterie (smoked sausage, aged cheeses), barbecue ribs, or a cigar. An excellent companion for sipping by a fire or as the base of a quality Old Fashioned.