The warm, comforting and complex flavors of bourbon and whiskey are popular with connoisseurs year-round, however, those flavors are particularly pleasing around the holidays and going into the cooler winter months. Those who love this spirit also love to discover unique and small batch producers from around the country.
The folks at High West Distillery should know a little something about warming drinks; after all they are located in the famous winter skiing destination of Park City, Utah. Their American Prairie bourbon is named after a group that’s working to create the largest wildlife preserve in the lower 48 states.
A blend of bourbons that are at least 2 years old, American Prairie is aromatic, a little earthy and woody, with sweet vanilla. Easy to sip on its own, its flavors are especially agreeable for mixing in a craft cocktail.
Speaking of cocktails, High West also makes a barrel-aged Manhattan and an Old-Fashioned, mixed and ready to serve; just add ice and a garnish.
A brand that gives back, High West has teamed up with eco-minded outdoor gear and apparel company Coalatree to create the Kachula Adventure Blanket, made from 100% recycled materials. $30 of each purchase is donated to conservation efforts of the American Prairie Reserve.
High West Bulette
- 1½ ounces High West American Prairie bourbon
- ¼ ounce Amaro Santa Maria
- ½ ounce fresh beet juice
- ½ ounce fresh lemon juice
- ½ ounce pink peppercorn syrup
- ¼ ounce fresh ginger juice
- 4 basil leaves
- Basil leaf garnish
Muddle 3 basil leaves in a cocktail shaker. Add all ingredients to the cocktail shaker with ice and shake until chilled. Double strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a basil leaf.