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Though distilled in Indiana using time-honored methods, this bourbon finds its soul in the careful barrel selection process, where each cask is chosen for its unique contribution to the final blend that bears the Ole Bison name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel sweetness, vanilla oak, prairie honey, warm baking spices, hint of leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich corn sweetness, charred oak, cinnamon spice, toasted grain, brown butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with warming spice, oak tannins, lingering vanilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.0% (100 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ML\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (No Age Statement)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOle Bison Inc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaramie, Wyoming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBatch Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFireside Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 100-proof warmth pairs beautifully with a crackling fire and contemplative evenings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Gatherings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Share this Wyoming spirit at ranch dinners and rustic celebrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Appreciation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Experience the full barrel-select character without dilution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Limited batch No. 0001 makes this a unique addition to any whiskey collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Ole Bison Barrel Select taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOle Bison Barrel Select delivers bold bourbon flavors with rich caramel and vanilla notes from careful oak barrel selection, balanced by warm baking spices and a hint of prairie honey. The 100-proof strength provides substantial warmth and body without overwhelming heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ole Bison good for cocktails or better neat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis barrel select bourbon shines best when sipped neat or with a splash of the same artesian spring water used in production. The 100-proof strength and carefully selected barrel character deserves full appreciation, though it can anchor robust cocktails like Old Fashioneds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Ole Bison Barrel Select?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe neat in a Glencairn glass or rocks glass at room temperature to fully appreciate the barrel selection. Add a few drops of water if desired to open up the aromatics, but avoid ice which can mute the carefully crafted flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this bourbon special compared to regular Ole Bison?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Barrel Select expression represents hand-picked casks chosen for their exceptional character, creating a more complex and robust flavor profile than standard releases. As batch No. 0001, it's also the inaugural barrel select offering from Ole Bison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ole Bison worth the price for a Wyoming bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOle Bison offers excellent value for a carefully selected barrel strength bourbon made with award-winning formula and natural artesian spring water. The combination of Western heritage, quality ingredients, and limited batch production provides authentic character that rivals much more expensive selections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ole Bison","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43354812842058,"sku":"OBBSSBW100P","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_dbc91aa5-96d0-4275-a10f-e6e9320141c4.jpg?v=1772473787"},{"product_id":"ole-bison-5-year-straight-bourbon-whiskey-red-edition","title":"Ole Bison 5 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey Red Edition","description":"Ole Bison 5 Year Straight Bourbon Whiskey Red Edition is an 86-proof American bourbon that brings the rugged spirit of Wyoming's high plains to your glass. This first-batch release combines traditional Indiana distillation with Wyoming's pioneering heritage, creating a whiskey that speaks to both craft and frontier tradition.\n\nThe morning mist rises from the Laramie Valley as Ole Bison Inc. continues a legacy of American whiskey-making rooted in the untamed West. This Red Edition represents their commitment to small-batch excellence, with each bottle individually numbered from this inaugural batch. The marriage of Indiana's distilling expertise with Wyoming's frontier spirit creates something uniquely American — a bourbon that captures both the precision of established craft and the bold independence of the mountain West.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm caramel, vanilla bean, honey wheat, toasted oak, subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich butterscotch, maple syrup, roasted grain, black pepper, dried fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with lingering oak, cinnamon spice, sweet corn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43.0% (86 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOle Bison Inc.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaramie, Wyoming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBatch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Edition, Batch No. 0001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFireside evenings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sip neat while watching the flames dance in the hearth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern heritage celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toast to frontier spirit and American craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's appreciation:\u003c\/strong\u003e First batch numbering makes this a memorable addition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic cocktails:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elevates Old Fashioneds and Manhattans with authentic bourbon character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Ole Bison 5 Year Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOle Bison 5 Year Bourbon delivers classic American bourbon flavors with warm caramel and vanilla leading the way, followed by maple sweetness and gentle spice. The five years of aging brings depth and complexity while maintaining approachability at 86 proof, making it perfect for both newcomers and seasoned bourbon drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ole Bison Red Edition good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this bourbon excels in classic cocktails like Old Fashioneds and Manhattans. Its 86-proof strength provides excellent flavor presence without overwhelming mixers, while the caramel and vanilla notes complement traditional cocktail ingredients beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Ole Bison Straight Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon shines when sipped neat or with a splash of pure water to open up the aromatics. The 86-proof strength makes it very approachable straight, though it also performs excellently on the rocks or in premium cocktails where you want the bourbon's character to come through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Ole Bison different from other bourbons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOle Bison represents Wyoming's entry into the bourbon world, combining traditional Indiana distillation with Rocky Mountain heritage. This Red Edition is particularly special as the inaugural batch, with each bottle individually numbered, making it both a quality bourbon and a piece of Western whiskey history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Ole Bison 5 Year worth the investment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors and bourbon enthusiasts, this first-batch Red Edition offers both drinking pleasure and historical significance. 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