{"title":"Sunset Distilling Co.","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"sunset-distilling-co-bourbon-whiskey-100-proof","title":"Sunset Distilling Co. Bourbon Whiskey 100 Proof","description":"The last light of day catches in the amber depths of Sunset Distilling Co. Bourbon Whiskey, a 100-proof bourbon that captures the essence of twilight settling over West Virginia's Appalachian ridges. Hand-finished and bottled in Yellow Spring, this full-bodied whiskey embodies the transition from day to night, offering rich complexity in every pour.\n\nFrom the mountain hollows of West Virginia comes a distillery born from the spirit of Appalachian tradition. Established in 2023, Sunset Distilling Co. draws inspiration from the ancient rhythms of the mountains, where mist rises from valleys and the last embers of sunlight linger on weathered peaks. Though distilled in North Carolina and bottled in the Mountain State, this bourbon carries the soul of both regions in its amber depths.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mountain honey, charred oak, vanilla cream, dried tobacco leaf, autumn spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel and toffee, toasted walnut, dark cherry, black pepper, leather-bound books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, with lingering warmth of cinnamon bark, smoldering oak, and the gentle fade of mountain twilight\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\u003eBourbon 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\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo Age Statement (NAS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunset Distilling Co.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWest Virginia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled By\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunset Distilling Co., Yellow Spring, WV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDSP\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSP-WV-21034\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\u003eEvening contemplation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sipping neat as daylight fades into dusk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMountain cabin retreats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warming the soul by a crackling fire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey newcomers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering Appalachian bourbon character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasting autumn evenings and winter gatherings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Sunset Distilling Co. Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon offers a rich, full-bodied profile with notes of mountain honey, caramel, and charred oak on the nose, followed by flavors of toffee, dark cherry, and warm spices on the palate. The finish is long and warming, with cinnamon and smoldering oak that evokes the peaceful transition from day to night in the Appalachian Mountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Sunset Distilling Co. Bourbon good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 100 proof, this bourbon has the strength and character to shine in classic cocktails like Old Fashioned or Manhattan, though its complex flavor profile makes it equally enjoyable neat or with a splash of water. The higher proof ensures it won't get lost when mixed with other ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Sunset Distilling Co. Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon is crafted to be savored neat or with a few drops of water to open up its mountain-inspired flavors. Serve it in a rocks glass at room temperature to fully appreciate its rich, twilight-like character. For those who prefer it chilled, a single large ice cube will slowly mellow the 100-proof intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Sunset Distilling Co. unique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 2023 in West Virginia's Appalachian Mountains, Sunset Distilling Co. captures the essence of mountain twilight in their bourbon. Hand-finished and bottled in Yellow Spring, WV, this whiskey represents a new generation of Appalachian distilling, combining traditional methods with the mystique of mountain heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this bourbon worth trying for whiskey enthusiasts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor bourbon lovers seeking something different from Kentucky's mainstream offerings, this Appalachian-inspired whiskey offers a unique perspective on American whiskey. The 100-proof strength and mountain provenance provide character that stands apart from typical shelf bourbon, making it an interesting addition to any whiskey collection.\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":"Sunset Distilling Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43328788037706,"sku":"SDCBW100P","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_d8e230bd-8ccc-461a-a057-a41d9d7a6752.jpg?v=1771610259"},{"product_id":"sunset-distilling-co-rye-whiskey-100-proof-west-virginia","title":"Sunset Distilling Co. Rye Whiskey 100 Proof West Virginia","description":"\u003cp\u003eSunset Distilling Co. Rye Whiskey is a 100-proof American rye whiskey that captures the essence of Appalachian craftsmanship with bright rye spice, rounded warmth, and a lingering finish that echoes the final glow of mountain sunsets. Hand-finished and bottled in Yellow Spring, West Virginia, this bold yet balanced expression showcases the rugged beauty of the region's distilling tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the rolling hills of West Virginia in 2023, Sunset Distilling Co. represents a new chapter in Appalachian whiskey making. Operating under DSP-WV-21034, this mountain distillery embraces the time-honored tradition of hand-finishing each bottle, ensuring that every drop reflects the care and attention that defines small-batch American whiskey. The spirit itself is distilled in North Carolina before making its journey to the mountain ridgelines where it's carefully finished and bottled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright rye spice, mountain honey, charred oak, vanilla bean, dried orange peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold rye grain, cinnamon bark, caramel warmth, peppery spice, toasted grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and lingering with rye spice, oak tannins, warm honey\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\u003eAmerican Rye 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\u003e750ml\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\u003eSunset Distilling Co.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow Spring, West Virginia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDSP Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSP-WV-21034\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEstablished\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2023\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\u003eMountain cabin evenings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sipping neat by the fire as the sun sets behind the ridgeline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic cocktails:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bold 100-proof backbone shines in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering the emerging craft distilling scene of West Virginia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toasting autumn gatherings with friends and family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Sunset Distilling Co. Rye Whiskey taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rye whiskey delivers bright, assertive rye spice balanced by rounded warmth and sweetness. The palate showcases bold rye grain character with cinnamon, caramel, and peppery spice, finishing with a long, lingering warmth that exemplifies well-crafted American rye whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this rye whiskey good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely—the 100-proof strength and bold rye spice profile make this an excellent cocktail base. It holds up beautifully in classic preparations like Old Fashioneds and Manhattans, where the rye's peppery character can shine through while the higher proof ensures the whiskey doesn't get lost among other ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Sunset Distilling Co. Rye Whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rye whiskey is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open up its mountain character. The 100-proof strength means a few drops of water can help reveal additional flavors while maintaining the spirit's bold backbone. It also excels in classic whiskey cocktails where rye's spicy character is prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this West Virginia rye whiskey special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rye whiskey represents the emerging craft distilling movement in West Virginia's Appalachian Mountains. Hand-finished and bottled at elevation, it captures the terroir of the region while showcasing traditional American rye whiskey character. The combination of mountain craftsmanship and bold 100-proof strength creates a distinctive expression of Appalachian whiskey making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Sunset Distilling Co. Rye Whiskey similar to other American ryes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rye whiskey shares DNA with classic American rye expressions but brings its own Appalachian character to the category. 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