Tasting Notes
- Nose: Prairie grass honey, weathered oak, gun oil leather, charred corn sweetness, Wyoming sage
- Palate: Caramel backbone, black pepper heat, vanilla extract, toasted grain, mineral earth undertones
- Finish: Long, with lingering spice, oak tannins, and sweet corn echo
Product Details
| Spirit Type | Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
|---|---|
| ABV | 50.0% (100 Proof) |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Age Statement | NAS (No Age Statement) |
| Distillery | Pine Bluffs Distilling |
| Region | Pine Bluffs, Wyoming |
| Country | USA |
Perfect For
- Hunting Lodge Evenings: Perfect companion after long days in the field
- Range Day Celebrations: Toast precision shooting with precision bourbon
- Blue Collar Gatherings: Honest whiskey for hardworking friends
- Western Heritage Toasts: Honor frontier traditions with Wyoming spirit
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pine Bluffs Blue Collar Bourbon Extreme Elixir KRG taste like?
This Wyoming bourbon delivers bold, uncompromising flavors with prairie honey sweetness balanced by black pepper heat and weathered oak. The high plains terroir contributes mineral undertones and sage notes that distinguish it from Kentucky bourbons, while the 100-proof strength provides substantial warmth without overwhelming the palate.
Is Blue Collar Bourbon good for cocktails or better neat?
At 100 proof, this bourbon excels both neat and in cocktails. Drink it neat to appreciate the Wyoming terroir and craftsmanship, or use it in whiskey cocktails where you want the bourbon character to shine through mixers. The higher proof ensures it won't get lost in an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
How should I drink Pine Bluffs Blue Collar Bourbon?
Serve neat in a rocks glass to experience the full Wyoming character, or add a splash of water to open up the prairie honey and sage notes. For cocktails, it makes an excellent Old Fashioned or Boulevardier. Store at room temperature and let it breathe for a few minutes after pouring to fully develop the aromatics.
Is Pine Bluffs Blue Collar Bourbon worth the investment?
This Wyoming bourbon offers exceptional value for craft distillery quality at 100 proof. You're investing in genuine American craft distilling from the high plains, supporting small-batch production with distinctive regional character. For bourbon enthusiasts seeking something beyond traditional Kentucky expressions, it delivers unique Wyoming terroir.
What is similar to Blue Collar Bourbon Extreme Elixir KRG?
Fans of high-proof craft bourbons like New Riff Bottled-in-Bond or Wilderness Trail Cask Strength will appreciate this Wyoming expression. Unlike grain-forward bourbons, Blue Collar emphasizes oak and mineral complexity from high plains aging. It shares DNA with other Western bourbons but maintains distinctive Wyoming character through local terroir.
You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.