Pine Bluffs Cantina Liquors is a straight bourbon whiskey crafted with triticale grain, creating an exceptional balance of rye's bold pepper and wheat's creamy sweetness. Bottled at 100 proof from Pine Bluffs Distilling in Wyoming, this small-batch bourbon showcases the rare triticale grain — a hybrid of rye and wheat — delivering spicy complexity with silky smoothness in every sip.
From the wide-open plains of Pine Bluffs, Wyoming, this distillery embraces unconventional grain bills and traditional techniques. Never chill filtered and always sweet mashed, Cantina Liquors represents the innovative spirit of American craft distilling, where heritage meets experimentation under the vast Wyoming sky.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Warm baking spices, honeyed biscuits, black pepper, vanilla oak, dried orange peel
- Palate: Creamy wheat sweetness, rye spice, toasted grain, caramel, peppery warmth, biscuit notes
- Finish: Medium to long with lingering spice, sweet grain character, oak tannins
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 |
| Mash Bill | 60% Corn, 20% Triticale, 20% Malted Barley |
Perfect For
- Neat Sipping: Best enjoyed at room temperature to appreciate the triticale's unique character
- Whiskey Exploration: Perfect for those curious about innovative grain bills and craft distilling
- Evening Conversations: A conversation starter with its rare triticale story
- Cold Weather Comfort: The spicy-sweet balance provides warming comfort on chilly nights
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pine Bluffs Cantina Liquors taste like?
Pine Bluffs Cantina Liquors delivers a unique balance of rye spice and wheat creaminess thanks to triticale grain. You'll taste warm baking spices, honeyed biscuits, and peppery warmth with a creamy, sweet grain character that's both bold and smooth.
What makes triticale grain special in bourbon?
Triticale is a hybrid grain combining rye and wheat characteristics, creating bourbon with the best of both worlds. It provides rye's signature spice and complexity while offering wheat's creamy mouthfeel and biscuit-like sweetness, resulting in exceptional balance.
How should I drink Pine Bluffs Cantina Liquors?
This bourbon is best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to open up the triticale's complex flavors. At 100 proof, it has enough body for classic cocktails like Old Fashioned or Manhattan, but truly shines when sipped slowly to appreciate its unique grain character.
Is this bourbon good for beginners?
While bottled at 100 proof, the triticale grain provides a smoother, more balanced profile than traditional high-rye bourbons. The creamy wheat characteristics help soften the alcohol heat, making it approachable for those ready to explore higher-proof spirits.
What other bourbons are similar to Pine Bluffs Cantina Liquors?
For those who enjoy this triticale bourbon, consider wheated bourbons like Maker's Mark for the creamy sweetness, or high-rye bourbons for the spice element. However, triticale's unique combination makes this bourbon quite distinctive in the American whiskey landscape.
You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.