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Spirit Hound

Colorado Honey

Factory Tour, tastings:

4196 Ute Hwy, Longmont, Colorado, USA

Buy online directly from the producer:

www.spirithounds.com/order-spirits

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London Spirits Competition - Gold

2024

Spirit Hound Honey Aged Straight Malt Whisky is a unique and innovative offering from Spirit Hound Distillers, crafted with exceptional care in Lyons, Colorado. This distinctive whisky begins with Spirit Hound's renowned Straight Malt Whisky, made from 100% Colorado malted barley and distilled in hand-built copper pot stills to ensure precision and richness of flavor.


What sets this whisky apart is its aging process, where the spirit is matured in American oak barrels that have been previously used to store Colorado wildflower honey. The result is a smooth, complex whisky with a subtle sweetness and delicate floral notes imparted by the honey.


On the nose, it presents aromas of caramel, toasted oak, and a gentle hint of honeycomb. The palate is rich and well-rounded, offering layers of malted grain, vanilla, and warm spices, balanced beautifully with the soft sweetness of honey and a touch of floral elegance.  Read more

The finish is long and smooth, leaving a lingering warmth with subtle notes of honey and oak. This whisky is perfect for sipping neat or over a single cube of ice to appreciate its full depth of flavor. It also makes a unique and premium base for whisky-forward cocktails.


About Spirit Hound

Spirit Hound Distillers is a renowned craft distillery located in Lyons, Colorado, USA, celebrated for its dedication to producing high-quality, small-batch spirits. Founded in 2011, Spirit Hound combines passion, tradition, and innovation, crafting spirits that highlight local ingredients and meticulous attention to detail.


The distillery is best known for its straight malt whisky, which is crafted using traditional methods, including on-site fermentation, distillation in hand-built copper pot stills, and aging in American oak barrels to develop rich and complex flavors.


Spirit Hound also produces a range of other premium spirits, including gin, vodka, rum, and liqueurs, each made with the same commitment to excellence. Their award-winning Gin stands out for its unique botanical blend, featuring local juniper berries harvested in Colorado, providing a true sense of place in every bottle.  Read more

Spirit Hound takes pride in its grain-to-glass philosophy, sourcing grains locally whenever possible and overseeing every step of production to ensure consistent quality and authenticity. Visitors to the distillery can experience this craftsmanship firsthand through tours, tastings, and a welcoming atmosphere that reflects the company’s love for the craft and community.


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