Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey

Soft Wheat Whiskey that puts the wood center stage.

Roughstock Distillery in Bozeman, Montana, had their first copper still delivered in 2008. The first spirit dripped off the cooling coils a few months later. This made Roughstock the first distillery in Montana in more than one hundred years. They keep everything local — they say, “Grain to Glass” — and everything is done in-house. Over the years they have grown to five signature Whiskies that cover the gambit — from Pure Malt to Black Label Bourbon.

“Spring wheat” refers to softer, low-gluten wheats that are often used to make cake flour. They are smoother and ferment well, delivering a less grain-like punch to the palate and showcasing the aging and wood more. Roughstock Montana Spring Wheat Whiskey is made from this gentle grain before being aged in ex-Bourbon casks and then finished in well-toasted virgin French oak.

Smartass corner:
“Roughstock” is an old rodeo term referring to bare-back horse and bull riding. That means no saddle, just strong legs, and courage. "