Smoke Wagon Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey
Smoke Wagon Small Batch — 100-Proof High-Rye Bourbon
Smoke Wagon Small Batch Bourbon is a high-rye straight bourbon bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) — a 750mL non-chill filtered blend of bourbons aged 4 to 5 years, from Nevada H&C Distilling Co. in Las Vegas.
Nevada H&C was the first distillery to open in Las Vegas — the city council had to create a license for it. Their bourbon starts with a high-rye Indiana mash bill (60% corn, 36% rye, 4% malted barley) and ages in the Nevada desert, where big temperature swings push the whiskey in and out of the #4 charred oak. Young barrels bring bold rye spice; older vintages bring creamy sweetness. Blended in small batches, it lands right between the two: bold, sweet, and unmistakably Smoke Wagon.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Brown sugar, dried apricot, and cinnamon, with caramel apple and vanilla.
- Palate: Creamy and full — caramel and vanilla sweetness first, then white pepper, cinnamon, and rye spice.
- Finish: Smooth and lingering, with oak, leather, and fading rye warmth.
Key Highlights
- ✔ 100 proof (50% ABV), non-chill filtered
- ✔ High-rye mash bill: 60% corn, 36% rye, 4% malted barley
- ✔ Aged 4 to 5 years in the Nevada desert
- ✔ From Nevada H&C Distilling Co., Las Vegas — Nevada's first distillery
- ✔ A small-batch blend of young spicy and older smooth barrels
How to Enjoy
Sip neat to catch the full rye-spice-to-caramel arc, or pour it over a large cube. It makes a bold, spicy Old Fashioned that stands up to bitters and orange.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where is Smoke Wagon Bourbon made?
It is produced by Nevada H&C Distilling Co. in Las Vegas, Nevada — the first distillery ever opened in the city — and aged in the Nevada desert.
What proof is Smoke Wagon Small Batch?
It is bottled at 100 proof, or 50% ABV.
How old is Smoke Wagon Small Batch?
It carries no age statement; the blend combines bourbons aged 4 to 5 years.
What is the mash bill?
A high-rye recipe of 60% corn, 36% rye, and 4% malted barley.
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