Old Elk Port Cask Finish Bourbon Whiskey
Old Elk Port Cask Finish Bourbon Whiskey takes the Fort Collins high-malt bourbon and rests it 10–12 months in 59-gallon Portuguese oak port casks — 750mL at 108.1 proof (54.05% ABV), and you can order it online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 54.05% (108.1 proof)
- Size: 750mL — limited national release
- Age: Minimum 5 years in new American oak + 10–12 months in Portuguese oak port casks
- Mash bill: 51% corn, 34% malted barley, 15% rye
- Origin: Fort Collins, Colorado — Master Distiller Greg Metze
- Awards: Whisky Advocate Top 20 Most Exciting Whiskies of 2023 — 94 points; Beverage Tasting Institute 92 points, Gold Medal ("Exceptional," 2021)
The Port-Finished Showpiece
This is the expression that put Old Elk's Cask Finish Series on the map: the Whisky Advocate named it one of 2023's 20 most exciting whiskies at 94 points. The Portuguese port casks bring deep, ripe fruit — red berries, honey, orchard apples — over the high-malt base, with a whisper of smoke on the finish. It's the bottle that converts the "bourbon people don't drink port finishes" crowd. Shop the bourbon whiskey collection, or see everything from Old Elk.
Tasting Notes
Official notes: honey, orchid, apples, and oak, with smoke on the finish. The Whisky Advocate found apple and red-berry sweetness with "a lovely hit of spice" on a long, full-bodied finish; reviewers note rye spice, stove-warmed sugar, and subtle port character on the palate.
How to Enjoy
Neat first — that's how the port-cask character shows best. A few drops of water or a small ice cube make it approachable without losing the fruit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the proof of Old Elk Port Cask Finish Bourbon?
108.1 proof (54.05% ABV), bottled at 750mL.
How long is it aged?
A minimum of five years in new American oak, then 10 months to a year in 59-gallon Portuguese oak port casks.
What awards has it won?
Whisky Advocate Top 20 Most Exciting Whiskies of 2023 (94 points) and a Gold Medal from the Beverage Tasting Institute (92 points, 2021).
Is it a limited release?
Yes — a 750mL limited national release from the Old Elk Cask Finish Series.
When a 94-point port finish calls — grab Old Elk Port Cask Finish Bourbon online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.