Where the Spirit Meets the Wood
There’s a lot that goes into making great whiskey, but one of the most important ingredients isn’t grain or yeast at all. It’s the barrel.
Great whiskey is born in the grain but raised in the wood. To get those deep notes of caramel and spice just right, we entrust our Harvest Select and Straight Bourbon to the precision of a #3 Char American Oak barrel from Kelvin Cooperage.
So what does that mean and why does it matter?
That charred layer works hard during aging. It naturally filters the spirit and helps mellow rough edges, while the toasted oak beneath releases flavors like vanilla, caramel, baking spice, and a hint of smoke. As Montana’s seasons shift, the whiskey expands into and contracts out of the wood, pulling those flavors into every drop
Kelvin Cooperage is known for consistency and craftsmanship, which is important to us. Their attention to wood selection, seasoning, and charring gives us confidence that each barrel will age beautifully while still allowing each batch to develop its own personality.
You can taste the impact of these barrels in both of these whiskeys. Our Harvest Select Whiskey showcases approachability and balance, with soft sweetness and layered oak influence that makes it easy to sip or share. Our Straight Bourbon, aged in the same #3 Char barrels, leans into deeper caramel, vanilla, and spice while still letting the grain and fermentation shine. 
Because these two spirits are shaped by the same barrels yet express themselves differently, we’ve bundled them together in a new offering now available in our online shop. Our Whiskey Bundle brings the Harvest Select and Straight Bourbon side by side and is a great way to explore how barrel, recipe, and time work together.
Every barrel tells a story, but starting with the right one makes all the difference. From the Kelvin Cooperage barrels to the final pour in your glass, these barrels quietly shape the whiskeys we're proud to share with you.
Cheers,
Gabe
