The Breckenridge Distillery Story
The Breckenridge Distillery is the “World’s Highest Distillery”. Founded in 2008, we are most widely known for our blended bourbon whiskey, a high-rye mash American-style whiskey. Our Breckenridge Bourbon is one of the most highly awarded craft bourbons in the US.
The Breckenridge Distillery is proudly a 3x Icons of Whisky and 10x winner of Best American Blended winner at the World Whiskies Awards by Whisky Magazine and a 4x winner of Colorado Distillery of the Year by the New York International Spirits Competition. Most recently, Breckenridge Port Cask Finish was named World’s Best Finished Bourbon at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards, joining Breckenridge High Proof, named World’s Best Blended Whiskey ’23 and Breckenridge Gin, named World’s Best Compound Gin at the ’21 World Gin Awards by Gin Magazine. Breckenridge spirits have been awarded 6 Double Golds at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Since coming online in 2008 and releasing its first vodka and bourbon three years later, Breckenridge Distillery has quickly become an award-winning producer of fine spirits, being designated one of the top three bourbons in the U.S. How it all came to be, however, stems from a mix of just the right ingredients, a hint of luck and a deep love for quality whiskey.
“Philosophically for me, quality is the only thing that matters,” says Nolt. “If you want to have quality in whiskey, there’s so much heritage that you just can’t ignore.”
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May Food + Booze Special at the Breckenridge Distillery
Things are slowing down in Breckenridge and we’re inviting you out to the Distillery for food and booze specials. Get complimentary tastings of some of our most sought-after spirits. In addition, we recently updated our BDR menu with dishes created by world-renowned, Chef David Burke. This May, enjoy a 3-course dinner or bites from our tasting menu featuring 7 small dishes from Chef Burke. Our 7-course prix-fixe tasting menu will be released every Friday. No reservations are needed. Our full menu is available for dinner as well. Call for a
6 Quirky Things to See (and taste) at the Breckenridge Distillery
Now in its 10th year of operations, the Breckenridge Distillery has undergone a ton of growth. In the last 2 years alone, expanding the north end of the facility to include a restaurant (BDR), barrel room and new retail and tasting room, and most recently, expanding our production facility. The expansion gave us a ton of room to add a few special touches. When you are taking a stroll through the Breckenridge Distillery, keep your eyes peeled for some quirky art, familiar cocktail names and a portrait of Ron Burgundy.
7 Bachelor and Bachelorette Ideas at the Breckenridge Distillery
With so much to do in Breckenridge for a bachelor or bachelorette party, there is no doubt that you are going to have a great time. The Breckenridge Distillery is the World’s highest distillery and the top distillery in Colorado, so adding a stop here should be part of your itinerary. To top it off, we offer a free shuttle for pick up and drop off within Breckenridge city limits, so no excuses to throw back a few cocktails. Here it is, 7 activities perfect for your bachelor or bachelorette
How to make a barrel-aged cocktail + 3 barrel-aged cocktail recipes
Barrel aging can be a fun way to really elevate your cocktail creation. And as it turns out, it is not that hard and takes some serious patients. Barrel aging gives your cocktails a mellow flavor such as wood, often vanilla and the slight oxidation creates a subtle nuttiness. Check out some tips on barrel aging and avoid some of the common mistakes. Once you are ready, we’ve provided you with 3 recipes. Enjoy. How to barrel age- Purchase a barrel. Grab a sinature Breckenridge Mini Barrel, 2-liters in size
Do chocolate and spirits really go together? We think so.
Everyone knows wine and chocolate go together like peas and carrots. We’ll let you in on a little secret, though: spirits pair equally well (if not better!) with chocolate. We’ve put in the lab hours to know it. Never one to shy away from new frontiers, we at the Breckenridge Distillery have created six unique pairings sure to dazzle your taste buds. Treat yourself and your beloved to the ultimate indulgent experience in our Dark Arts Lounge. Enjoy sipping on our award-winning spirits, each masterfully paired with artisan milk, dark, and
Breckenridge Distillery wins the Icons of Whisky award for Brand Innovator of the Year
On Feb. 26, 2018, the Breckenridge Distillery was awarded the prestigious Icons of Whisky award for Brand Innovator of the Year by Whisky Magazine in New York City. From the distillers themselves, still makers and coopers, to warehouse staff and visitor center managers – a great deal of craftsmanship, skill and knowledge are imparted at each stage of the process. This is Whisky Magazine’s chance to thank the individuals and producers for their dedication to each innovative release, unique visitor experience or expert retail service that they work tirelessly to
Cocktail Recipes from Top Bartenders Across the Nation
Punch was the grandaddy of all cocktails, meant for sharing amongst friends and enhancing social engagements. Punch Kings, a competition dedicated to preserving the “The Original Bottle Service,” returns in 2018. Barkeeps are challenged to create 1 bowl of punch in 30 minutes featuring 1 whole bottle of Breckenridge Bourbon. Throughout this national tour, we will be sharing the winning cocktails and recipes. Make them at home at your next party. MIAMI | ADRIAN CORONA OF HABITAT | ANCESTROS Ingredients- Breckenridge Bourbon Damiana Liqueur (floral liqueur, aphrodisiac, north of Mexico) Tepache (Mexican
Cake N’ Knife: Cranberry Boulevardier
The holiday may be over, but we can’t get enough of the delicious cocktail from Cake N’ Knife crafted using our Breckenridge Bourbon. Usually it’s served up with a rye whiskey but Meghan from Cake N’ Knife found that Breckenridge Bourbon was exactly what this classic cocktail needed. “The bourbon is smooth with just a little bit of a bite, making it just the right accompaniment for the boulevardier,” say Meghan. “The flavor they impart into their bourbon (and other spirits, now that I mention it) is unreal. It’s so
Weston’s Tiny Town Takeover: Freedom of the Forest
We’re are constantly surrounded with backcountry enthusiasts and outdoor adventures. We live and thrive in the trees and mountains of our National Forests. We’ve teamed up with Weston Snowboards to help raise money and awareness for the National Forest Foundation. Together with Weston, we will be cruising the country to some for the best ski resorts, Tiny House in tow, to encourage the snow community to cherish, conserve and play in their National Forests. On Dec. 29, we hosted Whiskey + Wax at the Breckenridge Distillery. Get a closer look at the event below. See
