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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Your Guide to Game Day Cocktails and Snacks From Breckenridge Distillery
It’s time for kickoff, Broncos Country! Gear up for game day with the Official Bourbon and Vodka of the Denver Broncos from Breckenridge Distillery with crafted cocktails that can be deliciously paired with your favorite game day snacks and bites. We asked Liquid Chef Billie Keithley – a longtime Broncos Fan – to mix up some cocktails that are sure to help you cheer even louder this season. Go Broncos! Don’t forget to post your favorite Game Day pictures to Instagram using #BroncosBourbon to be entered to win a gift
Breckenridge Distillery’s 10 Best Moments of 2024
As we bid farewell to 2024, it’s time to raise a glass and celebrate the remarkable journey of Breckenridge Distillery over the past year. From award-winning spirits to unforgettable events, we’ve had a year filled with milestones and memories. Join us as we take a look back at the 10 best moments of 2024, along with a few honorable mentions that made this year truly special. Breckenridge Distillery Wins World’s Best Finished Bourbon for Port Cask Finish at World Whiskies Awards Breckenridge Distillery is proud to announce Port Cask Finish Whiskey
Meet Breckenridge Distillery Executive Chef Xavier Tillman
We are proud to announce the advancement of sous chef Xavier Tillman into the Breckenridge Distillery Restaurant’s role of Executive Chef. The award-winning distillery is known for elevating high performers and talented individuals, something that Founder & CEO Bryan Nolt is proud to highlight throughout various departments within the company. We sat down with Xavier to learn more about who he is as a chef, and what inspires his culinary creations. Background Born in Kaiserlautern, Germany, to Dominican parents, Xavier Tillman’s culinary journey began in an unconventional way, “I watched
From Water to Wine: Breckenridge Distillery & Carboy Winery Collaborate on New Cask Finish Whiskey
FROM WATER TO WINE In the heart of Colorado, where rugged peaks meet sprawling vineyards, two friends and pioneers of craft have come together for a unique collaboration. Breckenridge Distillery’s award-winning high-rye bourbon mash, aged for three years in charred New American oak, takes its final grooming in Carboy Winery’s Cabernet Franc casks. This process elevates the rich bourbon with the nuanced complexities of Colorado’s finest wines, creating a harmonious and unforgettable experience for the palate. THE BEGINNING OF A BEAUTIFUL FRIENDSHIP The friendship between Carboy Winery and
4 Christmas Mocktails with Mock One Non-Alcoholic Spirits
The holiday season is a time for gathering, laughter, and indulgence—but not every celebration needs alcohol to feel festive. Whether you’re hosting a cozy family dinner, a sparkling holiday party, or simply curling up by the fire after a day in the snow, Christmas Mocktails from Breckenridge Distillery’s newest Mock One Non-Alcoholic Spirits line bring all the flavor and fun without the buzz. These drinks let you savor the season’s best flavors—cranberries, citrus, peppermint, and warm spices in creative, Instagram-worthy ways. From crisp and refreshing to creamy and decadent, these
5 Recipes For Cooking With Breckenridge Bourbon
Sipping your whiskey or enjoying a hand-crafted cocktail doesn’t have to be the only way to consume Breckenridge award-winning spirits. We’re giving you 5 other reasons to bust out the bottle of whiskey because as it turns out, whiskey goes well with food and IN your food too…so get cookin’! Maple Bourbon Bacon // Breckenridge Distillery Restaurant 8 strips of 1/2 inch thick bacon or as thick as you can get (Apple smoked) 2 oz Breckenridge Bourbon (Buy Now) 4 tbsp maple syrup 1/2 tsp orange zest 2 tsp
Elements, Ingredients, and Flavors in Breckenridge’s Distillation
Breckenridge Distillery is known for producing award-winning bourbons, whiskeys, gins, and vodkas, but how is a mash bill or added natural flavors for these spirits decided by the experts? We interviewed Breckenridge Distillery’s Head Distiller Hans Stafsholt about how even the tiniest of elements and ingredients can change these spirits; flavor profiles from production process, to sipping neat or in a cocktail crafted by Liquid Chef Billie Keithley. Down to the grain, every ingredient used in making a Breckenridge Spirit showcases itself in a carefully thought-out manner determined by
3 Breckenridge Distillery Spirits Named World’s Best – Whiskey and Gin
As one of the most highly awarded distilleries in the U.S., 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 won World’s Best Finished Bourbon in 2024, joining Breckenridge High Proof as World’s Best Blended Whiskey at the World Whiskies Awards 2023 and Breckenridge Gin, named 2021 World’s Best Compound
Your Guide To Cocktail Flights from Breckenridge Distillery
Impress your guests at your next gathering with show-stopping shareable cocktail displays from the mastermind behind Breckenridge Distillery’s bar program, the award-winning Liquid Chef Billie Keithley. These show-stoppers are available at Breckenridge Distillery Restaurant for the summer season, but Billie is opening up her recipe book to share these recipes with you to try at home! ISLAND TIME FLIGHT Made up of Classic Daiquiri, Hemmingway Daiquiri, Spiced Rum Daiquiri & Strawberry Daiquiri. Classic Daiquiri 2 oz Breckenridge White Rum (available at Breckenridge Distillery Bar Only) 1 oz fresh lime
