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Storm King Distilling Co.
Overview of the Distillery
Storm King Distilling Co. is located in Montrose in the Uncompahgre Valley and is a family-owned distillery that makes small-batch and single-barrel spirits. The place combines local sourcing with a tasting room and a patio, where guests can sample products, learn about the processes, and book tours.
History
Family-founded distillery with local roots
Storm King Distilling Co. originates from a family narrative and a shared passion for craft spirits. The name and inspiration come from the Storm King region and the Uncompahgre Valley, and the company repeatedly highlights its commitment to the local community's agricultural traditions. The history is documented in ongoing news updates, where the distillery announces single-barrel bottlings, annual releases, and new product expansions.
Early and ongoing small-batch releases
Since its establishment, the distillery has released single-barrel and bottled-in-bond bourbons, as well as other small-batch releases. News posts mention specific casks such as Barrel #19-018 (nearly six years) and Barrel #20-020 (over four years), and these ongoing, numbered releases form a central part of the company's communications.
Annual and seasonal releases
Agave Especial is a recurring annual project, bottled at 100 proof and described in news posts as four years or older and aged in ex-whiskey barrels. Colorado Straight Wheat Whiskey and an American Single Malt are also mentioned in news posts as part of the distillery's product lineup.
Raw materials and production
Production focuses on regional ingredients and small runs. News posts indicate the use of corn, red wheat, and rye in bourbon releases, wheat in their Colorado Straight Wheat Whiskey, and agave for Agave Especial. Several releases are produced as single barrel or bottled-in-bond. The distillery staff actively participates in the guest experience through the tasting room, where they explain processes and present the products, often as part of cocktail service and events.
Maturation and barrel types
Maturation includes the use of ex-whiskey barrels and single-barrel aging for select bottlings. Agave Especial is specifically noted as aged in ex-whiskey barrels for at least four years, and some bourbon barrels are noted as nearly six years old in certain releases. Combined with single-barrel releases, these practices form the core of the distillery's approach to maturation.
Whiskeys
The range spans from single barrel, bottled-in-bond bourbons to an American Single Malt, Colorado Straight Wheat Whiskey, and an annual Agave Especial. Many releases are small-batch or single-barrel; some are recurring annual releases, and the product lineup includes several grain varieties as well as agave distillate in separate projects.
| Whiskey | Type / Series | Age | Cask and Style | Flavor Profile | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottled in Bond, Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey | Bourbon | Traditional whiskey casks (type not specified) | Single barrel, bottled-in-bond bourbon releases are frequent in the distillery's news posts. An example notes a 4-grain mashbill for Barrel #20-020 (60% corn, 30% red wheat, 10% rye) and earlier Barrel #19-018 described as nearly 6 years. | Limited; Limited / single-barrel releases | |
| Agave Especial | Agave distillate | 4 years | Ex-whiskey barrels | Agave Especial is an annual release bottled at 100 proof and described as aged in ex-whiskey barrels for at least four years. The release is marketed as free of added colors and 'natural flavors' and sold in limited quantities. | Limited; Annual, limited release |
| American Single Malt | Single Malt | An American Single Malt is mentioned as part of the distillery's product program in news posts and announcements. | Current; Core range | ||
| Colorado Straight Wheat Whiskey | Wheat Whiskey | Colorado Straight Wheat Whiskey is mentioned in news posts as a recurring or recently released item and represents the distillery's wheat-based whiskey work. | Current; Core range; Current / ongoing releases |
Visit the Distillery
The public can visit the tasting room six days a week; opening hours cover weekdays and Saturday. Tastings, cocktails, and tours are part of the experience, and tours are offered by appointment. Visits should be planned via a phone call or email to secure a place for tours and special events.
The stated hours are Mon: 9AM-6PM, Tue: 9AM-6PM, Wed: 9AM-6PM, Thu: 9AM-6PM, Fri: 9AM-6PM, Sat: 10AM-6PM, Sun: Closed.
Philosophy and Craft
The distillery's philosophy is built on family, local engagement, and respect for the area's agricultural traditions. It prioritizes local sourcing, transparency in production choices, and a focus on storytelling/education through the tasting room and tours.