Description
Hirsch The Horizon Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 46% ABV (92 Proof) | 750 mL
Process & Profile
Hirsch The Horizon is a high-rye, small-batch straight bourbon made from a blend of two distinct mash bills, both distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. The primary component (94%) is a traditional bourbon mash aged for nearly 5 years, while the secondary (6%) features a high-rye content aged over 6 years. Bottled at 92 proof, it showcases a bold yet balanced character, combining youthful spice with aged depth and subtle complexity.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Vanilla bean, warm cinnamon, fresh corn, and minty rye
Palate: Butterscotch and caramel upfront, evolving into citrus peel, cherry, black tea, and dry oak
Finish: Medium-long with warming rye spice, lingering oak, and a light citrus fade
What Makes It Special
- Blend of two aged straight bourbons with distinct rye content
- Bottled at 92 proof to balance flavor and drinkability
- Mash bill transparency and batch information listed on each bottle
- Produced by Hotaling & Co. under the revived Hirsch label
- Sourced from MGP—known for high-quality bourbon production
How to Enjoy
Enjoy neat or with a large ice cube to highlight its layers of spice and fruit. Also shines in classic bourbon cocktails like a Boulevardier or Old Fashioned.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the proof and ABV?
92 proof (46% ABV). - Where is it made?
Distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, blended and bottled by Hotaling & Co. - What’s the mash bill?
94% from 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% barley; 6% from 60% corn, 36% rye, 4% barley. - Is this a single barrel?
No—this is a small batch blend of fewer than 100 barrels. - Is it limited edition?
No—it’s a core product in the Hirsch lineup. - Can it be used in cocktails?
Absolutely—its rye spice works well in whiskey-forward drinks.
