Old Elk Infinity Blend Bourbon

A little background

Located in Fort Collins, Colorado, Old Elk Distillery was founded by legendary entrepreneur Curt Richardson. Joined by Greg Metze as the Master Distiller following a 38-year career at Seagram’s Distillery (MGP) in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, Old Elk has been making great strides in the American whiskey world. From running one of the world’s largest distilleries, Greg is specialized in developing bourbon whiskeys, rye whiskeys, exotic whiskeys, batch light whiskeys, gin, and vodka.

According to Old Elk Distillery, Infinity blend is a testament to legacy and supreme craftsmanship. Created by Master Distiller Greg Metze, Infinity Blend is the marriage of their signature Old Elk Straight Bourbon Whiskey high-malt mash bill (51% corn, 34% malted barley, 15% rye) with two classic and vintage Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskies. Specifically, it’s a blend of 60% 6 year Old Elk Bourbon, plus 24% 12 year, and 16% 11 year Bourbons from Kentucky. Old Elk Infinity Blend Bourbon is bottled at 114.9 Proof and has a suggested retail price of around $160 USD.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Dark Gold

Nose

Sweet caramel, pumpkin, butterscotch, artificial lemon, rhubarb pie, stone fruit, oak and vanilla.

Palate

Cinnamon, candied orange, cola, brown sugar, baking spice, and woody oak.

Finish

Coffee grounds, corn oyster fritters, baking spice, bitter chocolate, and lingering oak.

In closing

Old Elk Distillery has come out of the gate swinging with their first limited release Bourbon. Utilizing 60% of their own aged distillate, Greg Metze has masterfully blended Infinity Blend into a symphony of flavors that’ll have you begging for more. The palate on this Bourbon bursts to life with intense flavor and is followed by a long a rich finish. Although priced a bit on the high end, overall Old Elk Infinity Blend is a fantastic pour that’s sure to please.

NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of Old Elk Distillery. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.