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

1. What is the proof and ABV?
   92 proof (46% ABV).

2. Where is it made?
   Distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, blended and bottled by Hotaling & Co.

3. What’s the mash bill?
   94% from 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% barley; 6% from 60% corn, 36% rye, 4% barley.

4. Is this a single barrel?
   No—this is a small batch blend of fewer than 100 barrels.

5. Is it limited edition?
   No—it’s a core product in the Hirsch lineup.

6. Can it be used in cocktails?
   Absolutely—its rye spice works well in whiskey-forward drinks.