Sam Houston Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Sam Houston Bourbon is back after nearly five years—and it returns the way fans remember it: classic Kentucky character, confident proof, and a pinpoint blend crafted for New York. Distilled and aged in Kentucky, this limited NY-1 release blends three hand-selected barrels for a focused, small-batch profile that showcases depth without losing balance..

Made from a high-rye mash bill of 74% corn, 18% rye, and 8% malted barley, the whiskey is aged 6-8 years (no age statement on the label) and bottled at 108 proof for richer texture and lifted aromas. Expect a full-bodied Kentucky Straight Bourbon that leans into oak structure, rye-driven spice, and warm sweetness—ideal neat, with a splash, or in an elevated Old Fashioned.

Production & Details

• Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Mash Bill: 74% corn • 18% rye • 8% malted barley
• Aging: 6–8 years (NAS on bottle)
• Proof: 108 (54% ABV)
• Batch: Limited 3-barrel blend
• Label Note: NY-1 on bottle

Nose: Rich and inviting, with deep notes of toasted oak, dark cherry, and vanilla bean, layered with a hint of leather and tobacco.

Palate: Full-bodied and complex. The 108 proof delivers a powerful delivery of spicy rye, burnt caramel, and dried fruit, balanced by a mature, seasoned wood character.

Finish: Long, warming, and robust, leaving a satisfying trail of baking spices, molasses, and charred oak.

This bourbon fits naturally beside slow, savory cooking.
Serve it with roasted pork loin and apple compote or bourbon-glazed chicken thighs; the caramel, corn, and dried-fruit notes slide straight into the pan juices.

Grilled ribeye with herb butter works beautifully.
Char, fat, and salt pick up the mocha, brown sugar, and oak while the 98-proof warmth cuts through each bite cleanly.

For a simpler spread, build a board with aged cheddar, Gouda, toasted pecans, and dried cherries.
Those nuts, salt, and fruits mirror the molasses, spice, and dried-fruit character in the glass.

Dessert can stay classic and comforting.
Think bread pudding with caramel sauce, pecan pie, or orange-spiced pound cake, each echoing the bourbon’s brown sugar, citrus peel, and toasty oak.