The 12 Year American Single Malt Whiskey was maturing and awaiting the “monumental day” when the federal government would issue standards to define American Single Malts. That day will take place on January 19th when American Single Malt becomes the first new whiskey category to be recognized in over 50 years.
Fast Facts about Founder’s Release:
- Style: American Single Malt Whiskey
- Mashbill: 100% Malted Barley
- Proof: 120
- Age: 12 Years
- Tasting Notes (from Stranahan’s):
- Nose: Milk chocolate, flat cherry cola, nutmeg
- Finish: Nutella, bubbly cream soda, clove spice
- Price: $199.99
- Availability: Limited; available for order soon through Stranahan’s website, with deliveries expected later this winter.
More Details on Founder’s Release:
Stranahan’s has unveiled its Founder’s Release, a limited-edition American single malt whiskey that is 12 years old and bottled at 120 proof—the highest proof ever released by the brand nationally. This special release commemorates the January 19th milestone when American Single Malt officially becomes a recognized whiskey category.
“They said we were crazy, and maybe we were, but we were believers in American single malt from the start. It was time to wake people up to what American whiskey could be. And now, to see American single malt get the recognition and attention it deserves, all I can say is, it’s a very proud day,” said Founder Jess Graber.
The Founder’s Release was aged in new, charred American oak barrels before finishing in barrels that previously held bourbon and blonde ale.
“Twenty years ago, Stranahan’s began trailblazing the American single malt category, focusing on perfecting one recipe made with 100% malted barley, Rocky Mountain spring water, and time in American White Oak barrels—all crafted one mile high in Denver, Colorado,” said Justin Aden, Head Blender at Stranahan’s. “We’ve long carried a torch for American single malt, and we couldn’t be prouder to see it recognized as an official category. Founder’s Release 12 Year Old is a celebration of this milestone, our two decades of craftsmanship, and everyone—especially our loyal Stranafans—who have bottled their passion and stayed the course alongside us.”
To celebrate this release, Stranahan’s will host a multi-day Designation Day event in Denver and Aspen, featuring rare whiskeys from the brand’s vault. As part of the celebration, fans can sample Stranahan’s ultra-rare expressions throughout the month of January. Founder’s Release will available for order soon through Stranahan’s website, with deliveries expected later this winter.
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