Sam Houston Small Batch Reserve marks the long awaited return of Sam Houston Bourbon Whiskey, brought back by Western Spirits Beverage Company after roughly five years off the shelf. Distilled and aged in Bardstown, Kentucky, this Kentucky Straight Bourbon is built on a high rye mash bill of 74% corn, 18% rye, and 8% malted barley, matured in new American White Oak barrels with a #4 char and bottled at 108 proof, a deliberate nod to Sam Houston's age of 54 when he served in the U.S. Senate. Each batch is blended from a small, hand selected group of barrels, with state specific releases like NY-1A and CA-1A drawn from just three barrels apiece. Every bottle is individually numbered and clearly marked with its batch size, making this a collectible reintroduction of a storied brand honoring one of America's boldest historical figures.
ABV / Proof
| Brand |
Sam Houston |
| Producer |
Western Spirits Beverage Company, Bowling Green KY |
| Distilled & Aged |
Bardstown, Kentucky |
| Type |
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
| Mash Bill |
74% Corn, 18% Rye, 8% Malted Barley |
| Age |
6 to 8 Years (no official age statement) |
| Barrel |
New American White Oak, #4 Char |
| ABV |
54% |
| Proof |
108 |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
USA |
| Packaging |
Individually Numbered Bottle |
| Release |
Limited Small Batch, State Specific Allocations |
Tasting Notes
Color: Amber through the depth of the body, with golden highlights dancing around the perimeter.
Nose: Warm, traditional notes of oak, leather, and caramel up front, with rich dark fruit scents subtly lingering underneath.
Palate: Full bodied and layered, with toasted grains, oak, light vanilla, and a pronounced rye driven spice from the high rye mash bill.
Finish: Wood char and baking spices melt into a mild honey warmth, delivering a balanced medium length finish.
FAQ
Where is Sam Houston Small Batch Reserve made? The bourbon is distilled and aged in Bardstown, Kentucky, then bottled and released by Western Spirits Beverage Company in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Western Spirits is also behind Bird Dog Whiskey and Calumet Bourbons and Ryes.
Why is it bottled at 108 proof? 108 proof is a deliberate tribute to Sam Houston's age of 54 (54% ABV) when he was firmly established in the U.S. Senate. The choice ties the proof point directly to a key chapter of his historical legacy.
Are there different batches I should know about? Yes. Sam Houston releases state specific allocations like NY-1A and CA-1A, each blended from just three hand selected barrels. These micro batches are individually numbered, making them especially collectible. Reach out before ordering if you want to confirm which batch is currently in stock.
Where can I buy Sam Houston Small Batch Reserve online? Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
