Smoke Wagon Uncut The Younger is the barrel strength sibling of Nevada H&C Distilling Co.'s flagship Straight Bourbon, blended and bottled in Las Vegas by co founder Aaron Chepenik. Built on predominantly four to five year old bourbon drawn from MGP's celebrated high rye mash bill of 60% corn, 36% rye, and 4% malted barley, this release takes the same source spirit as the standard Smoke Wagon Straight and delivers it uncut and non chill filtered at cask strength. The result is a bolder, spicier, more viscous pour than the 92.5 proof flagship, with the signature high rye character turned up and the proof left exactly where the barrel put it. ABV varies batch to batch, with this batch landing at 57.25% ABV and 114.5 proof. A fan favorite daily drinker for those who want MGP high rye bourbon at full throttle.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery |
Nevada H&C Distilling Co., Las Vegas, NV |
| Source Distillery |
MGP Indiana (Lawrenceburg) |
| Blender |
Aaron Chepenik |
| Type |
Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Uncut, Non Chill Filtered, Cask Strength |
| Mash Bill |
60% Corn, 36% Rye, 4% Malted Barley (MGP high rye) |
| Age |
Predominantly 4 to 5 year old bourbon |
| ABV |
57.25% |
| Proof |
114.5 Proof |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Country |
United States |
| Region |
Nevada (sourced from Indiana) |
| Packaging |
Signature gold vine label, tall Smoke Wagon bottle |
Tasting Notes
Color: Light to medium amber with warm copper highlights.
Nose: Sharp cinnamon and baking spice lead, followed by untamed molasses, dark fruit, and a fruity licorice note that signals the high rye mash bill. Hazelnut, coffee, and soft oak fill out the background.
Palate: Full and viscous with a notable candy sweetness on the front of the tongue. Shortbread, black tea, and honey build through the mid palate before earthy rye forward notes of hay, mint, and clover take over. Plenty of heat, as the cask strength demands.
Finish: Long and warming with white pepper, rye spice, and lingering caramel. Cinnamon red hots and a final touch of dark fruit carry the finish out.
FAQ
What is Smoke Wagon Uncut The Younger?
Uncut The Younger is the cask strength version of Smoke Wagon's flagship Straight Bourbon. It uses the same MGP sourced high rye mash bill and similar age profile as the 92.5 proof Straight, but is bottled uncut and non chill filtered at full barrel proof. Each batch lands somewhere in the 114 to 117 proof range, with this one at 114.5.
How is Uncut The Younger different from Smoke Wagon Uncut Unfiltered?
Uncut Unfiltered is the cask strength version of the 100 proof Small Batch and blends older vintages for a richer, more mature profile. The Younger is the cask strength version of the entry level Straight Bourbon, leaning on predominantly four to five year old barrels for a brighter, hotter, spicier pour. The Younger is the everyday high proof option while Uncut Unfiltered is the premium big brother.
Who makes Smoke Wagon Bourbon?
Smoke Wagon is produced by Nevada H&C Distilling Co. in Las Vegas, founded by Aaron Chepenik. The company sources MGP Indiana high rye bourbon and blends it in house at their Las Vegas facility, batching no more than 20 barrels at a time.
Where can I buy Smoke Wagon Uncut The Younger online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
