Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey Recipe
A rich, complex whiskey with a hint of honey.
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Ingredients
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Whiskey Base
Aging
Method
Whiskey Preparation
- 1
Mashing
In a large mash tun, combine the barley, corn, and rye. Add hot water to the grains, ensuring the temperature is around 150°F (65°C). Stir well and let it rest for 60 minutes to allow the sugars to dissolve.
- 2
Cooling and Fermentation
After mashing, cool the mixture down to about 70°F (21°C) and transfer it to a fermentation vessel. Sprinkle the yeast over the surface and add the honey. Stir gently to combine. Seal the vessel and allow it to ferment for about 5 to 7 days.
Distillation
- 3
First Distillation
Once fermentation is complete, transfer the liquid to a still for the first distillation. Heat it slowly until the alcohol vapors rise. Collect the distillate until you reach about 70% alcohol by volume.
- 4
Second Distillation
Re-distill the collected distillate to increase purity and flavor. Collect the hearts cut, which typically occurs between 60% to 70% alcohol by volume.
Aging Process
- 5
Barrel Aging
Transfer the distilled whiskey into charred oak barrels. Seal and store in a cool, dark place for at least 2 years to develop complex flavors.
- 6