Gambler, buffalo hunter, army scout, gunfighter andnewspaperman, William Bat Masterson did it all and did it well. And what better way to honor such a rarefied man than with a truly exceptional whisky. Crafted by artisans, distilled in a pot still and aged in white-oak casks for just over 10 years, its the kind of drink that Bat wouldve surely raved about.

Masterson’s is all rye and only rye, meeting the strictest definition of traditional rye whiskey. The rye is grown in the verdant Pacific Northwest andexhibits the perfect combination of weight, plumpness,richnesswith an earthy aroma. These keycharacteristics, along with ameticulous distillation process, give Masterson’s its uniquely smooth taste.

Ultimate Beverage Challenge 90 points:”The nose is full of cedar, baked cherries and orange blossom. Bold and honeyed once in the mouth with a touch of oatmeal, as well. A slightly fruity finish with a hint of smoke” (March/2013).

45% ABV/90 Proof