Garrison Brothers Cowboy Bourbon 2026

Product Description

Garrison Brothers Cowboy Bourbon: The Ultimate Ambrosia

Once a year, Garrison Brothers releases one of the most highly coveted bourbon whiskies in America: Cowboy Bourbon. Unlike the distillery's Small Batch, Cowboy comes from Dan and Donnis's favorite barrels, individually set aside for a couple of extra years of maturation before the liquid is bottled at true cask strength, uncut and unfiltered. It is, in the words of the distillery itself, the ultimate ambrosia.

It takes a special barrel to create a bourbon sweet enough to be enjoyed at such a high proof. Normally, potency overpowers flavor, but that's not the case with Cowboy. It's so sweet that the flavor overpowers its proof, and you can thank the Texas heat for that. Out in Hye, Texas, it's 100 degrees six months of the year, and even hotter inside the distillery's steel barns. It might seem crazy to buy high-quality barrels and put them through that kind of heat, but that's exactly how Garrison Brothers extracts maximum flavor from the American oak. As the bourbon matures, it cycles through the wood's pores and crevices, yielding a distinct color and bold flavor, everything rich and good about bourbon, without the heat.

As delicious as it sounds, Cowboy Bourbon demands respect. Barrel-proof bourbon isn't for everyone, and it should always be savored in moderation. For something strong enough to run a car engine, the finish is remarkably smooth. It's peppery, with a restrained current of warmth, surprising given the proof, but that restraint is exactly what makes it work as a bold, warm-weather sipper. This incredible bourbon has been recognized with numerous Platinum and Gold awards at several prestigious spirits competitions, including the 2025 ASCOT Awards, the 2025 SIP Awards, and the 2025 TAG Global Spirits Awards.

As Master Distiller Donnis Todd puts it: "118 barrels meant to be enjoyed together."

Tasting Notes

Cowboy Bourbon delivers rich, bold flavor that overpowers even its formidable 146.4 proof, a testament to the barrel selection and Texas heat behind it. Expect a peppery character with a restrained current of warmth, remarkably smooth for a bourbon bottled fully uncut and unfiltered at cask strength.

Food Pairings

Cowboy Bourbon's bold, high-proof intensity pairs well with equally robust fare. Try it alongside smoked brisket, dry-aged steak, or a charcuterie board with aged cheddar and toasted pecans.

Serving Suggestions

Cowboy Bourbon is best enjoyed neat in small pours, given its exceptional 146.4 proof. Let it rest in the glass for a few minutes before sipping, and always drink responsibly and in moderation given its true cask strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Cowboy Bourbon different from Garrison Brothers Small Batch? Cowboy Bourbon comes from Dan and Donnis's favorite barrels, individually set aside for additional years of maturation and bottled at true cask strength, uncut and unfiltered, unlike the distillery's standard Small Batch release.

What is the alcohol content? 73.2% ABV (146.4 proof).

Has this bourbon won any awards? Yes. Cowboy Bourbon has earned numerous Platinum and Gold awards at prestigious spirits competitions, including the 2025 ASCOT Awards, the 2025 SIP Awards, and the 2025 TAG Global Spirits Awards.

Is this a limited release? Yes. Cowboy Bourbon is released just once a year in genuinely limited quantities.

How should I enjoy it? Neat, in small pours, allowed to rest in the glass for a few minutes before sipping. Given its exceptional proof, always enjoy responsibly and in moderation.

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