When it comes to authentic Cowboy State flavors, Wyoming Whiskey’s locally made spirits are worth traveling for. Head to the Western-style tasting rooms in Jackson or Kirby for a chance to sample whiskeys made with delicious notes of dark chocolate, honeysuckle or even maple syrup over French toast.

Add a Wyoming Whiskey Tasting to Your Itinerary

Whiskey is an iconic part of Wyoming’s culture and is grounded in its Wild West past. Make a little time for a Wyoming Whiskey tasting while you’re traveling to sample this timeless libation. The best part is you don’t have to be well-versed in whiskey to enjoy this experience. Friendly and knowledgeable staff at both locations will help create a personalized tasting for you and your group — starting with the selection of your whiskey flight.

Choose up to four whiskeys to sample for $10 (this fee is waived if you purchase a bottle), like the flagship Double Cask. It’s aged in charred oak barrels, then matured again in barrels seasoned by Pedro Ximenez sherry for a touch of sweetness.

A bottle of Wyoming Whiskey’s Double Cask rests next to two tall glasses of peach toddies that are garnished with a lemon slice.

Or, opt for a sip from their National Park Series, like National Parks No. 4. You’ll love its rich layers of crème caramel, Mexican vanilla and candied ginger with lingering notes of honeysuckle, chocolate and espresso. Can’t get enough of its smooth flavor? Grab a bottle to take with you and, as a bonus, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Yellowstone Forever, a nonprofit organization that supports and protects Yellowstone National Park.

A bottle of Wyoming Whiskey’s National Park Series No. 4 stands on a wooden railing pole in Wyoming with a steaming lake and pine forest as the backdrop.

For a truly unique taste, try an only-in-Wyoming release. Each year these special spirits honor a significant individual or place in the state. Past releases celebrated the likes of Independence Rock and Grizzly 399, known as Queen of the Tetons.

A bottle of Wyoming Whiskey’s Independence Rock sits on a tree-ring tray in Alcova, Wyoming, with its namesake landmark behind it

Want a glimpse behind the scenes? Ask your Wyoming Whiskey expert about their special distilling process. Learn about their mash bill, or grain mix, that uses made-in-Wyoming ingredients, like corn and wheat from local farms in Byron, and the glacial waters they use from the Madison Formation in the Bighorn Basin. Or discover the story behind their spirits — and learn how fourth-generation rancher Brad Mead, his wife Kate and co-founder David DeFazio created this incredible whiskey.

Explore the Kirby Whiskey Shop Experience

Set in the small town of Kirby, The Whiskey Shop is a tranquil spot for a taste of classic Wyoming scenery along with smooth-sipping whiskey. Sit on one of the front-porch benches to admire the expansive landscape, including the rugged rock walls of the Bighorn Basin. Then, head inside and plant your caboose on a stool at the spacious, glossy wooden bar to begin your tasting.

While you’re there, be sure to ask about their two specialty whiskeys only offered at the Kirby location. Finished in maple syrup-aged barrels, the Maple Finish Bourbon delights with complementary notes of vanilla, caramel and oak. Meanwhile, the Distillers Select is an ongoing single-barrel release and is chosen by the Master Blender for its special flavor profile.

After your spirit sampling, choose a bottle to savor long after your vacation is over and indulge in a little souvenir shopping. As the larger of the two Wyoming Whiskey storefronts, the Kirby shop offers everything from copper mule mugs for craft cocktails at home and Bourbon BBQ sauce for your kitchen to T-shirts emblazoned with the Wyoming Whiskey logo.

A series of three craft cocktails made with Wyoming Whiskey rest on a wooden bar in Kirby, Wyoming. They feature artistic berry and citrus-peel garnishes.

With souvenirs in hand, take a short walk down the road for a peek at the distillery works. Gaze through large glass windows (no tours currently available) at the incredible system of pipes and tanks where the whiskey is crafted and aged.

The striking white buildings of the Wyoming Whiskey distillery in Kirby, Wyoming, seem to glow against the darkening sky and rugged rock wall.

Pro tip: The Kirby Whiskey Shop is a cool detour on your way to Thermopolis. There, you can soak in the steaming water of Hot Springs State Park, investigate historical artifacts and learn tales of the city’s past at Hot Springs County Museum or admire rushing waters and towering canyon walls on a scenic cruise through Wind River Canyon.

Try the Jackson Barrel House Experience

Around the corner from the Jackson Town Square, Wyoming Whiskey’s Jackson Barrel House is tucked on a bustling street filled with charming local boutiques. Stop in for some sips and souvenirs to round out an afternoon of shopping and dining in the shadow of the mountains.

A rectangular wooden sign for Wyoming Whiskey hangs amid white potted flowers outside the company’s Jackson Barrel House in Jackson, Wyoming.

Sidle up to the rustic bar made from whiskey barrels for a fun tasting experience. Choose from any of their on-site bottles, including their only-in-Jackson Distillery Reserve release. Each barrel bottled is handpicked by the Master Blender for this shop and represents some of the best batches from the rickhouse — the warehouse where whiskey barrels are stacked and aged to perfection.

In Jackson, Wyoming, the rustic Wyoming Whiskey Jackson Barrel House features rows of bottles for sale and a bar made from whiskey barrels.

Before you go, pursue the store’s rows of lit, reclaimed-whiskey-barrel shelves. Score a bottle or two of smooth, aged whiskey to enjoy on your trip or take home along with souvenirs to enhance your personal bar cart, like specialty cocktail glasses with the Wyoming Whiskey logo and leather-covered flasks.

At an event in Wyoming, a person carries a tray of specialty cocktail glasses that are emblazoned with the Wyoming Whiskey name and logo.

Pro Tip: The Barrel House also makes an excellent post-adventure detour. Pop in after hiking, biking or paddling in Grand Teton National Park or seeing the free-roaming wildlife at the National Elk Refuge. Enjoy a well-deserved break as you relax and relish flavorful libations like Outryder, which boasts warm, sweet notes of hot chocolate, maple syrup over French toast and cumin roasted in brown butter.

Whether you’re an avid whiskey fan or just curious to sample something new, tasting the smooth flavors of Wyoming Whiskey is an excellent way to experience a piece of authentic Cowboy State culture.

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