As mentioned in the April 28, 2024, blog posting on Lasso Whiskey, this is the second in a new series that explores distilleries that I believe deserve a bit more attention. These highlighted distillery write-ups will then be followed by several reviews of their products with the hope that this will cause others to broaden their selections and seek some of these bottles I am enjoying sharing with others. Thus, this is the second of three highlights to focus on the Lasso Whiskey Distillery, with today’s review of Review of Lasso Roper Reserve Whiskey (Batch 1).

Please let it be noted that as I have always said, I want to make sure I am upfront and honest with my reviews; especially when they are samples provided by a distillery. I am honored to review these next three bottles offered with no strings attached from the Lasso Distillery, and as always, I will be honest with my reviews no matter if the bottles were gifted or if I purchased them. Thank you Lasso for noticing Bourbon Bossman™ and allowing me to try and write about your products.

Bottle Information

From the Lasso Whiskey website: From Colorado’s Heart to Your Glass: Lasso Whiskies, Crafted for Connoisseurs. Explore the excellence of our handcrafted single-barrel whiskeys, offering outstanding quality, character, and taste with every sip. Our collection features Single-barrel Rye Whiskey and Single-barrel Wheat Whiskey.

We not only provide the best whiskeys but also look forward to igniting a sense of kinship among consumers, encouraging them to embrace the pleasure of sharing their experiences, stories, and unforgettable moments with it. 

• Distiller: Aged and Bottled by Azalea & Appel LLC
• Mash Bill: 51% Rye, 45% Corn, & 4% Malted Barley
• Proof: 116
• Age: NAS
• Year: 2024
• 2024 MSRP: $99

Lasso Distillery just started releasing products in the NoCo area in mid-February of 2024. Since then, only two months later now, their products have quickly spread in popularity to almost every store I visit and know most bars as well. Overall, what this whiskey lacks on the nose is more than made up for with an amazing palate and finish! Although a bit soft on the nose for the higher proof, this beauty offers classic palate notes of sweet vanilla and brown sugar that are well-rounded with fruit and rye spice. I do have to note though, that this same mashbill at 8 years and 100 proof, is almost near perfect; Lasso Small Batch Colorado Rye Whiskey Review. With that said, let’s get our taste on!

• Nose: A bit Soft for the Proof, But Hints of Vanilla, Apple, Spice, and Caramel
• Palate: Vanilla, Rye Spice, Brown Sugar, Red Delicious Apple, Oak, Sweet Cream, and Caramel
• Finish: Long Colorado Winters Hug with Notes of Vanilla, Rye Spice, and Oak
• My Rating: Drink It! (What this whiskey lacks on the nose is more than made up for with an amazing palate and finish!)

Please remember, drinking bourbon is a personal adventure, so do not be afraid to drink it neat, with ice, or add some water. It’s your bourbon, you bought it, and you should enjoy it how you want to enjoy it!

Cheers! Prost! Sláinte!

Bourbon Bossman™