Breckenridge Bourbon Patriotic Reserve Review

Welcome back to DadDimes on the Rocks! Today, we’re pouring into Breckenridge Bourbon Patriotic Reserve, a limited‑edition blend from Colorado that’s as patriotic as it is flavorful. Let’s dive in with our special guest’s, Chris Held and Megan Boylen.

🇺🇸 The Story Behind the Pour

• Crafted by Breckenridge Distillery, the world’s highest‑altitude distillery, this release honors American veterans—$5 from each bottle goes to Warriors & Quiet Waters, a nonprofit supporting post‑9/11 combat vets.
• A special limited‑edition blend, sold primarily in Colorado, crafted from Breckenridge’s reserve bourbon series .

📜 Key Details

• Type: Kentucky‑style blended bourbon (sourced + distilled by Breckenridge)
• Proof: 86 (43% ABV)
• Age Statement: NAS (blend of several barrels, likely between 3–8 years)
• Availability: Around $40–45 across Colorado retailers 

👃 Nose & Flavor Profile

• Nose: Inviting aromas of caramel, brown sugar, dried orange peel, and a dash of cardamom and rye spice—classic reserve blend notes.
• Palate: Smooth and approachable. Think sweet caramel and toffee up front, shifting into dried citrus, light rye spice, and a touch of pepper. Subtle orange zest and cinnamon round it out .
• Finish: Light and zesty with lingering caramel, oak, pepper, and citrus —quick, but clean.

🗣️ Community Take

• Some early tasters found it "pleasant but flat", lacking depth and proof—ideal for easy sipping over ice but can feel thin neat.
• Others praised its balanced reserve blend complexity, especially the layered spice and citrus notes from port-cask influence.

🍸 When to Grab It / Skip It

Best for:

• Summer sipping over ice
• Patriotic gatherings or grill-outs
• Supporting a good cause while enjoying local flavor

Skip it if:

• You crave high-proof or richly matured bourbons
• You find ~$45 too much for a light, 86-proof blend

✅ Final Verdict

Breckenridge Bourbon Patriotic Reserve is a heartfelt, locally made, and honorable release with a smooth, mellow flavor profile—perfect for casual sipping. It shines on the rocks and stands out for its support of veterans. At ~$40–45, it’s a solid pick when you want something easy and meaningful in your glass.

🎯 Rating: 3.5/5 – A well-made, feel-good bottle that’s approachable, but not a heavyweight.

That’s a wrap on Breckenridge Patriotic Reserve! Whether for a backyard BBQ, a toast to freedom, or simply to sample Colorado’s craft chops, it’s a sip worth trying. Next time, let’s keep exploring—cheers! 🥃

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