Wheel Horse Bourbon
A robust, high-rye straight bourbon, unfolding with rich caramel and sweet vanilla. A bold, peppery spice defines the palate, culminating in a long, deeply warming finish.

Product Details
How to get this in NC
Special Order- Shoppers: This is a special-order product. Ask your local NC ABC store to special-order it using code 25-550.
- Bars & restaurants: Submit an on-premise request — our sales team responds within 24–48 hours and can help with special-order logistics.
- Timing: Special orders depend on ABC processing and producer availability; your store or our sales team can confirm lead times.
Dorado Rock is a licensed NC spirit broker. We represent brands statewide through the ABC system — we do not sell retail direct to consumers.
About Wheel Horse Bourbon
A robust, high-rye straight bourbon, unfolding with rich caramel and sweet vanilla. A bold, peppery spice defines the palate, culminating in a long, deeply warming finish.
Wheel Horse Bourbon stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of American whiskey. This exceptional straight bourbon, meticulously crafted to a potent 101 proof (50.5% ABV), embodies a commitment to authenticity and profound flavor. Its distinctive high-rye mash bill lays the foundation for a truly captivating sensory journey, revealing layers of rich caramel and sweet vanilla on the nose and palate. Each sip unveils a bold, peppery spice that speaks to its robust character, culminating in a long, deeply warming finish that resonates with elegance and depth. This is a bourbon for the discerning palate, a spirit that honors tradition while delivering an unforgettable experience of masterful craftsmanship and unparalleled quality.
Product Details
- ABV: 50.5%
- Proof: 101
- Age: Not specified
- Size: .75L
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Deep caramel, delicate vanilla bean, a hint of toasted oak.
- Palate: Robust notes of sweet vanilla, rich caramel, and a pronounced peppery rye spice.
- Finish: Long, warming, and profoundly smooth with lingering spice.
Perfect For
Cocktails:
- Old Fashioned (Wheel Horse Bourbon, Angostura Bitters, Sugar Cube, Orange Peel)
- Manhattan (Wheel Horse Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, Maraschino Cherry)
- Whiskey Sour (Wheel Horse Bourbon, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Egg White)
Food Pairings:
- Smoked Brisket with a Sweet Glaze
- Dark Chocolate Lava Cake with Raspberry Coulis
- Aged Gouda or Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Best Enjoyed
Savor neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its full complexity, or with a single large ice cube to gently open its robust character. Ideal for contemplative evenings or sophisticated gatherings.
Specs
- Production: Produced as a Straight Bourbon
- Aging: Not specified
- Source: Not specified
Available throughout North Carolina through Dorado Rock LLC, your premium NC spirit broker.
About Latitude Beverage Company
Multi-category set including Zarpado tequila, Wheel Horse bourbon, and Northcross Irish whiskey.
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