About

Turnbuckle Distilling is a craft, small batch distillery located in the Colorado foothills. They specialize in unique bourbon and rye whiskies, gin, rum, and vodka made with specially-sourced grains like blue corn sustainably farmed on tribal lands. Their spirits feature distinctive aging and finishing techniques, such as red wine cask finishing and barrel resting.

Blue corn bourbon from tribal lands Foothills-inspired gin Red wine cask finished bourbon Barrel-rested gin Limited edition rye whisky Wine barrel finished rum
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Distillery hero image Blue Corn Bourbon Gin Straight Bourbon
What They Make
Blue Corn Bourbon Single Barrel
Notes of almond, vanilla, and dark cherry. Aged at least two years in single barrels. Sustainably farmed blue corn from tribal lands.
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Foothills Inspired Gin
Floral- and citrus-forward with juniper, coriander, lavender, rose, lemongrass, and citrus peel.
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Straight Bourbon Finished in Red Wine Cask
Blue Corn Bourbon base aged at least two years in charred oak then finished six months in red wine cask. Bottled at 100 proof.
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Barrel Rested Gin
Foothills gin rested in spent bourbon barrel for smooth finish and complexity.
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Rye Whisky Limited Edition
Notes of almond, white peppercorn, and toffee. Limited availability.
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Rum Wine Barrel Finished
Crafted from evaporated cane juice and molasses. Rested in bourbon cask then finished in red wine barrel. Notes of honey and vanilla.
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Awards
Silver Medal, Denver International Spirits Competition 2022 2022