High West Distillery was established in 2006 in Park City, Utah, the first legal distillery since 1870. David Perkins- a biochemist- and his wife Jane, were inspired to open the distillery after a visit at a distillery in Kentucky.
High West started with a small, 250 gallon still and Saloon in an old, historic livery stable garage. During a renovation, a horse shoe was found that adorns the label.
Initially, High West blended Rye Whiskey that was purchased from other distilleries, until their distillery was built and their whiskey was mature enough to bottle. Blending in Scotland is a long-established tradition, but in the United States is almost frowned upon. However, when it's done right, it can offer an amazing spirit!
