{"product_id":"laws-whiskey-house-black-gold-select-four-grain-straight-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Laws Whiskey House Black \u0026 Gold Select Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaws Whiskey House Black \u0026amp; Gold Select\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold, limited-release \u003cstrong\u003eColorado Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e created in collaboration with University of Colorado Athletics. Bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e110 proof \/ 55% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers the concentrated grain character, mature oak, fruit, and spice that make Laws’ Colorado-grown bourbon distinctive. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bourbon is built from Laws Whiskey House’s signature four-grain recipe of \u003cstrong\u003e60% corn, 20% heirloom wheat, 10% heirloom rye, and 10% heirloom malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e. This combination brings together corn sweetness, soft wheat texture, rye spice, and malty depth in a full-bodied whiskey designed for serious bourbon drinkers. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Gold Select was developed as an elevated expression within Laws’ partnership with CU Athletics. Selected barrels are evaluated for flavor, balance, and texture before being married into the final blend. Because each annual release is assembled from a different selection of mature barrels, exact age composition and barrel count can vary while maintaining the expression’s bold, high-proof character. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an aromatic profile of \u003cstrong\u003echerry wood, beeswax, vanilla bean, and golden raisin\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a sweet entry that develops into \u003cstrong\u003ehoney, orange-spiced tea, almond butter, oak, and warming spice\u003c\/strong\u003e. Laws describes the finish as dry, full-bodied, and long. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its black-and-gold presentation, CU Buffaloes branding, high proof, and limited-selection pedigree, this bourbon makes a strong choice for \u003cstrong\u003eColorado whiskey collectors, CU alumni, Buffaloes fans, premium gifting, game-day celebrations, and serious bourbon tastings\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaws Whiskey House Black \u0026amp; Gold Select\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial CU Athletics collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e110 proof \/ 55% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e750mL bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60% corn, 20% heirloom wheat, 10% heirloom rye, 10% heirloom malted barley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected limited-release barrel blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorado-grown, distilled, and aged whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCherry, vanilla, raisin, honey, citrus-spice, and almond profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-bodied with a long finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium CU Buffaloes collector bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for bourbon collectors and Colorado whiskey enthusiasts \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCherry wood, beeswax, vanilla bean, and golden raisin\u003c\/strong\u003e with underlying oak and warm grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and full-bodied with honey, vanilla, dried fruit, \u003cstrong\u003eorange spice tea\u003c\/strong\u003e, almond butter, caramelized grain, and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and increasingly dry with lingering almond, citrus spice, oak, and warming bourbon character. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy Black \u0026amp; Gold Select \u003cstrong\u003eneat\u003c\/strong\u003e in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped glass to appreciate its full-bodied four-grain profile. At 110 proof, a few drops of water can help open additional vanilla, fruit, honey, and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also works well over one large cube for a slower sip. For cocktails, its proof and concentrated flavor make it an excellent foundation for a \u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Boulevardier, or Gold Rush\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor CU fans, it is equally at home as a game-day pour or displayed alongside other University of Colorado collectibles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Laws Black \u0026amp; Gold Select?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Gold Select is a limited \u003cstrong\u003estraight bourbon whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e created through a collaboration between Laws Whiskey House and University of Colorado Athletics. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a Four Grain Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The mash bill is \u003cstrong\u003e60% corn, 20% heirloom wheat, 10% heirloom rye, and 10% heirloom malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e, the same four-grain structure associated with Laws’ signature bourbon. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Black \u0026amp; Gold Select?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe supplied bottle and official product listing identify it at \u003cstrong\u003e110 proof \/ 55% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is the whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAge composition can vary by release. The 2024 five-barrel blend used whiskey aged 4–9 years, while the 2025 ten-barrel batch used whiskey aged 5–10 years. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho selects the barrels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLaws has selected Black \u0026amp; Gold releases in collaboration with representatives from CU Athletics, including Athletics Director Rick George, alongside the Laws Whiskey House blending team. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this an official University of Colorado collaboration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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