From Sparrow’s bourbon list, Old Elk Bourbon is a smooth, approachable Colorado pour, $14 by the pour, or $21 for a larger pour.
About Old Elk Bourbon
Old Elk is a craft distillery based in Fort Collins, Colorado, with master distiller Greg Metze guiding the whiskey. Metze spent decades as a master distiller in Indiana before joining Old Elk, and he brought a distinctive approach with him. Old Elk is known for using a high proportion of malted barley in its bourbon, more than a traditional recipe, along with a slow-cut proofing process that brings the spirit down to bottling strength gradually over an extended period rather than all at once. That patient method is the signature behind the brand’s reputation for smoothness, and it makes for an easy, friendly bourbon to enjoy here on the Eastside.
Tasting Notes
Old Elk leans soft and rounded. The generous malted barley and slow-cut proofing give it a gentle, smooth character, with the caramel and vanilla sweetness you expect from a well-made bourbon and a clean, easygoing finish. It is a welcoming pour, friendly to newcomers and seasoned sippers alike.
What to Pair It With
Enjoy it neat, over a large cube, or in an Old Fashioned in our 21+ lounge. Its smooth profile pairs nicely with the American Wagyu steaks or the Truffle Deviled Eggs from the Sparrow dinner menu. Our daily happy hour runs 3 to 5 PM with $3 off well drinks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Old Elk Bourbon made?
It is crafted in Fort Collins, Colorado by Old Elk, with master distiller Greg Metze. The brand is known for a high malted-barley recipe and a slow-cut proofing process that builds a smooth character.
How much is a pour of Old Elk Bourbon at Sparrow?
At Sparrow in Kirkland it is $14 by the pour, or $21 for a larger pour, served on our bourbon list in the Juanita neighborhood lounge.
See it on the Sparrow beverages menu next to its sibling, the Old Elk Rye. We are in Kirkland’s Juanita neighborhood on the Eastside, so reserve a table and come sip it.