Wyoming Whiskey National Parks No. 4 Bourbon 750ML

Wyoming Whiskey National Parks No. 4 Bourbon 750ML is a limited wheated bourbon bottled at 49% ABV (98 proof) in a 750ml format. This fourth installment in the National Parks series draws from a blend of over 70 hand-selected barrels aged a minimum of five years, resulting in what Breaking Bourbon has called some of the best and most consistent bourbon Wyoming Whiskey releases.

Quick Facts: ABV: 49% (98 proof)  |  Origin: Kirby, Wyoming, USA  |  Minimum 5 Years Aged  |  Distillery: Wyoming Whiskey

Production & Heritage

Wyoming Whiskey was founded in Kirby, Wyoming, with its distilling program developed under the guidance of Steve Nally, former master distiller at Maker's Mark. The distillery uses a wheated mashbill of 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley — all non-GMO grains sourced regionally — and draws its water from limestone aquifers that have remained untouched since the Bronze Age. The National Parks No. 4 expression represents a curated blend of more than 70 individual barrels, each aged at least five years on the high plains of Wyoming, where wide temperature swings and dry air create aging conditions markedly different from those found in Kentucky warehouses.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with crème brûlée and cherry compote before moving into toasted coconut and confectioners' sugar. A subtle green apple brightness sits underneath the richer caramel tones.

Taste: The palate arrives with crème caramel and Mexican vanilla, building into candied ginger and dark chocolate at mid-palate. Espresso bitterness provides structure, while warm autumnal spices — cinnamon and nutmeg — emerge alongside milk chocolate and honey as the whiskey develops.

Finish: The finish is lingering and smooth, led by honeysuckle sweetness with subtle oak and spice trailing behind. A faint echo of Werther's Original caramel and raspberry-laced dark chocolate rounds out the experience.

How to Drink National Parks No. 4

At 98 proof, this bourbon rewards neat sipping in a Glencairn or rocks glass, though a few drops of water open up the vanilla and honeysuckle notes considerably. For cocktails, the wheated profile and dessert-forward character make it especially versatile:

• Old Fashioned: The crème caramel and baking spice notes hold up beautifully against a sugar cube and Angostura bitters.
• Paper Plane: The dark chocolate and espresso undertones add depth alongside Aperol and Amaro Nonino.
• Bourbon Milk Punch: The vanilla and honeysuckle sweetness makes this a natural fit for this cream-based classic.

Best For

• Collecting limited-edition American whiskey releases
• Gifting an outdoor enthusiast who appreciates fine bourbon
• Side-by-side tastings comparing wheated bourbons from different regions
• After-dinner sipping as a dessert replacement

Frequently Asked Questions

What does National Parks No. 4 taste like? National Parks No. 4 delivers a dessert-forward profile dominated by crème caramel, Mexican vanilla, dark chocolate, and espresso, with a lingering honeysuckle and oak finish. The wheated mashbill keeps it soft and approachable despite its 98-proof strength.

How does National Parks No. 4 compare to Maker's Mark? Both are wheated bourbons, and Wyoming Whiskey's distilling program was developed with guidance from Steve Nally, Maker's Mark's former master distiller. However, National Parks No. 4 is bottled at a higher proof (98 vs. Maker's Mark's 90), carries a minimum five-year age statement, and reflects distinctly different aging conditions on Wyoming's high plains.

Is National Parks No. 4 good for sipping neat? Yes — the 98-proof strength delivers robust flavor without excessive heat, and the layered vanilla, chocolate, and spice notes reward slow, contemplative sipping. A few drops of water can further open up the honeysuckle and caramel nuances.

Where is National Parks No. 4 made? National Parks No. 4 is distilled and aged at the Wyoming Whiskey distillery in Kirby, Wyoming, a small town in the Big Horn Basin. The distillery uses local non-GMO grains and water drawn from ancient limestone aquifers in the region.

What foods pair well with National Parks No. 4? Dark chocolate truffles complement the espresso and cacao notes naturally. Crème brûlée echoes the caramelized sugar on the nose. Smoked brisket contrasts the bourbon's sweetness with savory depth. Aged Gouda mirrors the caramel tones, and pecan pie aligns with the warm baking spice and vanilla character.

What sizes does National Parks No. 4 come in? National Parks No. 4 is available in the standard 750ml bottle size.

Is National Parks No. 4 worth the price? National Parks No. 4 positions as a premium limited-edition expression within the Wyoming Whiskey range, sitting above their standard Small Batch offering. The blend of 70-plus barrels, minimum five-year age statement, and limited annual release give it strong value credentials within the allocated wheated bourbon category.

Why National Parks No. 4?

What separates this release from the crowded field of wheated bourbons is its origin story: non-GMO Wyoming-grown grains, Bronze Age limestone water, and high-altitude plains aging that produces a maturation profile impossible to replicate in Kentucky or Tennessee. The blend of over 70 barrels — each individually selected — gives it a complexity that single-barrel releases from this distillery cannot match. As the fourth installment in the National Parks series, it builds on an increasingly refined blending approach that has earned Wyoming Whiskey recognition as a serious producer outside traditional bourbon territory. For drinkers seeking American whiskey with genuine terroir and regional identity, this expression delivers in a way few competitors can.