Birdie Brown Plain Hooch is an unaged whiskey distilled in small batches in Montana from wheat, oats and barley, bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV).
Plain Hooch honors Birdie Brown, an African American homesteader in Montana renowned during Prohibition for her exceptional homemade hooch, and all African Americans in distilled spirits history. It is made just like Birdie used to: wheat grown on a Montana family farm brings balance and gentle sweetness; oats, often used by homesteaders because other grains were scarce, lend a creamy, nutty taste and smooth texture; and mild barley adds complexity without overpowering. Only the best-tasting fraction of the distillate is kept, with heads and tails discarded. It is part of the Henderson Spirits Group.
Perfection in simplicity: fresh grain, gentle sweetness and a creamy, nutty texture with a clean finish.
The homestead cabin label makes it a meaningful gift.
American whiskey covers a wide range of styles, from bourbon and rye to single malts and light whiskeys, and independent blenders and small producers have made it one of the most exciting categories in spirits.
White whiskey is bottled unaged, straight from the still.
Oats give a creamy, rounded texture.
Serve it chilled or over ice.
It makes a bright, grainy Sour with lemon and simple syrup.
Try it in place of vodka in a Mule.
Mix it with lemonade for an easy summer drink.
It is a meaningful gift for history lovers.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Fresh grains.
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Palate: Gentle sweetness, creamy oats, nutty.
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Finish: Clean.
Specifications
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Brand: Birdie Brown
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Style: Unaged whiskey (white whiskey)
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Grains: Wheat, oats and barley
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Proof / ABV: 100 proof (50% ABV)
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Region: Montana, USA
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Fill a rocks glass with ice, add grapefruit juice and Plain Hooch, squeeze in a lime wedge and top with a pinch of kosher salt. It also works in a white whiskey Sour. It pairs with fried chicken or cornbread.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Birdie Brown?
An African American homesteader in Montana famed for her Prohibition-era hooch.
Is it aged?
No, it is an unaged whiskey.
What grains are used?
Wheat, oats and barley.
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