Pennsylvania’s Bluebird Distilling ends the calendar with a bang, and this December, the distillery delivers a lineup that’s as audacious as it is elegant. The Bluebird Distilling December 2025 releases reveal a focused passion for craftsmanship, complex finishing, and small-batch excellence. From rare cask finishes to milestone expressions, every bottle is a masterstroke of patience and precision.
The star of this year’s collection is French Cigar ($79.99), a bourbon born of Bluebird’s signature four-grain mashbill. After six years in traditional oak, it was finished for two more in rare Armagnac and Cognac casks, imbuing the spirit with luxurious notes of dark chocolate, candied fruit, roasted walnuts, and smoky tobacco. It’s a contemplative pour—opulent, nuanced, and made to be paired with a slow-burning cigar and deep conversation.
Also in the bourbon lineup, Bourbon X ($119.99) marks a decade of Bluebird’s distilling legacy. This 10-year-old spirit, made entirely from scratch in Phoenixville, combines yellow dent corn, sweet red winter wheat, heirloom rye, and freshly malted barley. Aged in 53-gallon American oak barrels—first toasted, then charred—Bourbon X celebrates the long game of whiskey-making. It’s bold and balanced, an ode to time and tenacity.
For those seeking something festive yet grounded, Winter Whiskey ($44.99) delivers warmth and seasonal comfort. It’s Four Grain Bourbon infused with brown sugar and a blend of winter spices, radiating flavor notes of vanilla, orange zest, baking spice, and toffee. This approachable 80-proof whiskey is your fireside companion, perfect for winter nights.
Bluebird Distilling December 2025 Releases: Bold Ryes, Deep Flavor
Among the standout expressions in the Bluebird Distilling December portfolio are two stunning ryes that showcase Bluebird’s commitment to heritage and innovation. Sportsman’s Delight ($69.99) takes an already impressive 8-year-old rye and finishes it in a rare 25-year solera sherry cask. The result? A rich, complex whiskey where rye spice meets waves of dried fig, sultana, and fruitcake-like depth. It’s a pour for the refined outdoorsman—a fireside dram after a day in the field.
Even rarer, Ten Year Rye ($129.99) offers one of the year’s most exclusive bottlings—only 150 bottles available. A 100% rye recipe using heirloom and malted grains, this whiskey matured in a toasted and charred 53-gallon American oak barrel for over a decade. Its flavor profile balances robust spice with delicate undercurrents of strawberry and cherry. Handmade in a copper pot still, it is a true Pennsylvania rye in every sense—bold, historic, and built for the discerning collector.
If you’re seeking something off the beaten path, Bluebird’s Festive Townie ($39.99) delivers a playful twist. Infused with cacao and Luxardo cherries, this flavored straight bourbon hits with notes of dark cocoa, toffee, earthy spice, and a semi-sweet cherry finish. At 80 proof, it’s built for holiday parties, après-ski flasks, or simply sipping fireside with a smile.
Bluebird Distilling December 2025 Releases: Craft Gin, Cherry-Laced and Luxurious
No Bluebird Distilling December release would be complete without a wildcard—and for 2025, that honor goes to Rosso Americano Gin ($59.99). A sherry barrel-rested gin infused with Luxardo Italian cherries, this expression delivers unexpected charm. Bright citrus and spice are elevated by notes of vanilla, dark cherry, candied fruit, and rich toffee. It’s equal parts classic and contemporary, ideal for cocktail experimentation or neat sipping on a cold night. For the gin-curious whiskey drinker, Rosso Americano bridges the gap beautifully.
All of Bluebird’s December 2025 releases are bottled at 90–92 proof, making them sturdy enough for purists while remaining approachable for newcomers. Whether you’re hunting for collectible expressions or celebratory pours to ring in the New Year, Bluebird Distilling’s latest showcase proves that this Phoenixville-based distillery isn’t just keeping up—they’re setting the pace.
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