Old Dominick Huling Station 750ML

Old Dominick Huling Station 750ML is a 100-proof (50% ABV) straight bourbon whiskey aged four years and bottled at 750ml. A Gold medal winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, this high-rye bourbon stands apart with a 44% rye grain bill and aging in Level 4 charred barrels — a heavier char than the industry-standard Level 3.

Quick Facts: ABV: 50% (100 Proof)  |  Origin: Memphis, Tennessee  |  Age: 4 Years  |  Distillery: Old Dominick Distillery

Production & Heritage

Old Dominick Distillery is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, tracing its brand heritage to Domenico Canale, an Italian immigrant who began selling whiskey in Memphis in the 1860s. Huling Station is contract distilled at MGP in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, using Old Dominick's proprietary mash bill of 52% corn, 44% rye, and 4% malted barley, along with their own yeast strain and Memphis water, which is trucked to the Indiana facility for production. The bourbon matures for four years in new American oak barrels with a Level 4 char, delivering a deeper caramelization and more aggressive wood interaction than typical bourbon aging regimens.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Stone fruit and dark cherries greet the nose first, followed by creamy vanilla and a dry, peppery rye spice. A wisp of mint and toasted oak lingers beneath.

Taste: The entry is fruit-forward, with stewed cherry and ripe stone fruit coating the tongue before giving way to rich caramel and toffee at mid-palate. Cinnamon heat and assertive rye spice build steadily, balanced by a vanilla sweetness drawn from the heavy char.

Finish: Medium to long, with leather, cigar box, and a persistent mint character that sets it apart from softer bourbons. The rye spice lingers alongside traces of dark caramel and charred oak.

How to Drink Huling Station

At 100 proof, Huling Station rewards a neat pour or a single large ice cube that gradually opens the fruit and spice layers. Its bold rye backbone and proof also make it a serious cocktail bourbon.

• Manhattan: The high rye content and dark cherry notes mirror the drink's classic profile, standing up to sweet vermouth without disappearing.
• Old Fashioned: Level 4 char-driven caramel and toffee amplify the sugar and bitters interplay, keeping the drink structured.
• Boulevardier: Huling Station's mint and spice cut through Campari's bitterness while the stone fruit adds depth.

Best For

• Rye-forward bourbon drinkers exploring high-rye mash bills at full proof
• Gifting a whiskey enthusiast who values bold, characterful American whiskey
• Building a home bar focused on cocktail-strength bourbons
• Side-by-side tastings comparing MGP-sourced bourbons across different brands and char levels

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Huling Station taste like? Huling Station leads with stewed cherry and stone fruit before shifting into caramel, cinnamon, and a distinctive mint-laced rye spice. The Level 4 char adds leather and cigar box complexity to the finish.

How does Huling Station compare to Smooth Ambler Old Scout? Both expressions source bourbon from MGP in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, but Old Scout carried a 7-year age statement before its discontinuation, lending more oak maturity. Huling Station's younger age is offset by its heavier Level 4 char and notably higher rye percentage (44% versus Old Scout's varying mash bills), producing a spicier, more fruit-driven profile.

Is Huling Station good for sipping neat? Yes — bottled at 100 proof, it carries enough intensity for neat sipping while remaining approachable thanks to its fruit sweetness and vanilla from the heavy char. A few drops of water can tame the proof and bring out additional stone fruit.

Where is Huling Station made? Huling Station is produced by Old Dominick Distillery, based in Memphis, Tennessee. The bourbon is contract distilled at MGP's facility in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, using Old Dominick's proprietary mash bill, yeast strain, and Memphis water shipped to the distillery.

What foods pair well with Huling Station? Memphis-style dry-rubbed ribs complement the bourbon's cinnamon and smoke. Dark chocolate truffles match the toffee and leather notes. Aged cheddar or Gruyère plays well against the rye spice. Pecan pie echoes the caramel sweetness, and smoked duck bridges the fruit and char elements.

What sizes does Huling Station come in? Huling Station is available in the standard 750ml bottle.

Is Huling Station worth the price? Huling Station positions as a mid-premium bourbon, competing in a crowded field of 100-proof, four-year-old expressions. Its value proposition rests on the unusual 44% rye mash bill, Level 4 char aging, and a San Francisco World Spirits Competition Gold medal — meaningful differentiators for drinkers seeking a high-rye bourbon with real character at its price tier.

Why Huling Station?

The 44% rye content in Huling Station's mash bill places it among the most rye-heavy bourbons on the market, delivering a spice intensity that most standard-rye bourbons simply cannot match. The decision to age in Level 4 charred barrels amplifies caramel extraction and introduces a leathery depth that reads older than four years on paper. Its Gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition validates the approach. For drinkers drawn to bourbon with genuine backbone — fruit, char, and unapologetic rye heat in balance — Huling Station delivers a focused, well-constructed whiskey that earns its proof.