Laws Whiskey House Black & Gold Select is a bold, limited-release Colorado Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey created in collaboration with University of Colorado Athletics. Bottled at 110 proof / 55% ABV, it delivers the concentrated grain character, mature oak, fruit, and spice that make Laws’ Colorado-grown bourbon distinctive.
The bourbon is built from Laws Whiskey House’s signature four-grain recipe of 60% corn, 20% heirloom wheat, 10% heirloom rye, and 10% heirloom malted barley. This combination brings together corn sweetness, soft wheat texture, rye spice, and malty depth in a full-bodied whiskey designed for serious bourbon drinkers.
Black & Gold Select was developed as an elevated expression within Laws’ partnership with CU Athletics. Selected barrels are evaluated for flavor, balance, and texture before being married into the final blend. Because each annual release is assembled from a different selection of mature barrels, exact age composition and barrel count can vary while maintaining the expression’s bold, high-proof character.
Expect an aromatic profile of cherry wood, beeswax, vanilla bean, and golden raisin, followed by a sweet entry that develops into honey, orange-spiced tea, almond butter, oak, and warming spice. Laws describes the finish as dry, full-bodied, and long.
With its black-and-gold presentation, CU Buffaloes branding, high proof, and limited-selection pedigree, this bourbon makes a strong choice for Colorado whiskey collectors, CU alumni, Buffaloes fans, premium gifting, game-day celebrations, and serious bourbon tastings.
Key Features
- Laws Whiskey House Black & Gold Select
- Four Grain Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Official CU Athletics collaboration
- 110 proof / 55% ABV
- 750mL bottle
- 60% corn, 20% heirloom wheat, 10% heirloom rye, 10% heirloom malted barley
- Selected limited-release barrel blend
- Colorado-grown, distilled, and aged whiskey
- Cherry, vanilla, raisin, honey, citrus-spice, and almond profile
- Full-bodied with a long finish
- Premium CU Buffaloes collector bottle
- Excellent for bourbon collectors and Colorado whiskey enthusiasts
Tasting Notes
Nose: Cherry wood, beeswax, vanilla bean, and golden raisin with underlying oak and warm grain.
Palate: Sweet and full-bodied with honey, vanilla, dried fruit, orange spice tea, almond butter, caramelized grain, and oak.
Finish: Long and increasingly dry with lingering almond, citrus spice, oak, and warming bourbon character.
How to Enjoy
Enjoy Black & Gold Select neat in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped glass to appreciate its full-bodied four-grain profile. At 110 proof, a few drops of water can help open additional vanilla, fruit, honey, and spice.
It also works well over one large cube for a slower sip. For cocktails, its proof and concentrated flavor make it an excellent foundation for a Bourbon Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Boulevardier, or Gold Rush.
For CU fans, it is equally at home as a game-day pour or displayed alongside other University of Colorado collectibles.
FAQ
What is Laws Black & Gold Select?
Black & Gold Select is a limited straight bourbon whiskey created through a collaboration between Laws Whiskey House and University of Colorado Athletics.
Is this a Four Grain Bourbon?
Yes. The mash bill is 60% corn, 20% heirloom wheat, 10% heirloom rye, and 10% heirloom malted barley, the same four-grain structure associated with Laws’ signature bourbon.
What proof is Black & Gold Select?
The supplied bottle and official product listing identify it at 110 proof / 55% ABV.
How old is the whiskey?
Age composition can vary by release. The 2024 five-barrel blend used whiskey aged 4–9 years, while the 2025 ten-barrel batch used whiskey aged 5–10 years.
Who selects the barrels?
Laws has selected Black & Gold releases in collaboration with representatives from CU Athletics, including Athletics Director Rick George, alongside the Laws Whiskey House blending team.Â
Is this an official University of Colorado collaboration?
Yes. Laws Whiskey House is the Official Whiskey of CU Athletics, and Black & Gold Select is part of that official partnership.
