Sixty Men Straight Bourbon Whiskey
A strong Texas story, but a very young bourbon
Sixty Men takes its name from the 60 men who signed the Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836. Whiskey Nerd footnote: 59 were elected delegates, while the 60th signer was Convention Secretary Herbert S. Kimble. The bourbon itself was distilled in Indiana, then aged and bottled by Southwest Spirits in Dallas.
At 90 proof, with a mash bill of 76% corn, 20% rye, and 4% malted barley, the numbers suggest an approachable bourbon with enough rye to offer a little spark. Instead, the youth of the spirit lets the barrel do most of the talking.
🥃 Appearance: 2.5 Stars
A pleasant amber in the bottle that looks older than its two-year age statement. Once poured, however, the whiskey appears noticeably lighter. This bottle is attractive; the stopper is a unique large, rough cork top with a synthetic bottom. The label is well done and eye catching.
👃 Aroma: 2.5 Stars
Oak and grain lead the nose. There is no mistaking the whiskey’s youth, with the raw grain character still showing through.
🔥 Flavor: 2.5 Stars
The opening is mild and surprisingly restrained for a 20% rye mash bill. There is very little spice. Oak quickly takes control, followed by a dry, nutty quality. For a two-year bourbon, it tastes unusually oak-forward without gaining the richer caramel and vanilla notes that normally come with maturity.
🌾 Finish: 2.5 Stars
Short and dry, with tobacco and oak lingering after the other flavors disappear.
⭐ Barrel Proof Score: 2.5 Stars | Fair
Sixty Men has a compelling name and a genuinely interesting connection to Texas history. Unfortunately, the story is more developed than the whiskey. It is drinkable and easygoing, but the oak, youthful grain, and short finish leave it without much depth or balance.
This bottle looks older than two years but tastes closer to its age, both young and heavily influenced by oak. That combination never quite comes together. This Texas spirit definitely has potential, and we look forward to coming back to it in a few years. We expect the taste to be much improved with age.
Have you tasted Sixty Men? Did you find more sweetness or spice in your pour, or did the oak take over your glass too?
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Historical reference: Texas State Library and Archives Commission
