Coors Launches Blue Run Flight Series III, a Collection of 6 ‘Micro-Batch’ Whiskeys

Blue Run Flight Series III. (Photo: Coors Spirits Co.)

On Tuesday, Coors Spirits Co. announced the release of Blue Run Flight Series III, a limited-edition lineup of six micro-batch whiskeys blending Kentucky straight bourbon and rye whiskeys. Each expression is blended from no more than four barrels.

This is the first time the Blue Run Flight Series has combined both bourbon and rye whiskeys. Previous releases focused on single styles or outdoor influences. All six expressions in Series III were crafted by Wild Turkey alum Shaylyn Gammon, Coors Spirits Co.’s head of whiskey development and innovation.

“The unique challenge of blending two American Whiskey styles across three mashbills can only be recognized as a journey of discovery,” Gammon said in a news release. “Marrying decadent vanilla and honey with spice and savory components naturally results in harmonics that stand out in the nose and on the palate. But the melody created with more subtle and balanced flavors is where the true artistry of these whiskeys is revealed. Consistent with the past Flight Series releases, Series III is an expressive collection of whiskey innovation.”

Each bottle in the collection reflects a theme tied to American culture or geography. For instance, “Beach & Blooms” draws inspiration from coastal and floral landscapes, while “Fit & Flair” nods to the style and grit of urban settings. The whiskeys were sourced from distilleries including Castle & Key, Bardstown Bourbon Company and a third undisclosed facility. All were aged in non-temperature-controlled warehouses using #2 and #4 alligator char barrels.

The Blue Run Flight Series III Lineup Details and Tasting Notes, Via the Brand

Beach & Blooms (109.9 proof): Features notes of cinnamon-spiced chocolate, plum, pineapple, and cocoa.

Buck & Brush (110.7 proof): Offers citrus, cinnamon, sassafras, spearmint, and black cherry.

Filly & Fiddle (111.3 proof): Blends apple, honey, maple, golden raisin, and caramel.

Fit & Flair (117 proof): Combines roasted nuts, dried fruit, caramel, and black pepper.

Sails & Rails (115 proof): Delivers vanilla, smoked banana, honey, toasted wood, and dry earth.

Sun & Salt (110.2 proof): Features Bananas Foster, sour apple, and demerara sugar.

Mashbills used in the Flight Series bourbon and rye whiskeys:

• 6-year-old Kentucky Straight Rye (80% rye, 12% corn, 8% malted barley)
• 5-year-old Kentucky Straight Rye (80% rye, 12% corn, 8% malted barley)
• 5-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon (75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley)
• 5-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon (65% corn, 30% rye, 5% malted barley)

Each 750-milliliter bottle has a suggested retail price of $124.99 and is now available in Alaska, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington, D.C., Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington.

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Blue Run Spirits was acquired by Molson Coors in 2023 and operates under its Coors Spirits Co. division. The brand continues to target collectors and enthusiasts with limited runs and elegant packaging.