{"product_id":"upthegrove-laura-upthegrove-2-year-light-whiskey-100-proof","title":"UpTheGrove Laura Upthegrove 2 Year Light Whiskey 100 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eUpTheGrove Laura Upthegrove Light Whiskey is a distinctive 2-year-aged American light whiskey bottled at 100 proof, crafted by Indian River Distillery as part of their limited series collection. This Florida-made spirit delivers layered complexity and assertive character that honors the legendary \"Queen of the Everglades\" herself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the notorious Laura Upthegrove, who rode with the Timber Lake Gang through South Florida's untamed wilderness in the early 20th century, this whiskey embodies the rebellious spirit and balanced character of its namesake. Indian River Distillery has crafted this limited series expression to capture the essence of young Florida spirit, creating a whiskey that reflects both the wild heritage of the Everglades and the emerging craft distilling traditions of the Sunshine State.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh grain sweetness, vanilla bean, light oak spice, citrus zest, honey blossom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Layered corn sweetness, white pepper, caramel undertones, subtle tropical fruit notes, balanced oak influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium length with assertive spice, vanilla warmth, lingering grain character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican Light Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.0% (100 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndian River Distillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlorida and Indiana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraft Whiskey Exploration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Discovering the unique character of American light whiskey and Florida distilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Appreciation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honoring the outlaw legends and folk stories of early 20th-century Florida\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Portfolio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding a limited series expression from an emerging craft distillery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appreciating the layered complexity and assertive character at full proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does UpTheGrove Laura Upthegrove Light Whiskey taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis light whiskey offers layered grain sweetness with vanilla and caramel notes, balanced by white pepper spice and subtle tropical fruit influences. The 100-proof bottling strength delivers assertive character while maintaining the smooth, approachable nature characteristic of well-crafted light whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is light whiskey and how is it different from bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight whiskey is distilled at higher proof than bourbon (between 160-190 proof versus bourbon's maximum 160 proof) and aged in used or uncharred oak barrels rather than new charred oak. This results in a lighter color and more subtle oak influence, allowing the grain character to shine through with less vanilla and caramel intensity than traditional bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho was Laura Upthegrove and why is she featured on this whiskey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaura Upthegrove was known as \"The Queen of the Everglades\" and rode with the Timber Lake Gang, a band of early 20th-century outlaws who operated in South Florida's wild interior. She has become a legendary figure in regional folk stories, and this limited series whiskey honors her rebellious spirit and the untamed character of historical Florida.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this whiskey good for cocktails or better neat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 100-proof strength and layered character make this whiskey excellent both neat and in cocktails. Its assertive grain sweetness and spice profile work beautifully in classic whiskey cocktails like Old Fashioneds or Manhattans, while the complexity rewards careful neat sipping to appreciate its unique light whiskey character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Florida whiskey different from traditional whiskey regions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlorida's warm, humid climate accelerates the aging process and creates unique flavor interactions between the spirit and barrel. The tropical environment can impart subtle fruit notes and different oak extraction patterns compared to Kentucky or Tennessee whiskeys, resulting in distinctive regional character that reflects the Sunshine State's emerging craft distilling identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Upthegrove","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48956946710768,"sku":"ULU2YLW100P","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/6958\/5335\/files\/front_6981760a-322c-40f4-8763-bb81911039f2.jpg?v=1772904750","url":"https:\/\/huntsmanheritage.com\/products\/upthegrove-laura-upthegrove-2-year-light-whiskey-100-proof","provider":"Huntsman Heritage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}