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New Releases: Knob Creek, Fierce & Kind, Wyoming Whiskey, Bear Fight

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2 years ago

June 10, 2024

New Releases: Knob Creek, Fierce & Kind, Wyoming Whiskey, Bear Fight

New American whiskey and bourbon releases from the past week include an extra-aged expression from Knob Creek and a limited-edition Pride expression from Fierce & Kind. Wyoming Whiskey releases Outryder 2024, and Next Century Spirits releases a tequila-finished bourbon.

Knob Creek 10 Year Old Rye Whiskey

New 10 Year Old Knob Creek Rye — Knob Creek adds an extra-aged rye to its core portfolio. Credit: Knob Creek

Beloved whiskey brand, Knob Creek, has expanded its core portfolio with the addition of a 10 Year Old Rye Whiskey.

The new rye whiskey is distilled pre-Prohibition style in deeply charred barrels with a rich and spicy profile. Made from the same mash bill as the brand’s 7 Year Old Rye, this whiskey is aged for three extra years, resulting in a deep and complex rye whiskey bottled at 100 proof.

Tasting notes for the new release are as follows:

“Color: Tawny with waves of copper
Aroma: Rich caramel and vanilla, deep rye spice, and dried apple
Taste: Black peppercorn, creamy vanilla and caramel, and hints of deep oak and char
Finish: Smooth, lingering notes of baking spice”

The Knob Creek 10 Year Old Rye Whiskey is now available nationwide with an RRP of $69.99.

Fierce & Kind Limited Pride Release Straight (Gay) Bourbon

New release Fierce & Kind Straight (Gay Bourbon) — Fierce & Kind celebrate Pride Month with exclusive bottlings. Credit: Fierce & Kind

In celebration of Pride Month, Fierce & Kind has unveiled some limited edition Pride expressions. These include the Straight (Gay) Bourbon, and a single barrel expression.

The Fierce & Kind Limited Pride Release Straight (Gay) Bourbon is a limited edition bottling of the brand’s award-winning 86 proof straight whiskey. Distilled from sustainably sourced local grains, the Straight (Gay) Whiskey was aged for two years and 11 months prior to bottling.

Tasting notes for this new release are: “A very accessible yet sophisticated bourbon with notes of fruit, vanilla, caramel, and cream layered until a slight rye spice finish.”

The Single Barrel Cask Strength Straight (Gay) Bourbon Whiskey is also an award winner, picking up a Gold Medal at the ASCOT Awards 2023. Bottled at 110 proof, this single barrel expression is an easy drinker.

In honor of Pride Month and all those who celebrate, Fierce & Kind is donating 25% of all profits from the sale of its limited Pride expressions to The San Diego LGBT Community Center. The center supports “the health, wellbeing and human rights of the full diversity of San Diego’s LGBTQ community through targeted programs and services”. Fierce & Kind, a minority and woman-led brand, has always strived to support those who are underprivileged in their community.

The Fierce & Kind Limited Edition Pride bottles can be pre-ordered here. Happy Pride!

Wyoming Whiskey Outryder 2024 Straight American Whiskey

Wyoming Whiskey has unveiled the 2024 edition of its famous Outryder Straight American Whiskey. Billed as “neither a bourbon or a true rye”, the whiskey was distilled from a blend of two different mash bills.

The resulting tasting notes are as follows:

“Nose: Baked orchard fruit with cinnamon and chocolate hazelnut
Palate: Maple syrup with candied walnuts and orange bitters
Finish: Lingering chocolate and espresso bean”

Outryder was first released in 2016, and is to this day a flagship expression from Wyoming Whiskey, constituting the brand’s first use of rye grain. However, the use of rye grain was something of a reluctant action on the part of Bourbon Hall of Famer, Steve Nally. Nally, who was Wyoming Whiskey’s distiller in 2010, was asked by co-founder David DeFazio to create a rye whiskey. Nally was reluctant and expressed that he did not want to work with rye.

According to the press release: “The founders encouraged Nally to reconsider, and he ultimately surrendered to the request. Two different whiskies were laid down in late 2011, nearly 100 barrels of “rye” and 200 barrels of bourbon made with rye.

“In 2016, after Nally had left Wyoming Whiskey, it was time to bottle. New distiller Sam Mead called DeFazio to explain that the whiskey Nally had produced was only 48% rye, which disqualified it from the rye whiskey category. The team was stunned. DeFazio called Nally and said, “I want you to know that the ‘rye’ you made is spectacular — but why did you use only 48% rye in the mash bill?” Nally responded with an implied smirk, “Because I told you I didn’t want to make a rye.” Thus, Wyoming Whiskey Outryder was born.”

The new Wyoming Whiskey Outryder is currently available only in Wyoming for an RRP of $84.99.

Next Century Spirits Bear Fight Kentucky Reserve

Last but not least is a new experimental cask finish from Next Century Spirits. Bear Fight Kentucky Reserve is 3 Year Old Bourbon whiskey finished in reposado tequila casks.

The whiskey is distilled from a mash bill comprising 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4 malted barley. It was aged for a minimum of three years before being finished in the tequila casks, imparting notes of peppery spice and caramel. Full tasting notes are:

“Nose: Toasted oak, vanilla, a touch of cloves, hint of black pepper and cooked agave
Tasting notes: Vanilla, caramel and peppery spice
Finish: This whiskey finishes like a tequila with a subtle smokiness at the back of the palate”

Speaking about the unique release, Anthony Moniello (Co-CEO of Next Century Spirits) said: “Coming off the success of our initial brand launch with Bear Fight American Single Malt, we wanted to push the boundaries of what a bourbon can be. We wanted to craft an innovative bourbon that allowed us to tap into two growing liquor categories and by leveraging ex-reposado barrels to finish our whiskey, we know we will not only stand out on shelves but also index our business into the thriving bourbon and tequila categories.”

With an RRP of $34.99, Bear Fight Kentucky Reserve is available at selected stores in CT, KY, IL, MN, and NJ, as well as at BearFightWhiskey.com. The nationwide rollout will begin later in 2024.

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Severe thunderstorms, tornado risk threaten southeast Wyoming today, Tuesday

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4 hours ago

June 1, 2026

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Severe thunderstorms, tornado risk threaten southeast Wyoming today, Tuesday

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — Severe thunderstorms capable of producing large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes could hit southeast Wyoming this afternoon and Tuesday.

The National Weather Service issued a level two out of five slight risk for the eastern high plains on Monday.

There is a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 5) for severe weather on Monday. The strongest storms are expected between 3 and 9 p.m. (National Weather Service graphic)

All modes of severe weather are possible: hail, damaging wind gusts, and an isolated tornado or two. (National Weather Service graphic)

Cheyenne has a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m. today, with a forecast high near 73 degrees. Winds will shift from the northwest to the southeast at 10–15 mph during the morning hours. Storm chances drop to 20% before 9 p.m., and areas of fog will develop after midnight as temperatures fall to a low around 52.

Tuesday brings a repeat of storm threats after noon. Morning fog will give way to mostly cloudy skies, which will gradually clear later in the day with a high near 75. Low-level moisture and atmospheric spin along and east of the Interstate 25 corridor could trigger severe conditions, with large hail listed as the main threat.

Showers remain possible mid-week, with a 50% chance of rain on Wednesday afternoon and a high near 77 degrees^.

A drying and warming trend will settle over Laramie County starting Thursday. High temperatures will climb to 79 on Thursday, 82 on Friday, and peak at 85 under sunny skies on Saturday.

Any remaining storms later in the week will likely produce high winds rather than rain due to dry air near the surface.

Detailed Forecast

Today: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m. Sunny, with a high near 73. North northwest wind 5–10 mph becoming south southeast 10–15 mph in the morning.
Tonight: A 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9 p.m. Areas of fog after midnight. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 52. South southeast wind 5–10 mph.
Tuesday: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Patchy fog before 8 a.m. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 75. South southeast wind 5–15 mph.
Tuesday Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9 p.m., then a slight chance of showers between 9 p.m. and midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. South southeast wind 5–10 mph becoming west southwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Wednesday: A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. West wind around 5 mph becoming east in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9 p.m., then a chance of showers between 9 p.m. and midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 48. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Thursday: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 79.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 51.
Friday: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Sunny, with a high near 82.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 51.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 85.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 52.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 84.

More on the weather is available at the National Weather Service website.

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Your Wyoming Sunrise: Monday, June 1, 2026

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14 hours ago

May 31, 2026

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Your Wyoming Sunrise: Monday, June 1, 2026

Today’s Wyoming sunrise was captured by Tom Boatman. Tom writes, “I took this at Goldeneye Reservoir. Pelicans enjoying the morning…”

To submit your Wyoming sunrise photo, email us at: News@CowboyStateDaily.com

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Don Day’s Wyoming Weather Forecast: Sunday, May 31, 2026

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1 day ago

May 31, 2026

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Chance of rain in parts of Wyoming on Sunday with some sun in the south. Breezy overnight with a chance of rain early. Highs from the mid 50s to near 80. Lows from the mid 20s to upper 40s.

Central:

Casper: Chance of rain, otherwise partly sunny and breezy today with a high near 71 and wind gusts as high as 34 mph. Partly cloudy and breezy overnight with a slight chance of rain before 8 p.m., a low near 43 and wind gusts as high as 31 mph.

Riverton: Chance of rain, otherwise mostly sunny and breezy today with a high near 72 and wind gusts as high as 33 mph. Mostly clear and breezy overnight with a slight chance of rain before 7 p.m., a low near 41 and wind gusts as high as 25 mph.

Shoshoni: Chance of rain, otherwise partly sunny and windy today with a high near 70 and wind gusts as high as 37 mph. Mostly clear and windy overnight with a slight chance of rain before 7 p.m., a low near 43 and wind gusts as high as 36 mph.

Southwest:

Evanston: Sunny today with a high near 61 and mostly clear overnight with a low near 33.

Green River: Sunny and breezy today with a high near 66 and wind gusts as high as 28 mph. Mostly clear and breezy overnight with a low near 38 and wind gusts as high as 24 mph.

Kemmerer: Breezy, gradually becoming sunny today with a high near 61 and wind gusts as high as 29 mph. Increasing clouds and breezy overnight with a low near 33 and wind gusts as high as 23 mph.

Western Wyoming:

Pinedale: Slight chance of rain, breezy, gradually becoming sunny today with a high near 59 and wind gusts as high as 28 mph. Mostly clear and blustery overnight with a low near 29 and wind gusts as high as 25 mph.

Alpine: Chance of rain, gradually clearing today with a high near 64 and wind gusts as high as 20 mph. Mostly clear overnight with a low near 35.

Big Piney: Breezy, gradually becoming sunny today with a high near 62 and wind gusts as high as 29 mph. Mostly clear and blustery overnight with a low near 27 and wind gusts as high as 25 mph.

Northwest:

Dubois: Chance of rain mainly after 1 p.m., otherwise mostly sunny and breezy today with a high near 57 and wind gusts as high as 37 mph. Mostly clear and windy overnight with a low near 34 and wind gusts as high as 40 mph.

Jackson: Chance of rain, gradually becoming mostly sunny today with a high near 62 and wind gusts as high as 20 mph. Mostly clear overnight with a low near 33.

Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park: Rain likely today with a high near 50 and wind gusts as high as 24 mph. Gradually becoming mostly clear overnight with a chance of rain before 11 p.m., a low near 29 and wind gusts as high as 21 mph.

Bighorn Basin:

Thermopolis: Rain likely today with a high near 66 and mostly clear overnight with a slight chance of rain before 9 p.m. and a low near 43.

Cody: Rain likely, cloudy and breezy today with a high near 63 and wind gusts as high as 24 mph. Gradually becoming mostly clear overnight with a chance of rain before 10 p.m. and a low near 43.

Ten Sleep: Rain likely, breezy today with a high near 65 and wind gusts as high as 23 mph. Gradually becoming clear overnight with a slight chance of rain before 9 p.m., a low near 45 and wind gusts as high as 21 mph.

North Central:

Buffalo: Rain likely, breezy today with a high near 61 and wind gusts as high as 22 mph. Partly cloudy overnight with a slight chance of rain before 8 p.m., a low near 44 and wind gusts as high as 21 mph.

Sheridan: Rain likely, mostly cloudy today with a high near 64 and wind from 16-21 mph. Gradually becoming mostly clear overnight with a slight chance of rain before 9 p.m., a low near 38 and wind from 11-16 mph.

Big Horn: Rain likely today with a high near 62 and wind from 11-16 mph. Gradually becoming mostly clear overnight with a slight chance of rain before 9 p.m. and a low near 42.

Northeast:

Gillette: Rain likely today with a high near 63 and wind gusts as high as 26 mph. Partly cloudy overnight with a slight chance of rain before midnight, a low near 39 and wind gusts as high as 26 mph.

Newcastle: Rain likely today with a high near 69 and wind gusts as high as 23 mph. Partly cloudy overnight with a chance of rain before midnight, a low near 43 and wind gusts as high as 23 mph.

Upton: Rain likely today with a high near 67 and wind gusts as high as 22 mph. Partly cloudy overnight with a chance of rain before midnight, a low near 39 and wind gusts as high as 23 mph.

Eastern Plains:

Torrington: Sunny and breezy today with a high near 81 and wind gusts as high as 35 mph. Mostly clear and breezy overnight with a low near 48 and wind gusts as high as 30 mph.

Lusk: Chance of rain after noon, otherwise mostly sunny and breezy today with a high near 71 and wind gusts as high as 30 mph. Partly cloudy and breezy overnight with a slight chance of rain before 9 p.m., a low near 40 and wind gusts as high as 30 mph.

Midwest: Rain likely, otherwise partly sunny and breezy today with a high near 68 and wind gusts as high as 29 mph. Breezy, gradually becoming clear overnight with a slight chance of rain before 8 p.m., a low near 40 and wind gusts as high as 25 mph.

Southeast:

Cheyenne: Sunny and breezy today with a high near 75 and wind gusts as high as 40 mph. Mostly clear and breezy overnight with a low near 46 and wind gusts as high as 30 mph.

Laramie: Sunny and windy today with a high near 67 and wind gusts as high as 45 mph. Mostly clear and breezy overnight with a low near 38 and wind gusts as high as 40 mph.

Medicine Bow: Mostly sunny and windy today with a high near 68 and wind gusts as high as 50 mph. Mostly clear and windy overnight with a low near 37 and wind gusts as high as 45 mph.

South Central:

Rawlins: Mostly sunny and windy today with a high near 67 and wind gusts as high as 45 mph. Mostly clear and breezy overnight with a low near 40 and wind gusts as high as 40 mph.

Saratoga: Mostly sunny and windy today with a high near 68 and wind gusts as high as 45 mph. Mostly clear and breezy overnight with a low near 38 and wind gusts as high as 35 mph.

Hanna: Mostly sunny and windy today with a high near 66 and wind gusts as high as 50 mph. Mostly clear and windy overnight with a low near 38 and wind gusts as high as 40 mph.

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