Ironton Distillery, Named the Preferred Whiskey of Colorado State University, Announces CAM's 1870 Straight Single Malt Whiskey

Named in honor of CSU’s founding year, and bottled at 87 proof, CAM’s 1870 is a true collaborative effort. Members of CSU Athletics, CSU Alumni, and the Fermentation Science Program were actively involved in tasting and selecting barrels, designing the label, and launching the product. This collective process ensured that CAM’s 1870 reflects the pride, tradition, and excellence that define the Ram community.

“We’re excited to work with CSU to create a whiskey that celebrates the Ram legacy,” said Laura Walters Co-Founder & Head Distiller of Ironton Distillery. “We’ve crafted a whiskey that not only honors CSU’s heritage but also gives back to the university in a meaningful way.” 

Whiskey Specs 

CAM’s 1870 American Single Malt Whiskey features a rich, full-bodied flavor profile with pecan, apricot, cedar, sarsaparilla, and cherry notes. This grain-to-glass whiskey, aged for a minimum of 2 years in char #2 New American Oak Barrels, has been crafted with 100% malted barley, sourced from Northern Colorado and malted in Fort Collins. 

Launch at CSU Homecoming 

The release of CAM's 1870 will take place during CSU’s Homecoming Game on October 26 with sampling available at events throughout the weekend. CAM’s 1870 will be widely available in Fort Collins and distributed across Colorado. For those unable to visit in person, bottles will also be available for purchase online, with direct shipping to your doorstep. The whiskey will also be available at Ironton Distillery’s Denver tasting room on October 28th. 

A portion of the proceeds from each bottle sold will benefit CSU Athletics, the CSU Alumni Association, and CSU’s Fermentation Science Program. In addition to financial support, Ironton Distillery is committed to supporting CSU in other meaningful ways: 

 Raise a glass to Ram Pride and support CSU with every sip of CAM’s 1870 Single Malt Whiskey.