High-proof spirits, like Four Queens, were very common before and after Prohibition. Over time, the alcohol levels in most spirits were reduced, but today’s spirit enthusiasts and bartenders once again appreciate a high-proof spirit.

Four Queens has survived the test of time. This product has been around for so long it's new again. Best of all, Four Queens is both high-proof and affordable. It's also known as an ingredient in the making of Boilo, the traditional Christmas or Yule time drink in the Coal Region of northeastern and east central Pennsylvania.
— Distiller’s notes