Heaven Hill Distillery Unveils Fall 2023 Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Series

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BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Heaven Hill Distillery

BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Heaven Hill Distillery has recently announced the launch of the Fall 2023 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This release, which marks the twelfth national edition, is notable for being 8 years old and is a continuation of the distillery’s decanter series.

Key Features of the Fall 2023 Edition:

  • Age: The whiskey, aged for 8 years, consists of barrels produced in Fall 2015.
  • Packaging: It is presented in an ornate decanter, characterized by a distinctive black label.
  • Transparency: True to the bottled-in-bond tradition, a tax strip on the bottle provides information about the production and bottling dates.
  • Availability: Offered in 750ml bottles, this edition is distributed on an allocated basis.
  • Bottled-in-Bond Compliance: The whiskey adheres to strict bottled-in-bond standards, being the product of a single distillery from a single distilling season, aged a minimum of four years, and bottled at 100 proof (50% alcohol by volume).
  • Retail Price: Suggested at $109.99.

Tasting Notes:

  • Appearance: The whiskey exhibits a bright burnished copper color.
  • Aroma: Aromatically, it features notes of brown sugar, toasted bread, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Flavor Profile: On the palate, it begins with peaches and cream, followed by a peppery spice and caramel sweetness. The finish is characterized by lingering spice, peach, pear, and a caramelized brown sugar aftertaste.

Brand Legacy:

  • Heaven Hill Distillery, a leader in the Bottled-in-Bond category, has been recognized for its commitment to producing premium American whiskey.
  • The Old Fitzgerald line, acquired by Heaven Hill in 1999, carries a rich distilling pedigree. It is named after John E. Fitzgerald, an influential figure in the bourbon industry, also celebrated through the Larceny Bourbon brand.