Old Fitzgerald 17 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey 750 mL

Description

The Old Fitzgerald 17-Year-Old Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon Whiskey is an ultra-aged expression from Heaven Hill’s prestigious Bottled-in-Bond Decanter Series. Distilled from a wheated bourbon mash bill and aged for nearly two decades, this release delivers extraordinary depth, elegance, and character.

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Deep amber with rich copper hues

• Nose: Layers of red fruit, vanilla bean, fried dough, toffee, and seasoned oak

• Palate: Bold yet balanced flavors of cherry, fig, strawberry jam, aged oak, and French vanilla

• Finish: Long and dry with lingering notes of leather, cigar box, vanilla custard, and butterscotch

Vital Stats:

• Mash Bill: Wheated bourbon (corn, wheat, malted barley)

• ABV: 50% (100 proof, Bottled-in-Bond)

• Aging: 17 years

• Bottle Size: 750 mL

Ideal For:

An exceptional choice for collectors, bourbon historians, and anyone seeking a rare, well-aged wheated bourbon. Best enjoyed neat in a Glencairn glass to fully experience its layered complexity.

FAQ:

1. What makes this release Bottled-in-Bond?
It meets all Bottled-in-Bond criteria: distilled in one season, aged in a federally bonded warehouse for at least four years, and bottled at 100 proof.

2. How does the wheated mash bill influence the flavor?
Wheat softens the profile, emphasizing sweetness, fruit, and vanilla over rye spice.

3. Is this a limited edition?
Yes, it’s part of a rotating series with each release drawn from a unique set of barrels and vintage.

Available at Whiskey Caviar.