Old Fitzgerald 17 Year Old Bottled In Bond 2022 Spring Release 750mL is a rare and distinguished Kentucky straight bourbon from the Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Decanter Series, crafted by the legendary Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. Aged for an impressive 17 years in new charred American oak barrels, this limited-release bourbon exemplifies the pinnacle of aging and craftsmanship in the wheated bourbon category.

Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) in accordance with the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, Old Fitzgerald 17 Year balances the soft sweetness of wheat with the deep complexity of extended oak aging. Presented in the collection’s ornate glass decanter, this release offers sophisticated notes of caramel, leather, oak, and spice—making it one of the most collectible and refined bourbons ever produced by Heaven Hill.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich aromas of aged oak, vanilla, caramel, and brown sugar with subtle hints of tobacco and baking spice.

• Palate: Full-bodied and velvety with layers of toffee, honey, oak spice, and dark fruit balanced by warm wheat sweetness.

• Finish: Long and luxurious with lingering notes of caramelized sugar, oak, and leather.

FAQs

Q: What makes Old Fitzgerald 17 Year special?
A: It’s part of the Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Decanter Series, aged a full 17 years using Heaven Hill’s wheated bourbon mash bill, resulting in exceptional depth, smoothness, and maturity.

Q: What is the proof or ABV?
A: Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) to meet the strict standards of the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897.

Q: Where is it produced?
A: Distilled, aged, and bottled by Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky—one of America’s most acclaimed bourbon producers.

Q: What does it taste like?
A: Expect deep caramel and vanilla flavors layered with oak, toffee, spice, and subtle fruit, all carried by a smooth, wheat-driven finish.

Q: How rare is Old Fitzgerald 17 Year?
A: Extremely limited—each bottle is part of a small, seasonal decanter release highly prized by collectors and connoisseurs.

Q: How should I enjoy Old Fitzgerald 17 Year?
A: Best enjoyed neat or with a single drop of water to unlock its full aroma and flavor complexity.