2024 Old Fitzgerald Bottled in Bond 11 Year

A little background

Old Fitzgerald Bottled-In-Bond is one of the few bottles that can be instantly identified on the shelf. This iconic decanter is inspired from the original 1950’s Old Fitzgerald diamond decanter. This bourbon was first registered in 1884 and was eventually sold to Julian P. “Pappy” Van Winkle during Prohibition. Pappy moved production of this bourbon to his distillery making Old Fitz the first great Wheated Bourbon. Heaven Hill Purchased the brand in 1999 and moved production to their Bernheim Distillery in Louisville, Kentucky.

The Old Fitzgerald decanter series is released once in the fall and once in the spring each year. The mash bill consists of 75% corn, 20% wheat, and 5% malted barley. The bourbon is 100 proof and has a varying age statement based on the release date.

The fall 2024 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey carries a 11-year age statement and has an MSRP of $154.99 USD.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn glass)

Color

Gold

Nose

Caramel, vanilla, rye spice, campfire smoke cinnamon, and baking spice.

Palate

Cherry, fudge, caramelized sugar, white pepper, clove, nutmeg, leather, cherry, vanilla, and oak.

Finish

Candied orange, toasted marshmallows, pepper, barrel char, cherry, baking spices and oak.

In closing

The 2024 fall release of the 11-Year Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond offers a well-rounded and thoroughly enjoyable bourbon experience. Its mellow, vanilla-forward nose is complemented by a touch of spice, leading into an oily palate packed with layers of cherry, caramelized sugar, and warming spices. The medium-long finish carries notes of toasted marshmallow, candied orange, and barrel char, leaving a lasting impression of classic bourbon flavors. A refined and balanced expression, this release is a testament to the enduring quality of the Old Fitzgerald legacy.

The Bourbon tasted for this review was provided by Heaven Hill Distillery with no strings attached.