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. Currently, this bourbon can be found in 9, 11, and the newly released 13-year-old vintages with a MSRP of $150.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Copper

Nose

The nose is bight with notes of cinnamon, vanilla, caramel, and oak spice

Palate

The first sip has a medium viscosity that coats the entire mouth. Notes of brown sugar and toasted oak are prominent. The second sip is creamy with notes of vanilla, tree nuts, and caramel. The third sip is a beautiful combination of the tasting notes listed above, however, all of the flavors are present and pronounced.

Finish

This bourbon has a medium-long finish. Different notes become evident through the finishing including brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, cherry, char, and oak spice.

In conclusion

The Old Fitzgerald Bottled-In-Bond Decanter Series is more than hype. The tradition and heritage associated with this brand is absolutely represented by the bourbon that is being bottled today. Old Fitz 11 year has a creamy mouth feel with the traditional notes most bourbon loves crave. There is nice heat since this product is bottled at 100 proof. This product is limited but is worth the investment to have it in your collection.