Old Fitzgerald 6 Year Bottled-in-Bond 100 Proof Bourbon 1966 Half Gallon
A Vintage Classic from the Stitzel-Weller Distillery
This half-gallon is truly a rare piece of bourbon history. Distilled at Stitzel Weller in 1966 during the Van Winkle era and bottled in the 1972 the same year the distillery was sold.
As a Bottled-in-Bond expression, this wheated bourbon was bottled at exactly 100 proof, ensuring a robust and authentic flavor profile. The "Old Fitz" of this period is famous for its rich texture and lack of rye bite, relying instead on wheat to provide a soft, sweet finish.
Because this is a vintage "Half Gallon" (approximately 1.89 Liters), it contains significantly more whiskey than modern standard bottles, making it an impressive addition to a bar or collection.
Flavor Notes Expect the classic profile that made Stitzel-Weller famous: a heavy, oily mouthfeel with deep notes of caramel, butterscotch, and seasoned oak. Unlike modern bourbons, these vintage bottlings often carry unique "dusty" notes—a complexity that can only be achieved through decades of preservation.
Bottle Specifications:
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Vintage: Distilled 1966 / Bottled 1972
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Proof: 100 (50% ABV)
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Size: Half Gallon (Approx. 1.89L)
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Distillery: Stitzel-Weller (DSP-KY-16)
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Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Wheated Mash Bill)
A Vintage Classic from the Stitzel-Weller Distillery
This half-gallon is truly a rare piece of bourbon history. Distilled at Stitzel Weller in 1966 during the Van Winkle era and bottled in the 1972 the same year the distillery was sold.
As a Bottled-in-Bond expression, this wheated bourbon was bottled at exactly 100 proof, ensuring a robust and authentic flavor profile. The "Old Fitz" of this period is famous for its rich texture and lack of rye bite, relying instead on wheat to provide a soft, sweet finish.
Because this is a vintage "Half Gallon" (approximately 1.89 Liters), it contains significantly more whiskey than modern standard bottles, making it an impressive addition to a bar or collection.
Flavor Notes Expect the classic profile that made Stitzel-Weller famous: a heavy, oily mouthfeel with deep notes of caramel, butterscotch, and seasoned oak. Unlike modern bourbons, these vintage bottlings often carry unique "dusty" notes—a complexity that can only be achieved through decades of preservation.
Bottle Specifications:
-
Vintage: Distilled 1966 / Bottled 1972
-
Proof: 100 (50% ABV)
-
Size: Half Gallon (Approx. 1.89L)
-
Distillery: Stitzel-Weller (DSP-KY-16)
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Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Wheated Mash Bill)
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A Vintage Classic from the Stitzel-Weller Distillery
This half-gallon is truly a rare piece of bourbon history. Distilled at Stitzel Weller in 1966 during the Van Winkle era and bottled in the 1972 the same year the distillery was sold.
As a Bottled-in-Bond expression, this wheated bourbon was bottled at exactly 100 proof, ensuring a robust and authentic flavor profile. The "Old Fitz" of this period is famous for its rich texture and lack of rye bite, relying instead on wheat to provide a soft, sweet finish.
Because this is a vintage "Half Gallon" (approximately 1.89 Liters), it contains significantly more whiskey than modern standard bottles, making it an impressive addition to a bar or collection.
Flavor Notes Expect the classic profile that made Stitzel-Weller famous: a heavy, oily mouthfeel with deep notes of caramel, butterscotch, and seasoned oak. Unlike modern bourbons, these vintage bottlings often carry unique "dusty" notes—a complexity that can only be achieved through decades of preservation.
Bottle Specifications:
-
Vintage: Distilled 1966 / Bottled 1972
-
Proof: 100 (50% ABV)
-
Size: Half Gallon (Approx. 1.89L)
-
Distillery: Stitzel-Weller (DSP-KY-16)
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Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Wheated Mash Bill)
