Old Fitzgerald 9 Year Old Bottled In Bond 2025 Spring Release 750mL

Old Fitzgerald 9 Year Old Bottled In Bond – Spring 2025 Release

750 mL | 100 Proof (50% ABV) | Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon | Aged 9 Years | Bernheim Distillery, Louisville, KY

Process & Profile

The Spring 2025 release of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond continues the legacy of this iconic wheated bourbon brand, now distilled and aged by Heaven Hill at the historic Bernheim Distillery. As a Bottled-in-Bond bourbon, it adheres strictly to the federal regulations established in 1897: distilled in a single season by one distiller, aged at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottled at exactly 100 proof.

This 9-year-old expression is presented in the ornate Old Fitzgerald decanter-style bottle, inspired by the 1950s-era diamond decanters that once defined luxury bourbon. Crafted with a wheated mash bill, it offers a smoother, rounder profile than traditional rye-forward bourbons.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Toasted oak, vanilla bean, dried fruit, and cinnamon

• Palate: Rich caramel, brown sugar, buttery toffee, and gentle spice

• Finish: Long and elegant, with notes of baking spice and oak warmth

What Makes It Special

• Bottled-in-Bond and aged 9 full years for complexity and structure

• Part of the collectible Old Fitzgerald Decanter Series, released biannually

• Uses a wheated mash bill for a smoother, softer flavor profile

• Distilled at the Bernheim Distillery by Heaven Hill

• Honoring the brand’s origins dating back to 1884 and ties to Pappy Van Winkle

How to Enjoy

Best appreciated neat or with a splash of water to open up its layered character. Its refined profile also makes it an excellent sipping bourbon for celebratory moments or as a centerpiece in a premium whiskey tasting.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the mash bill of Old Fitzgerald?
   It uses Heaven Hill’s wheated bourbon mash bill—corn, wheat, and malted barley (no rye).

2. Is this a limited release?
   Yes, the Old Fitzgerald Decanter Series is released twice a year—each with a different age statement and limited availability.

3. What does “Bottled-in-Bond” mean?
   It means the bourbon was distilled in one season, aged at least four years, and bottled at 100 proof under strict government supervision.

4. Is this a collector’s item?
   Absolutely. Each decanter-style bottle is a highly sought-after release among whiskey enthusiasts.