{"product_id":"old-fitzgerald-bottled-in-bond-10-year-bourbon-spring-2026-edition","title":"Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Bourbon Spring 2026 Edition","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"entry-content article\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"border-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOld Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Bourbon Spring 2026 Edition\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 50% ABV | 100 Proof | 750mL | 10 Year Age Statement | Bottled in Bond | Wheated Bourbon | Spring 2026 Limited Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Bourbon Spring 2026 Edition is the \u003cstrong\u003e17th national release\u003c\/strong\u003e in Heaven Hill's highly allocated Old Fitzgerald Decanter Series. Distilled during the spring 2016 distilling season and bottled in spring 2026, this release carries a full \u003cstrong\u003e10-year age statement\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bourbon uses Heaven Hill's historic \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fitzgerald wheated mash bill of 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e. Replacing rye with wheat creates a softer, rounder foundation that develops layers of caramelized sweetness, baked goods, oak, and warm spice during extended maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Bottled-in-Bond whiskey, the bourbon comes from one distillery and one distilling season, matures for at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and is bottled at exactly \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spring 2026 edition is presented in Old Fitzgerald's signature ornate \u003cstrong\u003e750mL diamond decanter with a green label\u003c\/strong\u003e, distinguishing it as a spring release within the collectible series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crème brûlée, mature oak, and subtle citrus oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterscotch, caramelized sugar, toasted bread, and rich wheated bourbon sweetness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft and sweet with lingering caramel followed by warming clove and black pepper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spring 2026 Old Fitzgerald release combines a \u003cstrong\u003e10-year age statement, Bottled-in-Bond designation, historic wheated mash bill, and collectible decanter presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery barrel used for this edition was produced during the spring 2016 distilling season and matured until spring 2026. That decade in oak develops greater depth while the wheat-driven recipe helps maintain the softer sweetness associated with Old Fitzgerald.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe series also provides unusual transparency through its tax strip, which identifies when the whiskey was produced and bottled. For the Spring 2026 edition, those dates directly document its spring 2016-to-spring 2026 maturation period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003egreen label\u003c\/strong\u003e follows the established color convention for spring releases, while the diamond-shaped bottle draws inspiration from an original Old Fitzgerald decanter from the 1950s. The key graphic references the brand's historic slogan, “Your key to hospitality.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased on an allocated basis beginning in July 2026, this 10 Year edition continues one of Heaven Hill's most collectible limited bourbon series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Spring 2026 neat in a Glencairn or other whiskey tasting glass to experience its crème brûlée, butterscotch, toasted bread, caramel, oak, and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, it has enough structure to handle a few drops of water, which can reveal additional sweetness and soften the mature oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be served over one large ice cube, although its limited nature and decade of maturation make it particularly well suited to slow sipping neat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What is Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Bourbon Spring 2026 Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the 17th national release in Heaven Hill's Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Decanter Series, made from wheated bourbon distilled in spring 2016 and bottled in spring 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. What is the mash bill for Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Spring 2026?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOld Fitzgerald uses Heaven Hill's historic wheated bourbon recipe of \u003cstrong\u003e68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. What proof is Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Spring 2026?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spring 2026 edition is bottled at exactly \u003cstrong\u003e100 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, equal to \u003cstrong\u003e50% alcohol by volume\u003c\/strong\u003e, as required for Bottled-in-Bond whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. What does Old Fitzgerald 10 Year Spring 2026 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt offers crème brûlée, old oak, citrus oil, butterscotch, sugar, toasted bread, caramel, clove, and pepper with a soft, warming finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Where can I buy Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Bourbon Spring 2026 Edition?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can buy Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 10 Year Bourbon Spring 2026 Edition directly from The Barrel Tap, where you can shop limited-release bourbon and other premium whiskeys online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Heaven Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48999166968033,"sku":"096749007196","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/OldFitzgeraldBottled-in-Bond10YearBourbonSpring2026Edition.webp?v=1787861866","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/old-fitzgerald-bottled-in-bond-10-year-bourbon-spring-2026-edition","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}