Heaven Hill 27-Year-Old Barrel Proof Small Batch Bourbon was distilled at the Old Heaven Hill Springs Distillery before it was destroyed by fire in 1996.

Only 41 barrels filled in 1989 and 1990 passed taste testing for inclusion in the Bourbon.

Five of the barrels were aged on the first and second floors of the building, where “increased humidity and evaporation caused the proof to drop”.

Bottled at 47.35% abv, it is said to have an aroma of dried fruits and baking spices, with pipe tobacco notes. The palate, meanwhile, offers an “explosion of vanilla and floral flavour with traces of pepper and clove”, followed by a “long and soft” finish.

The Bourbon will be presented in a wooden box bearing two H’s on each side to symbolize the Heaven Hill name.

“As stewards of the Bourbon movement we take pride in the perseverance that is a hallmark of Heaven Hill’s 83-year history,” said Heaven Hill president Max L Shapira.

“We remain committed to an enduring legacy of quality and patience, just as we have since 1935.”

About Heaven Hill Distilleries

Heaven Hill Distilleries is America's largest family-owned and operated distilled spirits producer and marketer. The company, now in its 80th year, has grown beyond its traditional roots as a Bourbon distiller to become the country's sixth largest distilled spirits producer and marketer with a portfolio of well-known, innovative and relevant products. In addition, Heaven Hill has seen its export business grow significantly with products now shipped to more than 100 countries worldwide.

Heaven Hill remains the world's second-largest holder of Bourbon Whiskey and produces some of the most successful distilled spirits brands in the U.S. including Evan Williams Bourbon; Larceny, Elijah Craig and Henry McKenna Bourbons, Burnett's Vodkas and Gin; Admiral Nelson’s and Blackheart Rums; HPNOTIQ Liqueur; The Christian Brothers Brandies; PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur; Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur; Lunazul Tequila; Cinerator Hot Cinnamon Flavored Whiskey and Rittenhouse Rye Whisky.

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