{"product_id":"evan-williams-8-year-1985-pre-fire","title":"Evan Williams 8-year 1985 (pre-fire) - 90 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience a true piece of bourbon history with the 1985 Evan Williams 8-Year-Old. This charcoal-filtered, 90-proof expression offers a surprisingly smooth and complex journey through rich caramel, baking spices, and a hint of seasoned oak, culminating in a pristine finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sophisticated and inviting bouquet, opening with classic bourbon notes of sweet caramel and vanilla bean, interwoven with a distinct nuttiness – perhaps roasted pecans or almonds. Subtle undertones of dried apricot, old leather, and a whisper of barrel char suggest its eight years of maturation. A delicate floral spice, like dried rose petals and a hint of allspice, emerges with time in the glass, hinting at the whiskey's age and charcoal filtering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first sip delivers a remarkably smooth and full-bodied experience, a testament to the charcoal filtering. Sweetness reigns initially with rich toffee, butterscotch, and candied orange peel. This quickly transitions to a complex medley of baking spices – cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of clove. The age is evident in a refined oak presence, not overpowering, but contributing notes of seasoned timber and dark chocolate. A pleasant, mild black pepper spice surfaces mid-palate, providing a lively counterbalance to the sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A long, warm, and exceptionally clean finish. The sweetness lingers with notes of maple syrup and dark fruit, while the oak spice gently fades, leaving behind a subtle, earthy dryness. The charcoal filtering is apparent here, contributing to a remarkably smooth and soft exit. A final whisper of tobacco leaf and a hint of warm leather completes a truly satisfying conclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Old Evan Williams Distillery, named after Kentucky's first commercial distiller who set up his stills in 1783, embodies a rich heritage of bourbon production. While the modern Heaven Hill Distillery now produces Evan Williams, this particular bottle hails from a period when the brand was undergoing significant evolution, reflecting traditional Kentucky distilling practices with an emphasis on quality and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SubRosaSelections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47642795049178,"sku":"1985 EW 8yr 0045","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/Evan_Williams_8-year_1985_pre-fire_-1_968929b7-36b9-456f-8dcb-01b2abd8d658.png?v=1777057779","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/evan-williams-8-year-1985-pre-fire","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}