{"product_id":"kentucky-colonel-1988-national-distillers","title":"Kentucky Colonel 1988 (National Distillers) - 80 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience a genuine taste of bourbon history with the 1988 Kentucky Colonel Straight Bourbon. Bottled under US Government supervision, this smooth 80 proof expression offers a refined journey through classic Kentucky flavors, a true relic from a bygone era for discerning collectors and enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n      \r\n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A delicate and inviting aroma, opening with soft notes of dried apricot and candied orange peel, intermingled with classic bourbon sweetness of vanilla bean and a hint of warm sugar cookie. A subtle earthy undertone, perhaps of worn leather or old oak, hints at its age and heritage, while a whisper of almond extract adds complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is smooth and surprisingly gentle for its proof, delivering a core of sweet corn and butterscotch. Mid-palate, a gentle spice emerges – perhaps a touch of white pepper and nutmeg – beautifully balanced by rich caramel and toasted hazelnut. There's a subtle fruitiness, leaning towards baked apple or pear, with a lingering kiss of sweet oak that speaks to its years in barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A clean, medium-length finish that remains remarkably soft and elegant. The sweetness fades gracefully, leaving behind a pleasant warmth and a faint echo of oak and a whisper of dark chocolate. No harshness or heat, just a refined and satisfying conclusion that encourages another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n      \r\n      \r\n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Kentucky Colonel Distillery Co. in Frankfort, KY, while not a major player in modern bourbon history, bottled spirits under United States Government Supervision. Products from this era, particularly those bottled in 1988, represent a unique snapshot of Kentucky bourbon production from a time when many historic distilleries were still in operation and liquid from older stocks was often incorporated, even if not explicitly age-stated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SubRosaSelections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47642796490970,"sku":"1988 KY CO 0247","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/Kentucky_Colonel_1988_National_Distillers_-1_75a914ee-5140-4843-a55a-8ba7b00ef856.png?v=1777057419","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/kentucky-colonel-1988-national-distillers","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}