{"product_id":"old-fitzgerald-prime-stitzel-weller-1980","title":"Old Fitzgerald Prime Stitzel Weller 1980","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience a genuine taste of bourbon history with the Old Fitzgerald Prime 1980. This 86-proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon, a pre-Stitzel-Weller sale gem, offers a classic wheated profile with unparalleled depth and character. Savor the intricate dance of aged oak, dried fruit, and warming spices that define this vintage marvel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A captivating and complex nose immediately transports you back in time. Initial notes of aged oak and mellow leather intermingle with a subtle sweetness of dried apricot and fig. A delicate hint of vanilla bean and toasted almond emerges, underpinned by a faint whisper of pipe tobacco and a touch of nutmeg spice. There's an underlying mustiness, indicative of long cellar aging, yet it remains vibrant and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate opens surprisingly soft and round for an 86 proof, gradually building in intensity. The classic Old Fitzgerald wheated profile shines through with a delightful creaminess. Sweet caramel and butterscotch notes lead, followed by a gentle warming spice of cinnamon and clove. Dark fruit, akin to dried cherries and plums, lingers mid-palate, complemented by a persistent, elegant oak presence that is dry but not astringent. A faint nuttiness and a hint of corn sweetness round out the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is remarkably long and satisfying. It gracefully fades with lingering notes of sweet oak and a return of the baking spices. A pleasant dryness gently cleanses the palate, leaving behind a warm, subtle sweetness and a ghost of leather and tobacco. There's a subtle, almost dusty old book quality that adds to its vintage charm, without being unpleasant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe Old Fitzgerald Distillery, with roots tracing back to 1870, has a rich and storied history in American bourbon. Known for its distinct wheated mash bill, Old Fitzgerald was originally distilled by John E. Fitzgerald and later became a flagship brand for the Stitzel-Weller Distillery. This 1980 release represents a snapshot from an era before many modern bourbon practices, offering a taste of history from a distillery revered for its quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SubRosaSelections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47935773442266,"sku":"1980s Old Fit 0589","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/Old_Fitzgerald_Prime_Stitzel_Weller_1980-1.jpg?v=1780063378","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/old-fitzgerald-prime-stitzel-weller-1980","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}