ANNUAL CASK STRENGTH BOURBON RELEASE FROM A. SMITH BOWMAN IS BACK WITH AN EVEN HIGHER PROOF

Clocking in at 144.5 Proof, A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch #2 Features the Last of the Barrels Laid Down by Former Master Distiller Joe Dangler  

FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA (December 6, 2022) – A. Smith Bowman Distillery, prior back-to-back “World’s Best Bourbon” winner at the World Whisky Awards, today unveils A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch #2. Aged a minimum of 10 years with barrels hand-selected by Master Distiller Brian Prewitt and Distiller David Bock, the annual cask strength offering is bottled uncut and non chill-filtered to offer fans the purest whiskey-drinking experience.

The second cask strength release from Virginia’s oldest distillery pushes the limits of high proof whiskey, coming in at 144.5 proof. Tasting notes describe this bourbon as starting with aromas of cherry and toast with a slight hint of leather and caramel. On the palate apple and cherry flavors show up first followed by vanilla and roasted nuts, striking a balance between soft sweet floral notes and strong wood char flavors. The finish is slick, quite peppery and crisp with an aftertaste that leaves your tastebuds bouncing with memory of the delightfully intense experience.

“A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch #2 is a high proof whiskey lover’s dream,” said Master Distiller Brian Prewitt. Distiller David Bock further elaborated on the second release of Cask Strength: “While last year’s inaugural Batch #1 boasted a more delicate profile that drank like a much lower proof bourbon (though it wasn’t!), this year’s offering really roars. Batch #1’s proof snuck up on you; Batch #2 slaps you in the char. Batch #2 also contains the last of the barrels Joe Dangler, former Master Distiller at A. Smith Bowman for over 30 years, laid down. We’re humbled to honor his lasting influence with this release.”

A. Smith Bowman Cask Strength Bourbon Batch #2 will be available in select markets in the United States beginning mid-December, as well through the A. Smith Bowman Distillery gift shop via online lottery. Bottles are packaged in 750 mL and available at a suggested retail pricing is $99.99.  For more information, please visit www.asmithbowman.com.

About A. Smith Bowman

A. Smith Bowman’s distilling roots date back to the years before Prohibition when the Bowman family had a granary and dairy farm in Sunset Hills, Virginia. They used excess grain from the family estate to distill spirits. In 1934, after the Repeal of Prohibition, Abram Smith Bowman and his sons continued the family tradition and built a more modern distillery in Fairfax County, Virginia called Sunset Hills Farm.  The Distillery was moved in 1988 and is now nestled in Spotsylvania County near the city of Fredericksburg, 60 miles away from the original location.

As a small and privately owned company, A. Smith Bowman Distillery continues the time-honored traditions on which it was founded. Considered a micro-distillery by today’s standards, A. Smith Bowman produces an assortment of hand-crafted spirits distilled from only the finest natural ingredients and using the latest technology. This micro-distillery focuses on the production of premium spirits honoring the legacy of Virginia’s first settlers. Its various brands have won more than 100 awards in the past five years, including “World’s Best Bourbon” in 2016 for its Abraham Bowman Port Finished Bourbon and again in 2017 for its John J. Bowman Single Barrel at the World Whisky Awards. For more information on A. Smith Bowman, please visit www.asmithbowman.com.

BOWMORE TRIO TAKES HONOURS AT BONHAMS FINE WHISKY AND SPIRITS SALE IN PARIS

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Bowmore-35 year old-1964. Sold for €20,740.

Paris –Three bottles of Bowmore were among the highlights of Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr’s Whisky et Spiritueux d’Exception sale in Paris on Tuesday 6^th December.

• A bottle of Bowmore-35 year old-1964 sold for €20,740 (estimate: €16,000-20,000). 

• A bottle of Bowmore-1964 sold for €10,980 (estimate: €7,000-9,000). 

• A bottle of Bowmore-1956 sold for €10,370 (estimate: €8,000-10,000)

The sale, which consisted of 227 lots, also featured at bottle of Aberfeldy the Gold of Pitilie-28 year old-1985. One of the oldest and rarest malts to be released by Aberfeldy, it is named after the stream from which the distillery draws its water. The Pitilie Burn is also known for its alluvial deposits of Scottish gold. Encased in an ornately cast 22-carat gold collar, this extraordinary bottle was just one of 10 ever released (two of which have been retained by the distillery), and even contained flakes of Scottish gold in the stopper. Sold for €15,860 (Estimate: €15,000-20,000).

Diego Lanza, Bonhams Senior Whisky Specialist, said: “The Bowmore-35 year old 1964 was very rare and special so it was not surprising that it became the most sought-after bottle of the day. Collectors were also eager to snap up the chance to acquire a bottle of Aberfeldy the Gold of Pitilie-28 year old-1985 which is very rarely available at auction.”

Sale: Whisky et Spiritueux d’ExceptionLocation: 4 rue de la PaixDate: Tuesday 6 December 2022

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Bonhams, founded in 1793, is one of the world’s largest and most renowned auctioneers, offering fine art and collectables, motor cars and a luxury division, including jewellery, watches, wine and whisky. The main salerooms are in London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris and Hong Kong, with auctions also held in Knightsbridge, Edinburgh, and Sydney. With a worldwide network of offices and regional representatives in 22 countries, Bonhams offers advice and valuation services in 53 specialist areas. For a full list of forthcoming auctions, plus details of Bonhams specialist departments, please visit bonhams.com

Grade II listed Restaurant Releases Single Cask Malt Whisky to Pair with Modern Indian Cuisine Introducing The Fire Station Whisky – a brand new, limited edition single cask malt whisky from newly opened restaurant Yaatra, situated within the beautiful Old Westminster Fire Station in London.

Chosen to pair perfectly with Indian cuisine, the heath of the Highlands crossed with the spice of the Silk Road, the Fire Station Whisky is distilled by independent and family-owned distillery Tullibardine. The cask was sourced and bottled by London based luxury asset managers, Hackstons.

Aged in a first fill ex-Jack Daniels cask, this light single malt has floral, sweet barley notes and understated hints of vanilla, with pear drops and a soft spice on the finish. Yaatra’s expert Head Mixologist Nick Smith worked alongside Hackstons in selecting the whisky to perfectly complement the modern Indian dishes on Yaatra’s menu.

“Whisky and Indian cuisine make a natural pairing, both of which are famous for their storied histories and deep spiced flavours. Not only that but India is the largest market for scotch on the planet, which is why it was the perfect opportunity to marry these two icons.” – Nick Smith, Head Mixologist, Yaatra.

Only 356 bottles of The Fire Station Whisky have been produced, making this a rare and special gift for the whisky lover in your life this Christmas, with select Hackstons premium clients receiving a gifted bottle. The Fire Station Whisky is £70, can be purchased from Yaatra and delivered nationwide.

Yaatra – meaning journey – encourages diners to explore the territories, flavours and traditions of India, blending unique cooking cultures and styles from across the subcontinent.

Hackstons – located in the iconic Gherkin building in the beating heart of London, Hackstons is a multi-asset brokerage specialising in physical and tangible goods such as whisky casks, luxury timepieces, gold coins along with classic cars and designer handbags.

Yaatra Westminster

4 Greycoat Place, Westminster, London, SW1P 1SB 020 4549 1906 www.yaatrarestaurant.com

Hackstons

30 St Mary Axe, London, EC3A 8BF 020 3307 0410 www.hackstons.com

BENROMACH PARTNERS WITH PAPER ARTIST HELEN MUSSELWHITE FOR HANDMADE FESTIVE SCULPTURE

As part of its ‘Firsthand‘ campaign, Benormach single malt looks to celebrate all things handmade. Their new collaboration is with renowned paper artist Helen Musselwhite who has created a sculpture themed around the Speyside distillery and its whiskies.

Helen’s meticulous process began with a trip to Forres, Morayshire, to meet distillery manager Keith Cruickshank and experience the whisky making process first hand, taking inspiration from the award-winning flavour profile of the Benromach 15 Year Old single malt and the distillery’s traditional process.

The resulting 3D sculpture, which stands at almost 1m high, celebrates the values shared by Helen and the distillery – that the care, skill, passion and patience that go into a handmade approach can deliver extra special results.

Visitors will be able to see Helen’s work of art first hand, on display at the distillery’s visitor centre from January 2023. Window displays of the design can also be viewed at Jeffrey St Whiskies in Edinburgh, and at Amathus City and Amathus Shoreditch in London from 5^th December.

The collaboration is part of Benromach’s Firsthand campaign, which brings people closer to makers worldwide who embody the passion and craft of handmade. Helen’s sculpture was created by a series of cuts, folds, scores and layers of various types of paper to create an intricate view of the distillery and its whiskies.

Keith Cruickshank, Benromach Distillery Manager, said: “It was wonderful to welcome Helen to the distillery and share our story and process, and explore areas where our worlds overlap. Both processes require a deep understanding of the layers, tools and complexities that go into creating something unique.

“The level of detail in Helen’s finished sculpture is remarkable. It’s a unique work of art guaranteed to intrigue and delight in equal measure. It’s the perfect illustration of the beauty of handmade things.”

Helen has honed her craft over 16 years and has worked with brands including Royal Mail, Molton Brown and Hoegaarden.

Helen Musselwhite said: “My visit to Speyside and the Benromach Distillery provided the ideal inspiration. I was struck by the age-old traditions employed in the whisky-making process and the passion and expertise of those who work there, The beautiful surroundings and aroma and taste of the whiskies also helped to shape my design.

“There are natural synergies between their craft and mine. Both take care, pay attention to detail and take time to make something worth waiting for – although my process is thankfully not quite as long! It took me around a month to make my paper sculpture, from initial sketches and a basic scale model through to the final piece. I got lost in the details which is always my favourite part, from the individual peppercorns to the roof tiles on the distillery roof.”

Visitors who purchase Benromach whisky at the distillery shop or website or at any of the retailers with window displays will receive a gift bag detailing Helen’s design, as well as a specially printed Christmas card.

For more information, visit the Benromach website.

About Benromach Distillery

Originally built in 1898, Benromach Distillery was brought back to life when the Urquhart family realised a lifelong dream to own a distillery in 1993. The distillery was extensively re-equipped over a five-year period before it was officially opened by HRH The Duke of Rothesay in 1998.

In reopening Benromach Distillery, the Urquhart family wanted to create a single malt whisky that has a classic Speyside character: beautifully balanced with a light touch of smoke.

Benromach Distillery is located on the outskirts of the ancient market town of Forres. A five-star visitor centre is open to the public throughout the year. Benromach Distillery is a member of the world-famous Malt Whisky Trail.

For more information, visit: www.benromach.com

ISLE OF RAASAY DISTILLERY WINS SCOTTISH DISTILLERY OF THE YEAR AND TOURISM DESTINATION OF THE YEAR 2022

The 4th annual Scottish Whisky Awards revealed the winners from its comprehensive competition that included the blind tasting of nearly 200 Scotch whiskies and the assessment of product from 61 Scottish distilleries and independent bottlers.

The ultimate award of the night, Scottish Whisky Distillery of the Year, sponsored by Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers, was presented to Isle of Raasay Hebridean Distillers. Their award was presented in recognition of their efforts to create a new destination in Raasay and in their work producing a new and exciting range of Single Malt Scotch.  They also collected the award Tourism Destination of the Year which was sponsored by Dentons.

Graeme Dempster, Account Executive of Bruce Stevenson Insurance Brokers, commented;

 “Very many congratulations to Isle of Raasay Distillery and to all the whisky producers selected in the Scottish Whisky Awards.  We are delighted to support the event and provide our own contribution to celebrating and rewarding the Scotch whisky industry as they progress their ambitions at home and abroad.”

Chair of the Judging Panel, Professor Alan Wolstenholme, commented:

“Very many congratulations to all winners who were presented with their awards here tonight. The Scotch whisky industry has united on St Andrews Day once more with a goal to work together to promote and celebrate Scotch as the whisky of choice at home and across the world.”

Co-founder and Master Distiller at Isle of Raasay Distillery, Alasdair Day said:

“We are honoured and delighted to receive this amazing accolade from the judges at the Scottish Whisky Awards. It is recognition of the herculean effort delivered by our entire team this year. We look forward to welcoming more visitors to our island distillery, staying in our luxury accommodation and enjoying our Isle of Raasay Hebridean single malt scotch whisky”.

Diageo North America Honors US Military Troops on Veterans Day Through Annual Military Service Appreciation Day Event

Hundreds of Diageo employees across North America assemble care packages for military service men and women at its 7th annual care packing event

In commemoration of Veterans Day this year, Diageo North America hosted its seventh annual Military Service Appreciation Day event. Together, Diageo employees, non-profit organizations and community leaders designed and assemble care packages for US military troops serving overseas and at home. To further support and celebrate Crown Royal’s Purple Bag Project, Diageo employees located in New York, NY, Stamford, CT, Plainfield, IL, Relay, MD, Miami, FL, and Portland, OR packed the brand’s signature purple bags with personal care items, food essentials, and handwritten notes to extend a gesture of gratitude and generosity to our troops. For over a decade, Crown Royal has doubled down on its mission to ignite exceptional generosity within our communities by giving back to the people and places that support them. Through this initiative, the Purple Bag Project has supported over 1MM servicemen and women across the world.

The occasion also featured a virtual fireside chat with Claudia Schubert, President of Diageo North America and special guests Darrell K. Williams, President, Hampton University and Lt. General, US Army Retired; Terence “TJ” Spann, Eastern Region President, Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., and Lt. Colonel, US Air Force Retired; and Thomas Wood Newton, Sergeant, Tuskegee Airmen. Representatives from Diageo’s Veterans and Friends of Veterans Business Resource Group with community partners – Packages from Home and iPads for Soldiers also joined the event to share remarks to honor those serving in the US military.

“Every year, we honor our US military troops on Veterans Day through our annual Military Service Appreciation Day packing event. It makes our Diageo community so proud to help encourage the brave military men and women serving in the armed forces and to recognize the many distinguished veterans we have across the country,” said Claudia Schubert, President, Diageo North America. “Crown Royal’s Purple Bag project is just one of the many ways we continue to support our active-duty service members and veterans. As we continue partner with non-profit organizations, we hope that our contributions through this initiative positively impact this community for years to come.”

To support US veterans, active-duty personnel, and their families, Diageo created the Diageo Salutes the Troops program, a year-round initiative that gives charitable donations and hosts community service events, which include:

• Donating more than 1,000 iPads this past year to deployed military soldiers overseas and at Walter Reed Medical Center, which makes it a total of over 11,000 iPads donated over the years.
• Partnering with the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management at the University of Houston for our Diageo’s Learning Skills for Life program to support military veterans by offering technical and life skills-based training. Learning Skills for Life provides free learning and career opportunities within the hospitality industry to people who don’t have access to proper training.
• Focusing on establishing a community aimed at making the company a great place to work for all those who have served and are currently serving through the Veterans and Friends of Veterans Business Resource Group.

Learn more about Diageo’s ongoing commitment to the military and veteran community, including our Society 2030 goals.

Operation Marambio – He Who Dares, Wins!

A military operation, a Lockheed C-130 Hercules, 5-year-old Argentinian whisky, the harsh Antarctica climate, one crazy idea, three collaborators and now years’ worth of patience, in 2022 a bold plan was hatched…

On 7/11/22, Nestor Serenelli secretly boarded a military Lockheed C-130 Hercules plane bound for Camp Marambio, a permanent, all-year-round Argentine station on the Antarctic continent.    Armed not with top-secret government files or military-grade equipment, Serenelli was transporting two barrels of his 5-year-old Argentine whisky.

What was supposed to be a routine flight to Antarctica turned out to be a more complicated affair…

The Flight of Nestor Serenelli

The exact departure date for Nestor’s flight was uncertain and on several occasions, his hopes were raised and then dashed as scheduled flights were cancelled due to severe weather conditions.  The month of October saw little whisky production at the La Alazana distillery, as Nestor was left in a perpetual state of limbo waiting for an opportune weather window.  The whisky was emptied into transportation kegs, to be later transferred back into casks in Antarctica, and transported along with all of the equipment required for the mission to Buenos Aires in advance.

Finally, the weather window appeared and Lila, Nestor’s wife and partner in La Alazana, dropped him at the airport where he made his way to the capital to board a C-130 Hercules for the first leg of the trip to Rio Gallegos, deep in Patagonia.  He spent the night there and crossed to Camp Marambio, Antarctica, the following day.  Operation Marambio now entered its most crucial stage and time was of the essence upon landing.

Nestor at the base

Up against the clock, Nestor was given a strict 4-hour window to move all casks and barrels off the plane, empty the kegs into the wooden casks, pack up and have everything back on board for departure or face being stranded for weeks, possibly months in Antarctica…

Thankfully, with the assistance and logistical help of the Argentine military who went above and beyond their call of duty, Nestor was saved from being marooned at the bottom of the world and the threat of becoming the Antarctic version of Chuck Noland was averted.

Nestor & the whisky

Nestor, along with the Argentine military, offloaded the casks from the plane, siphoned the whisky back out of the kegs into the casks and stored them safely for maturation on the southernmost continent.  Before leaving, Nestor stencilled onto one of the casks the Rosewin Holdings logo, snapped a few photos and took a moment to take in the gravity of the history-making achievement and his otherworldly surroundings.

Nestor reported that in all his life he has never seen such a place, claiming there are no words to describe such extreme beauty – one must go to feel it. A desolate, harsh, beautiful landscape.   Frost and ice all over the land and a never-ending wind. He saw Penguins but not much else.

The plan is to make this an annual occurrence in the hope that the Antarctic environment and terroir will create the final frontier of whisky flavours available on this earth.  There are talks and plans of maturing the next casks in an ice cabin on another base much closer to the south pole where the temperatures range between -40 and -5 with average winter wind speeds of over 100mph.

Daniel Monk & Nestor Serenelli

It is a miracle that Operation Marambio happened so quickly.  Daniel Monk arrived in Argentina to visit La Alazana on 22 March of this year.  His initial interest was in their casks of whisky. As they chatted, Daniel shared with them his dream of maturing whisky on the Antarctic continent, with the view to creating a 7 continents whisky series.  As the Sereneli’s eyes lit up they made a promise there and then that they would find a way, no matter the obstacles, to achieve this goal.  Within 8 months of the seed being planted and with the help of the Argentine Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces the Serenelis have achieved the impossible and Mr Monk’s dreams of maturing whisky on all 7 continents have been made a reality.

This is a true example of how collaborations and partnerships help each other grow, an example of Napoleon Hills’ ‘3rd mind’ concept.  How a harmony of power is created when a group of people come together with a definite purpose.  Whatever anybody’s dreams are right now we can all achieve them with action.  The Serenelis landed on their Marambio.  We can too.

The operation was the combined efforts and planning of Nestor and Lila Serenelli of La Alazana, Argentina’s first and only whisky distillery, Daniel Monk, founder and MD of Rosewin Holdings, an independent bottling company investing in premium new world whisky and current holders of the Guinness World Records largest bottle of whisky called ‘The Intrepid’, and the logistical support of the Argentine Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces.

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John Crabbie & Co Announces Special Chain Pier Release for Milroy’s of Soho

 One of the Rarest Single Malt Scotch Whiskies under £100 

Pioneering Scotch whisky brand, John Crabbie & Co, has announced a new release from its Chain Pier Distillery in Edinburgh, which will be available exclusively at Milroy’s of Soho. Just 290 bottles of this exclusive launch will be available to buy.

Milroy’s Chain Pier Single Malt has been matured in Australian Shiraz casks, and bottled at 57.9%. It is rich and fruity on the nose, with hints of forest fruit and rich oak, boasting sweet grape, toffee, raisin and gentle wood spice on the nose and a long, sweet fruit and caramel finish.

John Kennedy, Sales Director, Halewood Artisanal Spirits, comments; “We’re excited to partner with Milroy’s on this fantastic new bottling from our John Crabbie & Co Chain Pier Distillery. We had such an overwhelmingly positive response to our first Chain Pier launch earlier this year, we’re really confident that this quality whisky created by our Master Distiller, Dr Kirstie McCallum, will be just as popular with whisky lovers far and wide”.

Jolyon Dunn from Milroy’s of Soho comments; “We are delighted to bring this exciting collaboration to market – from visiting Edinburgh to select the casks, to active involvement in the design process, we have worked closely with the team at John Crabbie & Co. on every aspect of this release. Chain Pier was an experimental make and no longer in production. With only around 30 casks filled, this is possibly the rarest single malt scotch whisky under £100”.

Milroy’s Chain Pier Single Malt will go on sale on Friday 9^th December 2022, exclusively at Milroy’s of Soho, whilst stocks last. RRP £99.99. Sign up to the newsletter to be first in line.

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Halewood Artisanal Spirits is an award-winning UK-based craft distiller. Its premium gin brands include Whitley Neill Gin, City of London Gin, Marylebone Gin and Liverpool Gin.  Halewood also has a strong portfolio of other high growth premium sprits, including Dead Man’s Fingers spiced rum, J. J. Whitley Russian Vodka, Samuel Gelston’s Irish Whiskey and Crabbie Whisky.

The business operates 10 artisanal distilleries across the UK, Russia and South Africa including:  The City of London Distillery (the home of Whitley Neill Gin), The Liverpool Gin Distillery, Crabbie Distillery in Edinburgh, Aber Falls Distillery in North Wales, Bankhall Distillery in Blackpool, The Bristol & Bath Rum Distillery, Belgravia Distillery in South Africa and JJ Whitley in Russia. The company also operates the Hawkshead Brewery in Cumbria.

At the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition the business was awarded nine double golds and 13 golds, as well as 44 golds at the International Wines and Spirits Competition.

Outside the UK, the business exports products to over 90 countries around the world and has significant operations in a number of international markets including North America, Russia, Australia and China. The business has a £400m+ turnover, and employs over 950 employees globally.

The business was founded by the late John Halewood in 1978 and it remains owned and controlled by the Halewood family.

THE REIMAGINATION OF TIME: GLENFIDDICH, CANADA’S FAVOURITE SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

UNVEILS THE RARE AND REMARKABLE TIME SERIES COLLECTION

Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt scotch whisky, introduces Time Re:Imagined, the ultimate expression of rare 30- and 40-year-old whiskies

TORONTO, ON: Glenfiddich, the world’s most awarded single malt scotch whisky, announces the coveted release of Time Re:Imagined, bringing the ultimate expression of time with the release of two extraordinarily rare, aged single malt scotch whiskies.

The Time Series collection consists of two exquisite aged single malts, matured over decades of 30 and 40 years, each capturing a moment in time through a rich concept, curated experience, and aspirational vessel. These remarkably rare Glenfiddich whiskies have been carefully aged, developing a richness and depth of flavour rarely encountered…

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Heaven Hill Distillery Announces 2022 Parker’s Heritage Collection Limited Edition Bottling

16^th edition of the annual ultra-premium release is made up of two different ages of Bourbons, one of which has been double barreled, and then masterfully blended together post aging.

BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Heaven Hill Distillery announced today the release of the 16^th edition of the Parker’s Heritage Collection, featuring a Double Barreled Blend Bourbon. The 16^th Edition of the Parker’s Heritage Collection is an allocated product and will be available nationally and internationally in limited quantities at the suggested retail price of $174.99. A portion of the proceeds will continue to support ALS research and patient care in honor of Parker Beam, Master Distiller Emeritus, with more than $1 million contributed across the Parker’s Heritage Collection since 2013.

This edition consists of 67% 13-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey that has been double barreled for four weeks and then blended post aging with 33% 15-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The 13-year-old Bourbon, from barrels produced in December 2008, was aged on the 5^th-7^th floors of Rickhouse Q and then re-barreled into new American white oak barrels with a level three char for four weeks. Then, it was later blended with 15-year-old Bourbon from barrels produced in January 2007 aged on the 2^nd and 5^th floors of Rickhouse II. The unique, bold flavor profile is balanced by the double barreled 13-year-old Bourbon, bringing out even more oak and spice notes from the barrel, with the 15-year-old Bourbon rounding out the older aged mouthfeel. At bottling, the liquid was uncut and non-chill filtered to preserve the complex flavors. This edition leads with an oak forward nose and hints of butterscotch and caramel, and once tasted is followed by a balance of spice notes, sweetness and slight oak tannins. The finish is long and warm with elements of dark chocolate, baking spices and white pepper. The mashbill for this edition is comprised of Heaven Hill Distillery’s traditional Bourbon mashbill 78% corn, 10% rye and 12% malted barley and ultimately bottled at barrel proof 132.2 or 66.1% alcohol by volume.

“The Parker’s Heritage Collection is a testament to the distilling legacy at Heaven Hill Distillery and the continued thirst for innovation which has driven generations of master distillers,” said Susan Wahl, Vice President, American Whiskey at Heaven Hill. “This Double Barreled Blend Bourbon is a masterful pairing of two uniquely aged products that create the perfect balance of flavors which, we believe, honor the past and are a fitting tribute to Parker and his legacy.”

The late Heaven Hill Master Distiller Parker Beam, for whom the acclaimed series is named, was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also called ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease) in 2010. The past nine editions from 2013-2021, including the “Promise of Hope” Bourbon, the “Original Batch” Straight Wheat Whiskey, the Kentucky Straight Malt Whiskey, the 24-Year-Old Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, the 11-Year-Old Single Barrel, Orange Curaçao-finished Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Heavy Char Rye Whiskey, Heavy Char Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, and the Heavy Char Wheat Whiskey respectively, have raised more than one million dollars toward ALS research and patient care through contributions made by Heaven Hill for each bottle purchased. With the 2022 Double Barreled Blend edition, Heaven Hill will again contribute a portion of the proceeds from each bottle sold to the ALS Association.

Packaged in the same upscale 750ml bottle as the previous fifteen editions, but with an eggplant-colored label, the newest Parker’s Heritage Collection is available in a three-bottle case and will arrive at retail locations starting in early December. With previous releases having won multiple awards from Whisky Advocate magazine, Whisky Magazine and the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the series stands as some of the most critically lauded American Whiskeys in recent memory. Past bottlings have won awards ranging from “Best North American Whiskey” to “American Whiskey of the Year” to “Best of Show, Brown Spirits.”

ABOUT HEAVEN HILL DISTILLERY: Founded in Kentucky by the Shapira family in 1935, Heaven Hill Distillery continues its legacy as one of the foremost American Whiskey producers. Heaven Hill has cultivated the traditions and history of America’s Native Spirit with its fierce independence, passionate family ownership, dedication to quality, and thoughtful innovation. Today, Heaven Hill Distillery maintains over 1.9 million barrels aging in more than 65 warehouses throughout Nelson and Jefferson Counties. It is home to an award-winning collection of American Whiskeys including Elijah Craig Bourbon, Larceny Bourbon, Evan Williams Bourbon, Pikesville Rye Whiskey, Rittenhouse Rye Whisky, Parker’s Heritage Collection, and Old Fitzgerald along with its extensive Bottled-in-Bond label collection. Heaven Hill Distillery held the title of 2020 Whisky Advocate Whisky of the Year, the second Whisky of the Year for Heaven Hill Distillery in the past four years. In 2019 Heaven Hill Distillery was named San Francisco World Spirits Competition Distillery of the Year, Best in Show Whisky, and previously held the titles of 2018 San Francisco Spirits Word Spirits Competition Best Bourbon, 2016 Whisky Magazine Distillery of the Year. For more information, please visit www.heavenhilldistillery.com.

Heaven Hill reminds you to “Think Wisely.  Drink Wisely.”