Do they still make Old Fitzgerald?
In 1999, Heaven Hill bought the brand and began distilling it at Bernheim Distillery in Louisville, KY. Today, in addition to our Old Fitzgerald Decanter Series, the legacy of Old Fitzgerald lives on in our other wheated Bourbons expressions: Larceny Small Batch and Larceny Barrel Proof.
Who Makes Old Fitzgerald 14 year?
Heaven Hill Distillery
– Heaven Hill Distillery announced today the release of the fall 2020 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey at 14 years old.
Is bourbon a whiskey?
All bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon. A strict set of standards from the government regulates what’s what. Learn more about what defines “America’s native spirit” and the difference between bourbon and whiskey below.
Who was John E Fitzgerald?
John E. Fitzgerald was neither a distiller nor a distillery owner. He was a Treasury agent with a powerful thirst who also happened to be a good judge of whiskey. Not only was he known to help himself to a sample now and then, he supposedly only poached from honey barrels.
How old is Fitzgerald?
Produced by Heaven Hill Distillery, Old Fitzgerald is a 150-year-old bourbon brand with ties to Pappy Van Winkle, Weller and more.
When did Heaven Hill buy Old Fitzgerald?
1999
Acquired in 1999 by Heaven Hill, the legendary Old Fitzgerald line is well-known for its distilling pedigree and intriguing story behind its namesake, John E. Fitzgerald.
What is VVS Old Fitzgerald?
Old Fitzgerald VVS 2020 16 Years Old Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon Whiskey (United States), 50% abv, $230.00, 750 ml.
How many Old Fitzgerald’s are there?
These variations include Very Old Fitzgerald (8 year), Very Xtra Old Fitzgerald (10 year), Very Very Old Fitzgerald (12 year), Very Very Old Fitzgerald (15 year), and Very Very Old Fitzgerald (18 year).
Who Started Old Fitzgerald?
John E. Fitzgerald
History. Old Fitzgerald was first produced in 1870 for rail and steamship lines and private clubs located primarily in the south by John E. Fitzgerald in Frankfort, Kentucky. Around 1900, “Old Fitz” was released to the public in America and Europe.
Who owns Old Fitzgerald whiskey?
Fast-forward 70 years and the Shapira family-owned Heaven Hill Distillery bought the brand and production rights and has been making it ever since.