{"product_id":"heaven-hill-heritage-collection-bourbon-22-year-750ml","title":"Heaven Hill Heritage Collection Bourbon 22 Year 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeaven Hill Heritage Collection Bourbon 22 Year 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon aged 22 years and bottled at 64.6% ABV (129.2 proof) in a 750ml bottle. Whisky Advocate recognized the Heritage Collection as \"one of bourbon's most compelling showcases of ultra-mature bourbons,\" and this 22-year expression stands as a testament to the extreme limits of bourbon aging in Kentucky's volatile climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 64.6% (129.2 Proof)  |  Origin: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA  |  22-Year Age Statement  |  Distillery: Heaven Hill\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeaven Hill Distillery, headquartered in Bardstown, Kentucky, is one of the largest independent, family-owned spirits producers in the United States, founded in 1935. This 22-year bourbon was distilled through a column still and copper doubler using the distillery's traditional mashbill of 78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley, then entered new charred American oak barrels for over two decades of maturation. The barrels rested on the fifth and sixth floors of Rickhouse Y, where extreme seasonal temperature swings at those elevated positions drove intense interaction between spirit and wood — a warehousing choice that shaped the bourbon's heavily oak-driven complexity and dense viscosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged leather and furniture polish announce themselves immediately, giving way to dark caramel, dried cherry, and heavy oak tannins. A second nosing reveals deeper layers of pipe tobacco, roasted walnut, and a faint undercurrent of dried orange peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is dense and viscous at full barrel proof, leading with bittersweet dark chocolate and deeply caramelized sugar. Mid-palate, mature oak influence layers over rich caramel sweetness while cinnamon, nutmeg, and leather build in intensity. Stewed dark fruit and espresso emerge at the peak, all riding on a firm tannin structure that gives the whiskey remarkable weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and resonant, with charred oak, toffee, and peppery spice lingering well after each sip. The tannins gradually soften into a warm, tobacco-laced fade that rewards patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Heritage Collection 22 Year\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 129.2 proof, this bourbon rewards a slow, deliberate approach — pour it neat and allow it to open for several minutes in the glass, then add a few drops of water to unlock additional complexity behind the barrel-proof intensity. An Old Fashioned built with this expression gains extraordinary depth from the dark chocolate and leather notes. A Boulevardier stands up to the bourbon's tannic backbone, with Campari's bitterness complementing rather than overwhelming the aged oak character. A simple Whiskey Highball with quality sparkling water stretches the experience while preserving the core caramel and spice profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious bourbon collector seeking ultra-aged American whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a side-by-side tasting of well-aged Kentucky bourbons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking a milestone celebration with a rare, limited-release spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a cornerstone bottle to a curated home whiskey library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Heritage Collection 22 Year taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e This bourbon delivers a heavily oak-influenced profile dominated by bittersweet dark chocolate, deeply caramelized sugar, aged leather, espresso, and stewed dark fruit, all supported by firm tannins and warming barrel-proof heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Heritage Collection 22 Year compare to Pappy Van Winkle 23 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are ultra-aged Kentucky bourbons, but the Heritage Collection is bottled at barrel proof (129.2 proof) while Pappy Van Winkle 23 Year is proofed down to 95.6 proof. The Heritage Collection uses a traditional rye-grain bourbon mashbill that delivers more tannin and spice, whereas Pappy 23's wheated mashbill produces a softer, sweeter overall character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Heritage Collection 22 Year good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — it is designed as a sipping bourbon for experienced drinkers who appreciate barrel-proof intensity and deeply mature oak character, though a few drops of water help tame the 129.2-proof heat and reveal additional nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Heritage Collection 22 Year made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, one of the largest family-owned and operated distilleries in the United States, founded in 1935. The bourbon was aged specifically on the upper floors of Rickhouse Y on the distillery's Bardstown campus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Heritage Collection 22 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the bourbon's bittersweet cocoa notes. Slow-smoked brisket mirrors the charred oak and caramel flavors. A sharp aged cheddar balances the tannic structure with creamy fat. Pecan pie echoes the nutty, caramelized sweetness. Espresso-rubbed steak creates a savory bridge with the bourbon's roasted, leathery depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Heritage Collection 22 Year come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Heritage Collection 22 Year is released in the standard 750ml bottle size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Heritage Collection 22 Year worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e This positions firmly in the ultra-premium tier as a limited-release, 22-year-old barrel-proof bourbon — a category where supply is inherently scarce due to the decades of aging required and significant evaporation losses (angel's share) in Kentucky's climate. For collectors and enthusiasts seeking legitimate ultra-aged American whiskey at cask strength, it represents a serious expression with verifiable age and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Heritage Collection 22 Year?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty-two years in new charred American oak is an extraordinary commitment in Kentucky, where dramatic seasonal swings can push bourbon past its peak in far less time. The decision to age these barrels on the upper floors of Rickhouse Y — where heat exposure is most extreme — amplifies both the risk and the reward, producing a bourbon of uncommon density and oak complexity at full barrel proof. Heaven Hill's traditional 78\/10\/12 mashbill provides just enough rye spice to counterbalance the deep caramel sweetness and heavy tannins that come with extended maturation. The result is a rare, uncompromising expression that demonstrates what bourbon can become when time, climate, and warehouse placement converge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heaven Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47031908335785,"sku":"42104","price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/HeavenHillHeritageCollectionBourbon22Year750ML.webp?v=1777666039","url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/products\/heaven-hill-heritage-collection-bourbon-22-year-750ml","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}