{"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, bottled at 129.2 proof (64.6% ABV) in a 750ml format. As one of the oldest expressions Heaven Hill has released to the public, this limited-edition bottling represents an extraordinary commitment to extended maturation — well beyond the timeframe most distillers consider viable for bourbon in Kentucky's climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 64.6%  |  Origin: Kentucky, USA  |  Age: 22 Years  |  Distillery: Heaven Hill\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eHeaven Hill Distillery was founded in 1935 in Bardstown, Kentucky, and remains the largest independent, family-owned distillery in the United States under the Shapira family's stewardship. The distillery produces its bourbon using a traditional mashbill of 78% corn, 10% rye, and 12% malted barley, distilled through a column still and copper doubler before entering new charred American oak barrels. At 22 years, this expression has spent more than two decades interacting with wood — a remarkably long maturation window for bourbon, where Kentucky's hot summers and cold winters accelerate extraction far more aggressively than in Scotch-producing climates. The Heritage Collection was introduced as an annual limited-release series showcasing rare aged stocks from Heaven Hill's extensive warehousing inventory, one of the deepest reserves of aging bourbon in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged leather and furniture polish emerge immediately, followed by dark caramel, dried cherry, and heavy oak tannins. A second nosing reveals undercurrents of pipe tobacco, roasted walnut, and a faint suggestion of dried orange peel underneath the barrel influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\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. The mid-palate expands into stewed dark fruit, old leather, and assertive oak spice tempered by a residual corn sweetness. At peak, the rye component emerges with black pepper and clove, balancing the heavy wood tannins that come with 22 years of aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long, with drying oak, espresso, and a persistent char-edged sweetness that lingers well after each sip. The tannin structure is firm but never astringent, resolving into toasted almond and a subtle camphor note.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Heritage Collection 22 Year\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis bourbon is best experienced neat in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped glass, allowing the high proof to open gradually at room temperature. A few drops of water tame the 64.6% ABV and reveal subtler aromatic layers buried beneath the barrel intensity. While a bourbon of this age and rarity is rarely mixed, its dense profile holds up in spirit-forward applications: an \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e built with a single sugar cube and Angostura bitters lets the deep oak and leather character dominate; a \u003cstrong\u003eBoulevardier\u003c\/strong\u003e gains an unusually tannic backbone from the extended aging; and a \u003cstrong\u003eVieux Carré\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the bourbon's dark fruit and espresso notes harmonizing with sweet vermouth and Bénédictine.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious bourbon collector who values age statements and barrel proof releases\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a milestone celebration — retirement, anniversary, or significant birthday\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a cornerstone bottle to an ultra-aged American whiskey collection\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eSide-by-side tastings comparing extended maturation across bourbon, Scotch, and other aged spirits\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Heritage Collection 22 Year taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a heavily oak-influenced profile with dark chocolate, stewed dark fruit, old leather, and espresso, all riding on a firm tannin structure softened by residual corn sweetness and caramelized sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\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 they differ significantly in proof — the Heritage Collection is bottled at barrel proof (129.2 proof) while Pappy 23 is proofed down to 95.6 proof, resulting in a far more concentrated and tannic drinking experience from the Heaven Hill release. The wheated mashbill in Pappy 23 also produces a softer, sweeter profile compared to the rye-grain spice in the Heritage Collection's traditional bourbon mashbill.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Heritage Collection 22 Year good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — neat is the ideal serve for appreciating the complexity built over 22 years of barrel aging, though a few drops of water help integrate the high proof and reveal additional nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\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 state's most historic bourbon-producing towns and home to the distillery since its founding in 1935.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Heritage Collection 22 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the espresso and cacao notes; smoked brisket mirrors the charred oak character; aged Gouda or Comté offer a nutty richness that echoes the toasted walnut aromas; pecan pie reinforces the caramelized sweetness; and blue cheese provides a bold contrast to the tannin-heavy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Heritage Collection 22 Year come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e This expression is released in the standard 750ml bottle size as a limited-edition offering.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Heritage Collection 22 Year worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as an ultra-premium, limited-release bourbon at the top of Heaven Hill's portfolio hierarchy; the 22-year age statement and barrel proof bottling place it among the most exclusive domestically produced bourbons available, and its value reflects both extreme rarity and the inherent cost of warehousing barrels for over two decades in Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Heritage Collection 22 Year?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty-two years of maturation in new charred American oak is a feat few bourbon distillers can sustain — most barrels either lose too much volume to evaporation or become overwhelmed by tannins long before reaching this age. Heaven Hill's position as the holder of one of the largest bourbon inventories in the world gives the distillery unique access to stocks that have survived extended aging in peak condition. The barrel proof presentation at 129.2 proof means nothing has been diluted or obscured, delivering the full uncut character of liquid that has been developing since it was first laid down. For collectors and experienced bourbon drinkers, this release represents a rare window into what two decades of Kentucky climate and American oak can achieve when the right barrels are selected.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heaven Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53335619174714,"sku":"42104","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/omgcheers.com\/products\/heaven-hill-heritage-collection-bourbon-22-year-750ml","provider":"OMGCHEERS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}