This exceptionally rare one-time release features pre-fire bourbon produced at Old Heaven Hill Springs Distillery between 1989-1990, before the legendary facility was lost in 1996. Comprising just 41 barrels aged primarily on the first and second rickhouse floors, this unique expression experienced approximately 73% evaporation loss over its 27-year maturation, resulting in an unusually low natural barrel proof of 94.7 (47.35% ABV). With fewer than 3,000 bottles produced, this unfiltered bourbon delivers a bold, wood-forward profile with pronounced tannins that gradually reveal complex layers of seasoned oak, tobacco, leather and subtle smokiness—representing one of the oldest and most distinctive Kentucky straight bourbons ever bottled. 

This historic "pre-fire" release features Heaven Hill bourbon distilled in Fall 1990 and Spring 1991, rescued from the devastating 1996 fire that destroyed the distillery and over 90,000 barrels. At 24 years old and 100 proof (50% ABV), it stands as one of the oldest Bottled-in-Bond bourbons ever released from any distillery. Based on a mash bill of 78% corn, 12% malted barley, and 10% rye, this extraordinary bourbon presents richly seasoned wood and spice notes balanced with graham crackers and marshmallow sweetness—a rare opportunity to taste a piece of Kentucky distilling history that no longer exists.