Old Fitzgerald Bottled in Bond 15 Year (Fall 2019)

A very rare 5 rating earned tonight. I admit, I’m a fan of the old fitz BiB line, but this one just hit the spot.

The nose reveals molasses, vanilla, and you can dig for honeysuckle as well. Palate is highly complex as a 15 year should with ever changing notes ranging from bitter chocolate, to anise, and an herbaceous subtle hint of lavender. The finish is lasting reminiscent of deep earthy red wine berry notes and nutmeg.

Moss, chalk, earthy, amazing. Reminds me of the smell of elementary school chalkboards.

Review after 2 weeks of opening Complex in the nose once you get past the shoe leather and oak. A drop of water brings out the sweetness. Vanilla, Werther's Originals, cinnamon, mint, pipe tobacco, and hints of citrus. Quite potent and interesting nose Palate shows leather, vanilla, French Toast, caramel, sweet cream, mint, orange, and sweet tobacco. Lingers for quite a while with big tannins, but it has enough sweetness to help keep a balance. Super round and full bodied, loved the mouthfeel with minimal burn. Lasting mint and nutella on the finish, very good. Don't give up on this one if at first you don't get much or are disappointed, this one definitely was lacking right out of the gate. Taste it again after a few weeks and see if you're still disappointed. It is an oak bomb, but it shows complexity and balance. You've got to be in the mood for an aged bourbon, but this hits the spot.