Tasting Heaven Hill's Wheated Legacy: The Old Fitzgerald 7-Year Bottled in Bond Experience

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The Scotchy Bourbon Boys taste and rate Old Fitzgerald 7-Year,
finding this Heaven Hill wheated bourbon delivers impressive
butterscotch and toasted coconut notes at a reasonable price
point.

• Old Fitzgerald 7-Year is part of Heaven Hill's wheated bourbon
program including Larceny and other Old Fitzgerald
expressions
• This bottled-in-bond 100 proof bourbon presents rich caramel
and butterscotch on the nose
• The body has impressive viscosity with thick legs that coat the
glass nicely
• Flavor profile includes distinctive toasted coconut
butterscotch notes
• At $60, it represents good value compared to other premium
bourbons
• Final rating: 15 out of 18 on the Old Louisville Whiskey
Company Barrel Bottle Breakdown
• This bottling outperforms some older Old Fitzgerald expressions
that become too oak-dominant
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Heaven Hill's Old Fitzgerald bottled-in-bond series has gained a
devoted following among wheated bourbon enthusiasts, and the
7-year expression might just be the sweet spot in their lineup.
This elegant decanter-style bottle with its distinguished wooden
top houses a remarkable spirit that strikes the perfect balance
between youthful vibrancy and mature complexity.

When I poured this bourbon into my Glencairn glass, the rich
amber liquid immediately caught my attention with its impressive
viscosity. At 100 proof, it coats the glass with medium-thick
legs that slowly cascade down the sides – a promising indication
of the full-bodied experience to come. The nose opens with waves
of caramel complemented by subtle ethanol, followed by enticing
hints of butterscotch and gentle toasted oak notes that become
more pronounced as the whiskey breathes.

The tasting experience truly elevates this bourbon above many of
its competitors. That first sip delivers a distinctive toasted
coconut butterscotch flavor that sets it apart from other wheated
bourbons on the market. The sweetness is perfectly balanced by
oak tannins that provide structure without dominating the
delicate wheat characteristics – a problem that sometimes affects
the older expressions in this series. While the finish isn't
extraordinarily long, it leaves a pleasant impression with
lingering notes of butterscotch and subtle oak warmth.

At approximately $60, this expression represents excellent value
in today's premium bourbon landscape. It earned an impressive 15
out of 18 points on our comprehensive barrel breakdown rating
system, with particularly high marks for its exceptional taste
profile. Whether you're a dedicated collector or simply looking
for a delicious pour to share with friends, the Old Fitzgerald
7-Year delivers a refined experience that showcases Heaven Hill's
mastery of wheated bourbon production. Try it alongside other
offerings in their wheated portfolio like Larceny or Bernheim
Wheat Whiskey for a fascinating comparative tasting experience!


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