William Heaven Hill 15-Year: A Collector's Dream Bottle

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The Scotchy Bourbon Boys reunite with Whiskey after a long hiatus
to taste and review the exceptional William Heaven Hill 15-Year
bourbon, a limited release that outshines even some Pappy Van
Winkle expressions. 

• Whiskey returns to the podcast after a long break from their
"10-minute tastings" that often lasted 30+ minutes
• Catching up on recent bourbon experiences with Whiskey sharing
his favorites including Weller 12, George T. Stagg, and Larceny
Weeded Rye
• Discussion of Ohio's improving bourbon lottery system making
allocated bottles more accessible
• Detailed examination of William Heaven Hill 15-Year, a limited
release comprised of just 34 barrels aged 15 years
• Tasting notes including vanilla bean, brown sugar, light
leather, subtle cherry and perfect amount of char
• Comparison to Pappy Van Winkle 15-Year with both hosts
preferring the William Heaven Hill
• Impressive 18.5/19 score on their Old Louisville Whiskey
Company Barrel Bottle Breakdown scale
• Insights on secondary market prices with this bottle now
fetching $1,200-1,500 despite $279 retail price

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A reunion fifteen years in the making—well, at least it feels
that way. When Whiskey returns to the Scotchy Bourbon Boys
studio, the atmosphere crackles with the familiar energy that
made their "10-minute tastings" (that routinely stretched to 30)
so beloved by listeners.

Tonight's star attraction isn't just the reunion, but a bottle
that commands hushed reverence in bourbon circles: William Heaven
Hill 15-Year, the ninth edition of Heaven Hill's limited release
masterpiece. Composed of merely 34 barrels pulled from the fourth
floor of Rick House LL at Shenley and bottled at a perfect 109
proof, this isn't just another premium bourbon—it's a time
capsule of exceptional craftsmanship.

The hosts dive deep into what makes this expression special,
parsing through its complex nose of brown sugar, subtle cherry,
and vanilla bean notes. While many 15-year bourbons fall victim
to over-oaking, this one strikes a perfect harmony—delivering
rich flavor without the woodiness that can overwhelm aged
spirits. The mouthfeel earns particular praise for coating every
corner of the palate despite not being barrel proof.

What follows is a masterclass in bourbon appreciation as they
meticulously evaluate each aspect through their Old Louisville
Whiskey Company Barrel Bottle Breakdown scale. The verdict? An
astonishing 18.5 out of 19 possible points—a score rarely given
even to the most heralded bottles. Perhaps most telling is their
direct comparison to Pappy Van Winkle 15-Year, with both hosts
preferring this Heaven Hill offering despite its (relatively)
more attainable secondary market price of $1,200-1,500.

Whether you're a seasoned bourbon collector or simply appreciate
the artistry behind exceptional spirits, this episode captures
the magic that happens when passionate enthusiasts encounter
something truly special in their glass. Pour yourself something
worthy and join the celebration—the Boys are back in town.



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