Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year 128.2 Proof

Very Olde St. Nick Ancient Cask Straight Outta Bardstown 11 Year is a cask-strength Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at 128.2 proof from one of the most sought-after cult labels in the category.

Very Olde St. Nick is bottled by Preservation Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, a label with a near-mythic following among collectors for its sourced, age-stated Kentucky bourbon released in tiny quantities. The Straight Outta Bardstown series sits within that tradition: small-production bourbon drawn from Kentucky stock and bottled in micro-batches, often from just a handful of barrels at a time, which gives each release its own individual character.

This 11-year expression is bottled uncut at 128.2 proof (64.1% ABV), putting it firmly in serious-sipper territory. The combination of mature age, barrel strength, and the scarcity that defines every Very Olde St. Nick release makes it a natural target for collectors. Explore more allocated and cask-strength releases in our bourbon and whiskey collection.

Tasting Notes

This release reflects the character expected of a mature, barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon:

• Nose: Deep caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak
• Palate: Brown sugar, dark fruit, and baking spice with notes of leather and tobacco
• Finish: Long and warming, with barrel char, caramelized sugar, and lingering oak spice

Specs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Straight Outta Bardstown series?
It's a Very Olde St. Nick line of small-production Kentucky bourbon bottled by Preservation Distillery in micro-batches, often from only a few barrels, using sourced Kentucky stock. The limited format gives each release an individual character.

How old is this bourbon and what proof?
It's aged 11 years and bottled uncut at cask strength: 128.2 proof, which equals 64.1% ABV.

Why is Very Olde St. Nick so collectible?
The label has a long-standing cult following for age-stated, sourced Kentucky bourbon released in very small quantities. Mature age plus barrel strength plus scarcity drives strong collector demand.

How should I serve it?
Best enjoyed neat in a tasting glass. Given the high proof, let it rest a few minutes, and add a few drops of water if you'd like to soften the heat and open up the vanilla and fruit. It's a sipping bourbon rather than a cocktail pour.