Experience one of Heaven Hill’s most celebrated ultra-aged releases with William Heavenhill 17 Year Bottled-In-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Crafted from only 35 carefully selected barrels aged for 17 years on the third floor of Rickhouse H1, this exceptional bourbon honors the rich legacy of William Heavenhill and the deep-rooted history of Kentucky whiskey-making.

Bottled at the legally required 100 proof under the strict standards of the Bottled-in-Bond Act, this limited release delivers extraordinary depth, balance, and complexity. Long aging creates a beautifully layered profile featuring rich oak, caramelized sugars, dark spice, tobacco, leather, and toasted vanilla.

This highly allocated bourbon showcases Heaven Hill’s mastery of extended maturation while maintaining remarkable smoothness and structure. A must-have for serious bourbon collectors, whiskey enthusiasts, and fans of rare Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey.

William Heavenhill 17 Year Bottled-In-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Key Features

• 17 year aged Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey
• Bottled-In-Bond release
• Bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV)
• Produced by Heaven Hill Distillery
• Crafted from only 35 barrels
• Limited annual edition release
• Rich, mature oak-driven profile
• Premium collector bourbon
• 750mL bottle

Tasting Notes

Nose: Aged oak, caramel, leather, dark vanilla, toasted nuts, and baking spice
Palate: Rich caramel, charred oak, cinnamon, tobacco leaf, honey, and dark chocolate
Finish: Long, warming, dry oak spice with lingering vanilla and leather notes

How to Enjoy

• Sip neat to experience full complexity
• Add a few drops of water to open layered aromas
• Enjoy in a premium bourbon tasting flight
• Pair with cigars or rich desserts
• Excellent addition to high-end whiskey collections

FAQ

What does Bottled-In-Bond mean?
Bottled-In-Bond bourbon must meet strict legal standards including aging in a federally bonded warehouse and bottling at exactly 100 proof.

How old is William Heavenhill Bourbon?
This edition is aged for 17 years.

Is this a limited release?
Yes, this is an allocated limited-edition bourbon produced from only 35 barrels.

What proof is this bourbon?
It is bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV).