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A.H. Hirsch Reserve 1974 16 Year Old Straight Bourbon
Subtitle (S1)
This is one of several batches of the A.H. Hirsch Reserve to be bottled as a 16 year old, and is affectionately known as the "Gold Wax." The same label was used by Buffalo Trace for the 2003 release, although that time featured a gold foil seal.
Distillery
Distillery status
Closed
Age
16 year old
Vintage
1974
Production Type
Bourbon whiskey
Cask type
New American oak
Region
Pennsylvania, USA
Brand
Distillery
Michter's (PA)
A historic bourbon distillery that has been defunct since 1989. Also known as Bomberger, the distillery has developed a cult status in American whiskey history as the source of the legendary A.H. Hirsch Reserve and its name lives on through the popular Michter's brand.
Founded
1753
Production type
Bourbon whiskey
Brand
Company
Commonwealth Distillery Co
A historically significant American whiskey company that is responsible for some of the most collectable bourbon brands, including Pappy Van Winkle, Very Olde St Nick and A.H. Hirsch. It was founded in 1983 by Julian Van Winkle III.
Founded
1983
Company type
Independent Bottler
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