{"product_id":"old-rip-van-winkle-12-year-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","title":"Old Rip Van Winkle 12 Year Bourbon 750ml | Kentucky Straight Whiskey","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle 12 Year Special Reserve\u003c\/strong\u003e — also known as \u003cstrong\u003eVan Winkle Special Reserve\u003c\/strong\u003e — is one of the most celebrated and sought-after expressions in the legendary \u003cstrong\u003ePappy Van Winkle\u003c\/strong\u003e family, produced at \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e. Aged a full \u003cstrong\u003e12 years\u003c\/strong\u003e on a wheated mash bill, this is the perfect combination of age and proof — described by some as \"nectar.\" Rich, deep, and outrageously smooth, it can compete with any excellent cognac as an after-dinner drink. Bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e90.4 proof (45.2% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brilliant amber-orange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luscious, complex toffee and caramel — rich and deeply inviting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round and supple with caramel, nuts, brown spices, and a dry, expansive medium body — outrageously smooth and decadent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lengthy and enveloping — warm, rich, and deeply satisfying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the Van Winkle family?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePappy Van Winkle\u003c\/strong\u003e family of bourbons — produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery — is widely regarded as the most coveted and collectible American whiskey in the world. The 12 Year Special Reserve is one of the most accessible expressions in the lineup and among the most sought-after annual releases in bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy is it so hard to find?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eReleased once a year in extremely limited quantities through a lottery allocation system — demand far exceeds supply at every price point in the Van Winkle range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat size bottle is this?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e750ml at 90.4 proof \/ 45.2% ABV, 12 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pappy Van Winkle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39969521139794,"sku":"089319123730","price":1599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/2864\/8018\/files\/old-rip-van-winkle-12-year-special-reserve-bourbon-750ml.png?v=1778731841","url":"https:\/\/www.sunsetliquorstore.com\/products\/old-rip-van-winkle-12-year-bourbon-whiskey-750ml","provider":"Sunset Liquor ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}