{"product_id":"john-e-fitzgerald-20-year-old-very-special-reserve","title":"John E. Fitzgerald 20 Year Old Very Special Reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn E. Fitzgerald 20 Year Old Very Special Reserve is an ultra-aged and exceptionally rare wheated bourbon that pays tribute to one of the most iconic names in American whiskey history. Produced as part of the celebrated Old Fitzgerald lineage, this expression showcases two decades of careful maturation, resulting in extraordinary depth, elegance, and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a wheated mash bill, this bourbon replaces rye with wheat, creating a softer and smoother profile that perfectly complements its extended aging. After 20 years in new charred American oak barrels, the whiskey develops remarkable richness while maintaining balance and refinement. Its rarity and age make it one of the most collectible modern bourbon releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark caramel, aged oak, leather, dried cherry, tobacco, and baking spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and velvety with layers of toffee, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, vanilla, and seasoned oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, elegant, and warming with lingering spice, oak, and subtle sweetness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It’s Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJohn E. Fitzgerald 20 Year Old stands out for its extraordinary age and wheated bourbon profile, a combination rarely seen at this level of maturity. The extended aging creates immense complexity while the wheat-forward mash bill preserves softness and balance. Its limited production and connection to the historic Fitzgerald name further elevate its prestige among collectors and enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest enjoyed neat to fully appreciate its layered complexity and mature character. It pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, fine cigars, roasted nuts, or rich desserts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Rare and Refined Bourbon Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJohn E. Fitzgerald 20 Year Old Very Special Reserve delivers elegance, depth, and craftsmanship in every sip. Luxuriously aged and exceptionally smooth, it stands as a remarkable tribute to the legacy of wheated bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John E. Fitzgerald","offers":[{"title":"375ml","offer_id":51636820738336,"sku":"385926","price":3499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/7058\/1280\/files\/JohnE.Fitzgerald20YearOldVerySpecialReserve.jpg?v=1778810910","url":"https:\/\/corkandmash.com\/products\/john-e-fitzgerald-20-year-old-very-special-reserve","provider":"Cork \u0026 Mash","version":"1.0","type":"link"}