{"product_id":"ancient-ancient-age-10-year-old-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-1998","title":"Ancient Ancient Age 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 1998","description":"\u003cp\u003eSavor a rare piece of bourbon history with the Ancient Ancient Age 10 Year Old 1998, a full decade of meticulous aging captured in every drop. Experience a masterful balance of sweet caramel, vanilla, and refined oak in this exquisitely smooth and complex Kentucky Straight Bourbon, a true testament to timeless distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sophisticated and inviting bouquet opens with classic bourbon sweetness – rich caramel and brown sugar mingling with notes of vanilla bean and toasted oak. Beneath, a delicate fruitiness emerges, hinting at dried apricot and orange peel, underpinned by a faint whisper of nutmeg and rye spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate is remarkably smooth and well-integrated for its age. Initial waves of sweet molasses and butterscotch coat the tongue, quickly followed by a nuanced interplay of candied nuts (almond, pecan) and dark chocolate. The oak influence is present but elegant, contributing structure without bitterness, accompanied by a gentle warmth of baking spices – cinnamon, clove, and a touch of black pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e A medium-long and satisfying finish that lingers beautifully. Sweet oak and vanilla persist, slowly giving way to a pleasant dryness with a hint of leathery tobacco and a final, subtle echo of dark fruit. The warmth is persistent but never overwhelming, leaving a clean and memorable impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAncient Age Distilling Co., while primarily recognized as the producer of Ancient Age bourbon, has a lineage deeply intertwined with Buffalo Trace Distillery. Many expressions bottled under the Ancient Age name throughout history were distilled and aged at what is now known as Buffalo Trace, representing a rich tradition of Kentucky bourbon craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Age Distilling Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53024751419699,"sku":"1998 AA 10yr 0172","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1187\/6915\/files\/main-080244001537_8fda301b-bc58-4ebe-9078-fecd7172e474.png?v=1781809261","url":"https:\/\/subrosaselections.com\/products\/ancient-ancient-age-10-year-old-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey-1998","provider":"Sub Rosa Selections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}