{"product_id":"four-roses-6-year-yellow-label-bourbon-1977","title":"Four Roses 6-year Yellow Label Bourbon 1977","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience a rare piece of bourbon history with this 1977 Four Roses, bottled exclusively for export. A unique opportunity to savor the elegant complexity of a bygone era, showcasing masterful distillation at a crucial point in the brand's journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sophisticated and inviting bouquet. Expect initial waves of dried apricot, orange zest, and a delicate honey sweetness, intertwined with hints of rose petals and a touch of aged leather. Beneath these lighter notes, a rich layer of vanilla bean, caramel chews, and a gentle oak spice begins to emerge, hinting at its maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate opens with a surprising vibrancy for its age, showcasing a beautiful balance of sweet and savory. Candied nuts, rich toffee, and dark chocolate lead, quickly followed by a complex interplay of dried fruit (prunes, figs), baking spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a subtle herbaceous note. The oak presence is refined, providing structure without overwhelming, contributing notes of antique wood and a very slight char.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warm, and elegantly lingering. The spice gently fades, leaving behind a delightful warmth that echoes notes of sweet tobacco, dark cherry, and a whisper of almond. A silky mouthfeel persists, inviting another sip, concluding with a nuanced dry oak character that never feels astringent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFour Roses Distillery, with a heritage dating back to 1888, boasts a rich and complex history. Known for its distinctive production methods utilizing two mashbills and five proprietary yeast strains, it allows for ten unique bourbon recipes. In the mid-20th century, particularly around the time this bottle was produced, Four Roses was primarily sold as a blended whiskey in the US, while its straight bourbon was reserved for export markets, making these earlier straight bourbon expressions highly sought after glimpses into its pre-comeback era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Four Roses Distilling Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53026831597875,"sku":"1977 4R 6Y 0241","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1187\/6915\/files\/Four_Roses_6_year_Yellow_Label_Bourbon_1977.jpg?v=1770581031","url":"https:\/\/subrosaselections.com\/products\/four-roses-6-year-yellow-label-bourbon-1977","provider":"Sub Rosa Selections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}