Description
John E Fitzgerald 20 Year Old Stitzel-weller 375ml
Made from a blend of 12 barrels from the original Stitzel-Weller distillery, this was aged for a remarkable 20 years. Look for a very dark, ruddy hue and complex, sweet aroma that suggests dried figs and vanilla bean. It’s drying on the palate, with caramel chased by dusty cocoa and clove, finishing long and spiced, with hints of red fruit and figs. Limited availability, and a collector’s item.
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John Fitzgerald 20 Year Old 375ml | 90 Proof
Peter Coratola, Jr. –
Enjoys the nose, describing it as mildly skunky with oak, yet the palate doesn’t fully deliver. The dark dried fruits and tannins in the finish are present but fall short of the nose’s promise. Overall, it’s good but not extraordinary.
Shadi Bakour –
Praises the deep, rich nose with notes of candied fruits and wood polish. However, the cherry and oak palate dominates, making it one-dimensional, though still enjoyable.
Matt Lafata –
Appreciates the dry, oaky nose typical of Stitzel-Weller but found the palate too fruity and lacking in oak complexity, with a light, diluted finish.
Maxam Yeung –
The nose promises more than the palate delivers. While the oak and dark fruits are present, the overall experience feels diluted. Good but not exceptional.
Mike Popadak –
Complex and rich nose with candied fruits and oak. However, the cherry and oak dominate the palate, making it one-dimensional. Still a smooth, enjoyable pour.
Jared Field –
Super oaky and dry nose, reminiscent of the best Stitzel-Wellers. However, the palate falls short with a fruity sweetness and thin mouthfeel. The finish is light but satisfying.
Keith Hatley –
Aged to perfection. Rich flavors of caramel, dried fruits, and oak dominate with a smooth finish. A true collector’s item, though perhaps not worth the steep price for some.
Kristy Caylor –
Very special indeed. Velvety smooth with hints of vanilla, caramel, and oak. The nose is fantastic, but the palate is somewhat lighter than expected.