A. H. Hirsch Reserve 16 Year Gold Foil is a legendary, finite-release straight bourbon associated with a 1974 Pennsylvania distillation and later bottlings under the A. H. Hirsch name. Reputable bourbon coverage notes its scarcity, 16-year age statement, links to the original Michter’s/Pennco distillery story, and status as one of American whiskey’s most collectible bottles.
Tasting Profile
Gear Patrol described a tasted Gold Foil example as very sweet, soft, vanilla-heavy and candy-like, with almost no burn. Los Angeles Whiskey Society notes cite vanilla on the nose, oak and vanilla on the palate, spice, and lighter fruit hints.
Best For
Collectors and experienced bourbon drinkers seeking a historic, rare bottle rather than a routine everyday pour.
Product Details
Producer / Label: A. H. Hirsch Reserve
Style: Straight bourbon whiskey
Age: 16 years
Bottle size: 750mL
Known release context: 1974 Pennsylvania-distilled whiskey; Gold Foil bottling
Reported ABV: 45.8% ABV / 91.6 proof (reported by specialty whiskey references)
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