Parker's Heritage Collection "American" Aged 11 Years Kentucky Straight Whiskey (Release #19)

A bold experiment in tradition. Parker’s Heritage Collection “American” Aged 11 Years is a limited-edition release that pulls from Heaven Hill’s archive—aging components across bourbon, corn whiskey, and a unique rye-/malted-barley mash, before marrying them into one powerful expression. Bottled at approximately 122.5 proof, it presents with full strength, depth, and character. From the first pour, you’ll sense caramel and corn sweetness, orchard fruit undergrowth, then bold rye and malt lift. The finish lingers on oak spice, dark fruit, and textured grain. It’s structured yet refined—a whiskey for the collector and the serious sipper alike.

Nose: Butterscotch and toasted marshmallow, peanut brittle with oak spices.

Palate: Rich caramel sweetness up front, then rye spice and roasted nuts emerge.

Finish: Stewed apples with aged malt notes and a spicy white-pepper kick that lingers.

Pair with rich pecan pie or maple-glazed nuts to echo its caramel and nutty tones. A dark cherry chocolate bar draws out the orchard-fruit and raisins. For a savory match: smoked duck breast or pepper-crusted steak bring out the rye spice and oak backbone beautifully.