I.W. Harper President's Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Meet I. W. Harper President’s Reserve—a refined bourbon born from the legacy of Isaac Wolfe Bernheim. Crafted at Diageo’s Bernheim Distillery, aged in the famed Stitzel‑Weller warehouses, and bottled at the George Dickel facility, this premium offering carries decades of bourbon history in every drop.

Bottled at a precise 43% ABV (86 proof) and presented in an elegant glass decanter, it’s a statement piece on the shelf and an elevated sip in the glass. 

This release is a comeback to prestige, revived in the U.S. in 2015 after years of export-only focus, now embodying both heritage and contemporary craftsmanship. Every pour whispers of legacy, offering smoothness, subtle complexity, and a refined finish that invites lingering reflection.

Nose: An earthy embrace of lacquered raspberry jam, beeswax, subtle farmyard warmth, lemon zest, and spice.

Palate: Velvety and deep—raspberry preserves unfold over jasmine, burnt candy, and a hint of sweet corn, building into a gentle richness.

Finish: Tannic echoes of raspberry seeds balance sweetness with dry intrigue—a nuanced finale that avoids cloying heaviness.

Pair with raspberry-chocolate mousse to echo its jammy depth. Aged Gouda or semi-soft blue cheese elevate its beeswax and orchard undertones. For rich contrast, try dark chocolate bark or caramel-coated nuts—a mindful dance of flavor.