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Jim Beam White Label Sour Mash bourbon from 1976. Comes with box. 

A Liquid Time Capsule of 1970s Americana

Step back into 1976—the year of the American Bicentennial and a pivotal moment in Kentucky distilling. This vintage Jim Beam White Label isn't just a bottle of whiskey; it is a survivor of the "Bourbon Glut," an era where high-quality, well-aged stocks were plentiful, and the "Beam Funk" was at its most traditional.

Unlike today’s mass-produced expressions, this 1976 bottling was produced using mid-century methods, featuring the classic Sour Mash process that defined the Beam family legacy for seven generations. Complete with its original period-correct box, this is a centerpiece for any "dusty" bourbon collection.

Tasting Notes (The 1970s Profile)

• Nose: A nostalgic bouquet of toasted peanuts, vanilla bean, and old cellar oak. There is a distinct "dusty" sweetness, like honeycomb and dried corn husks.

• Palate: Surprisingly creamy and oily. Notes of butterscotch and baking spices (cinnamon/clove) lead into the signature roasted nut character that modern Beam fans will find much deeper and richer here.

• Finish: Clean but warming, with a lingering hint of charred oak and caramel corn.

Jack Daniel's Old Number 7 from 1985. 90 Proof. Comes with box. 

Old Grand Dad 86 proof from 1986 with original vintage presentation box.

The Legend of "National Distillers" High-Rye Spirit

For the "dusty" hunter, the phrase "National Distillers" is synonymous with excellence. This 1986 Old Grand-Dad (OGD) was bottled at the height of the brand’s glory at the Old Grand-Dad Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky (DSP-KY-14).

Unlike modern iterations, the 1980s National Distillers era of OGD is world-renowned for its specific yeast strain and heavy rye mashbill that produced a flavor profile unlike anything else in Kentucky history. This 1986 vintage is one of the final expressions produced under the original ownership before the 1987 acquisition by Beam, making it a high-demand "transition era" bottle.

• The "Orange Foil" Era: This bottle comes from the era where OGD gained its reputation for a unique "butterscotch and citrus" funk. It is widely considered by historians to be a completely different spirit than the modern version.

• The Final Years of DSP-KY-14: By 1987, production moved, and the original stills were eventually silenced. This 1986 bottling captures the raw, unfiltered character of the Frankfort distillery in its final prime years.

• Investment Grade: National Distillers-era bottles have seen some of the highest appreciation in the vintage market. This particular example includes the original presentation box, adding significantly to its display and resale value.

Brand: Old Grand-Dad

Proof: 86 Proof

Vintage Brook Hill dated 1988 from glass mold stamp.  Likely source of distillation is Heaven Hill (pre-fire).

The Holy Grail of "Pre-Fire" Kentucky Spirit

For the serious bourbon historian, the year 1996 marks a tragic dividing line: the Great Heaven Hill Fire. This 1988 vintage Brook Hill was distilled and barreled nearly a decade before that historic blaze destroyed the original Seven Brothers distillery (DSP-KY-31) and its irreplaceable maturing stocks.

Identified by the 1988 glass mold stamp, this expression captures the heavy, oily, and complex character that made "Pre-Fire" Heaven Hill the stuff of legend. While the Brook Hill label has recently been revived by Rare Character, this original 1980s bottling is a true "dusty" relic—a preserved time capsule of 20th-century craftsmanship.

Historical Significance & Collector’s Notes

The Heaven Hill Connection: Brook Hill was a historic label often associated with the Keiler and Friedman families. By the 1980s, the brand was being bottled using premium stocks from Heaven Hill’s original Bardstown site.

The 1988 Glass Code: In the world of vintage spirits, the bottle tells the truth. The "88" embossed on the glass floor confirms this bottle was produced during the peak of Kentucky’s "Glut Era," when some of the finest barrels in history were being diverted into labels like Brook Hill.

Pre-Fire Profile: Unlike modern distillates, bourbon from this era is renowned for a "dusty" funk—a unique combination of butterscotch, old leather, and dense oak spice that resulted from older fermentation styles and different grain sources no longer in use.

Tasting Notes (Vintage Profile)
Nose: Deep, concentrated aromas of antique furniture polish, dark maple syrup, and sun-dried tobacco leaves.

Palate: A velvety, "chewy" mouthfeel characteristic of the era. Rich notes of burnt caramel, holiday spices, and a hint of dark cocoa.

Finish: Exceptionally long and drying, leaving a lingering trail of seasoned oak and sweet pipe tobacco.

White Horse 8 Year Blended Scotch Whisky (Vintage).  Leaks are possible in transit for vintage bottles due to condition of the seals.  Bourbon Concierge is not responsible for minor leaks - for major leaks please contact our concierge.

Old Fitzgerald Kentucky Straight Bourbon Bottled in Bond (1936-1941).  Leaks are possible in transit for vintage bottles due to condition of the seals.  Bourbon Concierge is not responsible for minor leaks - for major leaks please contact our concierge.

Ancient Age 6 Year Straight Kentucky Bourbon (1960s). Leaks are possible in transit for vintage bottles due to condition of the seals.  Bourbon Concierge is not responsible for minor leaks - for major leaks please contact our concierge.

Weller 18 Year Old, the brand’s first wheat whiskey and oldest age-stated expression, is exclusive to travel retail. Bottled at 90 proof and aged 18 years, it’s available only at select international airport duty-free shops and The Bourbon Concierge!

“Weller 18 Year Old is the culmination of curiosity, tradition, and time,” says Harlen Wheatley, Buffalo Trace’s master distiller, in a press release. “Wheat has a softness that can sometimes get lost with age, but here, it’s evolved into something rich and beautifully expressive. We’re extremely proud of the resulting whiskey, which showcases the versatility and potential of a wheat-forward mashbill.” 

The Willett Family Estate Small Batch Bourbon is a commingling of two classic Willett family mash bills. A new addition to the Willett family of brands with legendary roots and fresh elegance. Both mash bills enter the barrel at 125 proof with a final bottling proof to vary among batches based on the discretion of Master Distiller and fifth generation whiskey maker, Drew Kulsveen.

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Old Squat Bottle

134.8 Proof

Batch 5

Veuve Clicquot Brut "Yellow Label" Luminous (Magnum - 1.5L)

Moet & Chandon Champagne Nectar Imperial Rose Luminous Edition (Magnum - 1.5L)

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Old Squat Bottle

138.8 Proof

Batch 10

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Old Squat Bottle

128.0 Proof

Batch 7

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Old Squat Bottle

132.4 Proof

Batch 4

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Old Squat Bottle

135.6 Proof

Batch 9

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Old Squat Bottle

139.4 Proof

Batch 11

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Old Squat Bottle

139.8 Proof

Batch 8