{"product_id":"black-maple-hill-16-year-small-batch-bourbon-whiskey","title":"Black Maple Hill 16 Year Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"31:1-31:436;699-1134\"\u003eBlack Maple Hill 16 Year Small Batch Bourbon is one of the most storied sourced releases in American whiskey. Produced during the label's celebrated early-2000s era — when Julian \"Pappy\" Van Winkle III personally oversaw barrel selection through the Kentucky Bourbon Distillers network in Bardstown — this 16-year expression represents the standard that made the Black Maple Hill name legendary among collectors and connoisseurs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"33:1-33:329;1136-1464\"\u003eAt 47.5% ABV and aged for 16 years in new charred white oak, this small batch draws from a carefully curated selection of barrels mingled for consistency and depth. Classic-era Black Maple Hill releases like this one are no longer being reproduced. What remains in circulation is legacy stock, and it commands serious attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"37:1-37:64;1471-1534\"\u003eTasting Notes: Black Maple Hill 16 Year Small Batch Bourbon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"39:1-39:231;1536-1766\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown sugar, honey, dark toffee, and cocoa bean with subtle hints of creamed corn and molasses. The aromatics deepen with a few minutes in the glass, revealing a sophisticated bouquet that speaks to extended barrel time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"41:1-41:236;1768-2003\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lush and oily with a creamy, semisweet entry. Notes of nougat, honey, marzipan, and brown sugar give way to leathery old oak at midpalate — cereal sweetness balanced by a pleasant nuttiness and a hint of golden apple fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"43:1-43:110;2005-2114\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chewy and succulent with lingering oak, light spice, and a gently dry close. Long and satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"47:1-47:45;2121-2165\"\u003eBlack Maple Hill 16 Year: Bottle Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" data-sourcepos=\"49:1-55:68;2167-2469\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"49:1-49:72;2167-2238\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced | Kentucky Bourbon Distillers (Bardstown, KY)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"50:1-50:20;2239-2258\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"51:1-51:28;2259-2286\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47.5% (95 Proof)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"52:1-52:25;2287-2311\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"53:1-53:56;2312-2367\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corn-forward Kentucky straight bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"54:1-54:34;2368-2401\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask:\u003c\/strong\u003e New charred white oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" data-sourcepos=\"55:1-55:68;2402-2469\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic CVI Brands \/ Van Winkle III oversight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"59:1-59:40;2476-2515\"\u003eFood Pairings \u0026amp; Serving Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"61:1-61:301;2517-2817\"\u003eBlack Maple Hill 16 Year is best appreciated neat or with a single large ice cube to open up the aromatics. The creamy, honeyed profile pairs well with dark chocolate, aged cheddar, roasted nuts, or a classic pecan dessert. If cocktailing, it elevates an Old Fashioned without sacrificing its nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"65:1-65:77;2824-2900\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions: Black Maple Hill 16 Year Small Batch Bourbon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"67:1-68:321;2902-3271\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Black Maple Hill 16 Year special?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a product of the label's original golden era — when Julian Van Winkle III was personally selecting barrels through Kentucky Bourbon Distillers. That combination of access to exceptional vintage stock and an elite palate is what made Black Maple Hill one of the most sought-after sourced releases of the early 2000s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"70:1-71:176;3273-3494\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Black Maple Hill still being produced?\u003c\/strong\u003e The original classic-era releases bottled under Van Winkle III oversight are not being reproduced. What's available today is remaining legacy stock. When it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"73:1-74:215;3496-3771\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does small batch differ from single barrel releases?\u003c\/strong\u003e Small batch draws from several carefully selected barrels mingled together, producing a more consistent and approachable profile than single barrel releases while maintaining the same exceptional sourcing standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"76:1-77:169;3773-3985\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Black Maple Hill 16 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e 47.5% ABV — 95 proof. This is a deliberate proof point that allows the full aromatic range to express without the dilution of lower proofs or the heat of cask strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"79:1-80:224;3987-4244\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a collectible bottle?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Classic-era Black Maple Hill is considered highly collectible. Limited remaining supply and the historical significance of the Van Winkle III connection make this a legitimate shelf piece as much as a drinking whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" data-sourcepos=\"84:1-84:35;4251-4285\"\u003eQuality Liquor Store Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" data-sourcepos=\"86:1-86:230;4287-4516\"\u003eAt Quality Liquor Store, we carry authentic, properly stored bottles — no compromised stock, no temperature-abused product. Every order ships with care from our San Diego location. Questions about this bottle? We're here to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Maple Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48056179523842,"sku":"LWisk-0090","price":5499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/3289\/2418\/files\/black-maple-hill.jpg?v=1782765876","url":"https:\/\/qualityliquorstore.com\/products\/black-maple-hill-16-year-small-batch-bourbon-whiskey","provider":"Quality Liquor Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}