{"product_id":"garys-50-year-anniversary-5-year-kentucky-straight-bourbon","title":"Gary's 50 Year Anniversary 5 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon","description":"\u003cp\u003eGary's 50 Year Anniversary Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a commemorative 5-year-aged bourbon bottled at 108 proof, celebrating half a century of Casey Jones Distillery's dedication to Kentucky whiskey craftsmanship since 1976. This small batch expression captures the essence of traditional bourbon making in the heart of Hopkinsville, where time-honored methods meet celebratory spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the rolling hills of Christian County, Casey Jones Distillery has been quietly perfecting their craft for five decades, earning their place among Kentucky's respected small batch producers. This anniversary release honors founder Gary's vision of creating authentic Kentucky bourbon that speaks to the land, the grain, and the patient art of barrel aging. Each bottle carries the legacy of DSP-KY-20021, where copper pot stills and charred oak barrels work together to create something truly special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel-soaked oak, vanilla bean, toasted grain, honey-drizzled biscuits, dried orange peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich butterscotch, charred oak spice, dark cherry, baking spices, leather-bound tobacco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to long with warming cinnamon, burnt sugar, oak tannins, gentle pepper heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54.0% (108 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCasey Jones Distillery (DSP-KY-20021)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHopkinsville, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall Batch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnniversary\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50th Anniversary (Est. 1976)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnniversary Celebrations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toast special milestones with this commemorative bourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeat Sipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Savor the full complexity of Kentucky craftsmanship by the fireplace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Collecting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add this limited anniversary release to your bourbon library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift Giving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honor bourbon enthusiasts with this meaningful Kentucky heritage bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Gary's 50 Year Anniversary Bourbon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGary's 50 Year Anniversary Bourbon delivers rich caramel and vanilla notes from its 5-year aging, balanced with oak spice and warming heat at 108 proof. The nose reveals honey-sweetened grain and dried citrus, while the palate brings butterscotch, dark cherry, and leather notes that showcase traditional Kentucky bourbon character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Gary's Anniversary Bourbon good for cocktails?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 108-proof bourbon excels in spirit-forward cocktails like Old Fashioneds and Manhattans, where its robust flavor profile and higher proof shine through the mixers. However, given its commemorative nature and small batch status, many prefer to enjoy it neat or with a splash of water to fully appreciate its craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I drink Gary's 50 Year Anniversary Bourbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe Gary's Anniversary Bourbon neat in a Glencairn glass to experience its full aromatic profile, or add a few drops of water to open up the flavors at this higher proof. The 108 proof delivers warming heat that's perfect for slow sipping, allowing you to discover the layers of caramel, spice, and oak that develop over five years of aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes Casey Jones Distillery special?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCasey Jones Distillery has been crafting authentic Kentucky bourbon in Hopkinsville since 1976, focusing on small batch production and traditional methods. Their location in Christian County provides access to Kentucky's limestone-filtered water and ideal aging conditions, while their five decades of experience shows in every carefully crafted bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Gary's 50 Year Anniversary Bourbon worth collecting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis commemorative release marks half a century of Casey Jones Distillery's bourbon making, making it a meaningful addition to any whiskey collection. The combination of anniversary significance, small batch production, and Kentucky straight bourbon designation at 5 years and 108 proof creates both drinking enjoyment and collectible appeal for bourbon enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"50 Year Anniversary Gary's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43384196890698,"sku":"G50YA5YKSB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6095\/7258\/files\/front_3a93caef-d653-4733-988b-7c12d83c8a3c.jpg?v=1772904927","url":"https:\/\/theoldrickhouse.com\/products\/garys-50-year-anniversary-5-year-kentucky-straight-bourbon","provider":"The Old Rickhouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}