{"product_id":"parker-s-heritage-collection-20th-edition-14-year-rye-backset-bourbon","title":"Parker’s Heritage Collection 20th Edition 14 Year Rye Backset Bourbon","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParker’s Heritage Collection 20th Edition 14 Year Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e honors the legacy of legendary Heaven Hill Master Distiller Emeritus Parker Beam with a mature, barrel-proof Kentucky bourbon built around one of his favored production techniques: \u003cstrong\u003erye backset fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whiskey begins with Heaven Hill’s classic bourbon mash bill of \u003cstrong\u003e78% corn, 10% rye and 12% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e. Rather than increasing the rye percentage in the grain recipe, Heaven Hill incorporated backset from rye whiskey production during fermentation. This subtle change is designed to bring additional \u003cstrong\u003espice, depth and balance\u003c\/strong\u003e while maintaining the unmistakable character of traditional Heaven Hill bourbon. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged for \u003cstrong\u003e14 years\u003c\/strong\u003e and bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e118 proof \/ 59% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 20th Edition delivers the concentration expected from long-aged, non-chill-filtered, barrel-proof bourbon. The profile moves from \u003cstrong\u003evanilla, cooked grain, dark fruit and baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e into rich toffee, roasted nuts, clove, nutmeg and mature oak, followed by a long finish of dry oak, raisin, rye spice and caramelized sweetness. Independent early tasting notes also highlight walnut, white fig, peanut brittle, cherry-cola accents and additional cinnamon and apple sweetness when water is added. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis release is especially significant for collectors because it marks the \u003cstrong\u003e20th edition of Parker’s Heritage Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, a series known for exploring unusual barrel selections, mash bills, finishes and production techniques. As with previous releases, a portion of proceeds supports the \u003cstrong\u003eALS Association\u003c\/strong\u003e in Parker Beam’s honor. Heaven Hill reports that the collection has contributed more than $1.4 million to ALS research and patient care. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026 Parker’s Heritage Collection 20th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade with \u003cstrong\u003erye backset during fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeaven Hill traditional bourbon mash bill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e78% corn \/ 10% rye \/ 12% malted barley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e118 proof \/ 59% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrel-proof bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-chill filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected from only \u003cstrong\u003e100 barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistilled from late 2011 through early 2012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatured across multiple Heaven Hill rickhouses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited nationwide September 2026 release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortion of proceeds benefits the ALS Association\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eVanilla wafer, dark dried fruit, cooked grain, walnut, allspice and seasoned oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, with hints of citrus oil and char.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and full-bodied with \u003cstrong\u003etoffee, roasted peanut, clove, nutmeg, white fig and pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing additional nutty and fruit sweetness with a few drops of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming with \u003cstrong\u003edry oak, raisin, rye spice, peanut brittle and cherry-cola sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by lingering cinnamon and caramelized fruit. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe \u003cstrong\u003eParker’s Heritage Collection 14 Year Bourbon neat\u003c\/strong\u003e in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped whiskey glass and give it several minutes to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e118 proof\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding a small amount of water is especially worthwhile. Start with a few drops and taste again; this can reveal additional fruit, caramel, nuts and baking spice while softening the mature oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large cube works for a slower pour, but given the age, limited production and collectible status, this bottle is best experienced primarily as a sipping bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor food pairings, try \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate, roasted pecans, aged cheddar, smoked meats, bread pudding or caramel desserts\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Parker’s Heritage Collection 2026?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the \u003cstrong\u003e20th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e of Heaven Hill’s annual Parker’s Heritage Collection, featuring a 14-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon made with rye backset. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is rye backset?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBackset is liquid remaining after distillation that is reused during fermentation as part of the sour-mash process. For this release, Heaven Hill used \u003cstrong\u003ebackset from rye whiskey production\u003c\/strong\u003e when fermenting its standard bourbon recipe. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e118 proof \/ 59% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e at barrel proof. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it non-chill filtered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Heaven Hill confirms that the 20th Edition is \u003cstrong\u003enon-chill filtered\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many barrels were used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe release was created from \u003cstrong\u003e100 barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen was the bourbon distilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe barrels were distilled between \u003cstrong\u003eOctober 2011 and January 2012\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Parker’s Heritage Collection limited?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 20th Edition is a limited national release beginning in \u003cstrong\u003eSeptember 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e, with select quantities also allocated internationally. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the release support ALS charities?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Heaven Hill donates a portion of proceeds from each bottle to the \u003cstrong\u003eALS Association\u003c\/strong\u003e in honor of Parker Beam. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parker's Heritage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48311239442569,"sku":"PARKERS-HERITAGE-COLLECTION-20TH-EDITION-14-YEAR-RYE-BACKSET-BOURBON-750ML","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/3013\/8249\/files\/Parkers_20th_Edition_Bottle_MockUp.webp?v=1788998792","url":"https:\/\/mainstreetliquor.com\/products\/parker-s-heritage-collection-20th-edition-14-year-rye-backset-bourbon","provider":"Main Street Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}