Pure Antique 22 Year is masterfully blended using no more than three casks of Preservation Distillery's best 22-year Kentucky and Tennessee bourbon barrels. Each miniscule lot yields fewer than 250 bottles, with proofs ranging from 114.6 to 116.6 — genuine cask-strength bourbon at an age most whiskey never reaches.
These barrels entered the warehouse at a notably low entry proof of 115, then were strategically managed over the past decade to prevent the over-oaking that plagues many bourbons at this advanced age. The result is Preservation Distillery's signature style: rich viscosity, a long finish, and a rare balance that comes only from meticulous barrel selection and artful blending — qualities that are exceptionally difficult to achieve in a bourbon this old.
Unfiltered and bottled straight from the barrel, Pure Antique 22 Year represents the pinnacle of Preservation Distillery's "slow-tech" philosophy: a hands-on, micro-batch approach built around patience, precision, and an unwavering obsession with quality.
Why This Bottle Is Exceptionally Rare
Full 22-year age statement — a rarity in American bourbon
Blended from no more than 3 barrels per batch
Each lot produces fewer than 250 bottles worldwide
Very low barrel entry proof (115), carefully managed to avoid over-oaking
Cask strength, unfiltered, single batch
Sourced from both Kentucky and Tennessee distilleries
Product Details
Type
Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Age
22 Years Old
Size
750mL
Proof / ABV
114.6–116.6 Proof (57–62% ABV) — Varies by Lot
Barrel Entry Proof
115 Proof
Batch Size
1–3 Barrels per Lot (Fewer Than 250 Bottles)
Filtration
Unfiltered, Cask Strength, Single Batch
Distilled In
Tennessee & Kentucky
Please drink responsibly. Must be 21+ to purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the proof vary between 114.6 and 116.6?
Pure Antique 22 Year is bottled at true cask strength from no more than three individual barrels per lot. Since each barrel evaporates and concentrates slightly differently over 22 years, the exact proof varies slightly by lot within that stated range.
How rare is this bourbon?
Extremely rare. Each lot is blended from just 1 to 3 barrels and yields fewer than 250 bottles total — a fraction of the volume of most limited bourbon releases.
Why does barrel entry proof matter for a 22-year bourbon?
These barrels entered the warehouse at a notably low 115 proof and were strategically managed over the following decade specifically to avoid becoming over-oaked — a common issue with bourbons aged this long. This careful management is central to achieving Pure Antique's balance at such an advanced age.
Is this bourbon filtered?
No. Pure Antique 22 Year is bottled unfiltered at full cask strength, preserving its natural viscosity and concentrated flavor.
Where is this bourbon distilled?
The barrels used in this blend were distilled in both Tennessee and Kentucky, then blended and bottled by Preservation Distillery + Farm in Bardstown, Kentucky.
What is Preservation Distillery known for?
Preservation Distillery + Farm is dedicated to preserving the art of slow-distilling and traditional whiskey-making, using a hands-on "slow-tech" approach to craft micro-batch releases with bold, concentrated flavor.
