Heaven Hill 19 Year Wheat Whiskey Review – Is This Unicorn Worth the Hype?

Apr 21

t’s not every day you stumble into a bottle that bourbon lovers, whiskey collectors, and unicorn hunters have been chasing for months. But that’s exactly what happened when B spotted a low-res Facebook post and launched into action like a whiskey-fueled Jason Bourne. The result? Tortured Bourbon got their hands on one of the rarest whiskey releases of the year: the Heaven Hill 19 Year Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey, part of the 2025 Heaven Hill Heritage Collection.

In this episode, we do more than unbox a unicorn—we open it, nose it, taste it, and take you on a full whiskey review journey from mash bill to mouthfeel.

What Is Heaven Hill 19 Year Wheat Whiskey?

Let’s start with the basics:

Type: Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey
Mash Bill: 51% wheat, 37% corn, 12% malted barley
Proof: 100 (Bottled-in-Bond)
Age: 19 Years
Distilled: August–September 2005
Aged in: Rickhouse Y, 5th and 6th floors
MSRP: $299 (but good luck finding it for that)

This release marks a first for Heaven Hill—it’s their only wheated whiskey in the Heritage Collection so far. While they’re known for Larceny and wheated bourbon fans have plenty to explore, this one steps away from bourbon classification (barely) and enters the realm of ultra-aged wheat whiskey.

Tasting Notes – What Does Heaven Hill 19 Taste Like?

This whiskey doesn’t just taste old—it tastes wise. Here’s what Heather and B picked up in the tasting:

Nose

Caramelized sugar
Dried fig
Vanilla
Toasted oak
A soft menthol or pine note

Palate

Silky texture
Vanilla bean
Dark cherry
Leather and clove
Peppery ginger spice

Finish

Long and warm
Hints of baking spice
Balance of sweet and dry oak influence

It’s complex without being overwhelming. The oak is present (as you’d expect after 19 years), but it never takes over. There’s enough sweetness to keep it lively, with layered spice that rewards a slower sip.

Heritage & History – Why This Whiskey Matters

Heaven Hill isn’t new to greatness. Founded in 1935 right after Prohibition, the Shapira family has kept it family-owned ever since. Their catalog reads like a whiskey lover’s dream: Elijah Craig, Evan Williams, Larceny, Parker’s Heritage… and now, the Heritage Collection.

Launched in 2022, this collection showcases Heaven Hill’s oldest and most unique whiskeys. Previous releases have included:

Aged bourbon (2022)
18- and 20-year-old corn whiskeys (2023–2024)

Now in 2025, they unveil this ultra-aged wheated whiskey, adding yet another layer to their legacy. It’s their BTAC-style answer for the discerning collector, and it proves that Heaven Hill isn’t afraid to push boundaries—while keeping things rooted in Kentucky tradition.

Worth the Hype?

That’s the million-dollar question.

Yes, the bottle is beautiful. Yes, the stats are impressive. And yes—this whiskey delivers. But more importantly, it tells a story. About aging. About patience. About a distillery still run by the same family who started it 90 years ago.

This isn’t just hype—it’s heritage.

But don’t take our word for it. Watch the full episode, hear the live tasting, and catch the moment B realizes this might be his favorite pour of the year.

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Final Thoughts

Whether you’re chasing bottles, exploring the world of wheated whiskey, or just living vicariously through our whiskey tasting videos, this pour is something special. It reminds us that the best things in whiskey (and life) often come with time—and a little bit of luck.

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