Evan Williams Single Barrel 1994, 43.3%

Introduction

Evan Williams Single Barrel is Heaven Hill Distillery’s premium, vintage-dated single barrel bourbon that showcases the distiller’s craftmanship through unique, hand-selected barrels that represent the pinnacle of bourbon making.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Traditional bourbon mash bill with corn (at least 51%), complemented by rye and malted barley, sourced from American farms
• Distillation process: Distilled in copper stills at Heaven Hill Distillery in Kentucky, following time-honored methods dating back to the 18th century
• Maturation: Aged in new, charred American white oak barrels for approximately 8-10 years, with each barrel stored in specific warehouse locations selected for optimal aging conditions
• Special techniques: Each barrel individually selected by Master Distillers, with every bottle hand-numbered with barrel number and barreling/bottling dates

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich caramel, vanilla, and charred oak with hints of dried fruits, cinnamon, and honeyed sweetness
• Palate: Medium to full-bodied with layers of sweet oak, dark chocolate, caramelized sugar, and baking spices, balanced with subtle notes of candied fruit and toasted nuts
• Finish: Long, warm and satisfying with lingering notes of oak, vanilla, and a pleasant touch of cinnamon and nutmeg

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature or with a single large ice cube
• Glass recommendation: Glencairn whiskey glass or traditional rocks glass
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its complexity, though a few drops of water can open up additional aromatic notes
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, aged cheeses, smoked nuts, or grilled steaks

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 43.3% ABV
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Country/Region of origin: Kentucky, United States
• Certifications/Awards: Multiple gold medals at San Francisco World Spirits Competition; named “Whiskey of the Year” by Whisky Advocate

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Evan Williams Single Barrel 1994 represents a singular moment in bourbon history, captured in a bottle that can never be precisely replicated.

With increasingly limited quantities available, this vintage release offers bourbon enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience a piece of distilling history that continues to diminish with each passing year.

Crafted under the watchful eye of Heaven Hill’s renowned Master Distillers, this bourbon stands as a testament to the uncompromising standards that have established Kentucky as the world’s bourbon capital.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Celebrated by whiskey critics and collectors alike, Evan Williams Single Barrel remains one of the most awarded single barrel bourbons in the world.

Dedicated bourbon enthusiasts consistently seek out these vintage releases, with many collectors maintaining vertical collections of different years to compare the subtle variations that make each vintage unique.

The 1994 vintage has been particularly praised for its exceptional balance of traditional bourbon character with nuanced complexity that develops only through perfect barrel selection.

From Heaven Hill Distillery to You

Each bottle of Evan Williams Single Barrel represents not just a product, but the culmination of generations of bourbon-making expertise shared directly from America’s heartland.

The transparency of the single barrel approach—complete with handwritten barrel number and dates—creates an intimate connection between you and the craftspeople who selected this specific barrel as worthy of bearing the Evan Williams name.

By enjoying this bourbon, you join a community of discerning spirits enthusiasts who appreciate the authentic traditions and meticulous attention to detail that have defined American whiskey for centuries—discover what makes this vintage worthy of its celebrated reputation.