Name: Old Rip Van Winkle Old Time Rye Whiskey 12 Year Old Squat Bottle / Lawrenceburg
SKU: 15884
Price: 8999.97 CAD
Availability: InStock

Description

Old Rip Van Winkle Old Time Rye Whiskey 12 Year Old Squat Bottle / Lawrenceburg

This exceptionally rare bottle of Old Rip Van Winkle 12 Year Old Old Time Rye comes in the classic squat bottle design and has a very rich history.

Bottled in 1997 by Julian Van Winkle III, this rye whiskey comes from the Medley distillery. This distillery is renowned for its high-quality spirits. By 1998, the same batch was rebottled as the 13 Year Old Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye in taller cognac-style bottles for international markets. The U.S. release of this reserve followed in 1999 under the same 13-year Family Reserve label.

Even though it was labeled as 13 years old, the whiskey continued to mature in casks and reached 19 years before being tanked in 2004. The later iterations of the Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye combined Medley’s stock with Bernheim’s Cream of Kentucky. The original batch of this whiskey stock finally ran out in 2017. This is why it’s considered a collector’s item and is incredibly sought-after.

This bottle, dating back to around 2001, is from the prized Medley stock and is labeled as 12 years old (though its actual age at bottling was closer to 15-16 years).

Here’s why you should have it:

Don’t think of this bottle as only a collector’s item – it’s a piece of whiskey history.
It brings back a rare era when Medley’s distilling practices set the bar for premium rye whiskey. The squat bottle design is iconic and immediately recognizable.
The extended aging imparts rich, complex flavors that newer iterations simply cannot replicate. So, if you’re a whiskey enthusiast, owning this bottle is a mark of refined taste and appreciation for a legacy that’s no longer produced.

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Returns

We are committed to delivering your order to you in perfect condition. However, if you get an item that is damaged during transit or considerably different from what you ordered, we will arrange a return through courier and issue you a full refund.

But if you want to be eligible for it, you must inform us within 24 hours of receiving the item. Once we get the returned product, we will process your refund. This will be credited to your original payment method.

Non-Refundable Items

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Personalized and bespoke products that have been customized specifically for you
Made-to-order items, which are produced based on individual requests
Items with broken seals, as these cannot be resold

We recommend that you thoroughly inspect your order upon delivery and get in touch with us immediately if you find there is an issue. Being prompt in communication will give us a chance to resolve the matter as quickly as possible.

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Cancellation

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But please note that bespoke or personalized items can’t be canceled unless they are faulty. These custom-made products are exempt from cancellation because of their unique nature.

When you’re canceling an order, you are responsible for covering the return shipping costs, as Prime Vintage Cellars does not cover these expenses. Returned items must be sent back within 14 days of your cancellation request. Once we get the returned items and confirm that they are in their original condition, your refund will be processed.

To cancel your order, please reach out to our Customer Services team as soon as possible; they will guide you through the process and provide you with the necessary return instructions. If your item is faulty, please inform our team, and we will assist you with the next steps to be taken.

We want to make sure that you have a hassle-free cancellation process while upholding our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

If you have any questions regarding cancellations or returns, please do not hesitate to reach out to our support team for help.

Old Rip Van Winkle Old Time Rye Whiskey 12 Year Old Squat Bottle / Lawrenceburg