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A.H. Hirsch 16 Year Gold Foil (1974) - Pennco 16 Year Bourbon Bottle
Auction Lot #1393 No Reserve

A.H. Hirsch 16 Year Gold Foil (1974)

  • 5 Bidders

  • 14 Watching

Auction Ends

Apr 12, 2026 at 9:00PM EST

Current Bid

$1,060

17 Bids

Estimate

$2,000 - $2,500

A.H. Hirsch 16 Year Gold Foil (1974) is widely regarded as a legendary piece of bourbon history. Distilled in 1974 at the historic Michter’s Distillery in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania, this whiskey was laid down during an era when American whiskey faced uncertain times. After aging for 16 years, it was bottled in the early 1990s, just as bourbon was beginning its renaissance. The Gold Foil label, bottled at 91.6 proof, is the most sought-after of the Hirsch releases, cherished for its rarity and its ties to a distillery that no longer exists. Collectors and enthusiasts view this bottle as a symbol of a bygone era, making it one of the most coveted bourbons ever released. Its story is inseparable from the rich, often turbulent history of American whiskey production in the late 20th century.

All items sold as-is.
Type Bourbon
Distillery Pennco
Age 16 Years
Proof 91.6 Proof
Bottle Size 750ml
  • Bottle Condition: Excellent
  • Seal: Intact, original seal unbroken.
  • Fill Level: High shoulder
  • Storage: Stored upright in a climate-controlled environment.

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