A.H. Hirsch 16 Year Gold Foil (1974)
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April 12, 2026
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10 Bidders
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0 Watching
Final Bid
$2,125
38 Bids
Estimate
$2,000 - $2,500
Auction Ended
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.
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| 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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