Barton – Ridgewood Reserve 1792, 8 Year Old, 75cl (Pre-Ridgemont “Lawsuit” Bottle)

A rare pre-Ridgemont Reserve era bottling from Barton. This 8-year-old small-batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon is the short-lived “Ridgewood Reserve 1792” release—famously pulled from shelves after a Brown-Forman lawsuit. Highly collectible and scarce.

Key Details:
- Distillery: Barton 1792 Distillery (Bardstown, Kentucky)
- Expression: Ridgewood Reserve 1792 (pre-Ridgemont/“1792 Bourbon” branding)
- Age: 8 Years
- Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Small Batch)
- ABV: 46.85% 
- Bottle Size: 75cl (750ml US)
- Packaging: Bottle Only
- Era: Pre-name-change “lawsuit” bottling (early 2000s)
- Condition: Great Condition

Historic Note (why it’s the “lawsuit” bottle):
- The Ridgewood Reserve 1792 name preceded Ridgemont Reserve and the later “1792” Barton releases.
- After a trademark lawsuit by Brown-Forman (over similarity to Woodford Reserve branding), inventory was removed from shelves.
- Very few bottles remain in circulation; surviving examples are highly sought after.

Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Caramel corn, vanilla bean, orange peel, and toasted oak with a hint of baking spice.
- Palate: Brown sugar, toffee, and ripe stone fruit layered with cinnamon, clove, and charred oak.
- Finish: Medium-long with caramel, oak spice, and a warm Kentucky hug.

Why Collect This Bottle:
- Lawsuit Rarity: Short production window; pulled from shelves—true piece of modern bourbon history.
- Precursor to 1792: Early chapter in Barton’s 1792 lineage, prized by brand completists.
- Display Appeal: Distinct label and story make a standout conversation piece.
- Bourbon Boom Provenance: Increasingly scarce as vintage bourbon ephemera gains momentum.

Seller Notes:
- Stored upright in a cool, dark place away from light.
- Fill level: high/into neck; closure and tax/safety seals intact.
- Label and glass: clean with minimal handling marks; no leakage.
- Packaging: [add “no box” or describe original carton if present].

Bidder Confidence:
- Authenticity assured.
- Professional, secure packaging for transit.
- International shipping available; buyer responsible for local duties and taxes.