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Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 Distilled in Spring 1916, bottled in Spring 1929, ullage: low shoulder This is fascinating piece of Prohibition-era history. The Dowling Brothers – Edward, John and Michael – operated a distillery in rural Mercer County, Kentucky, where this whiskey was distilled in 1916. After the onset of Prohibition, distilleries like Dowling Bros. were not only barred from making or selling whiskey, but were forced to ship their existing barrels to one of the few distilleries allowed to continue selling whiskey for medicinal purposes, in this case A.Ph. Stitzel in Louisville (which would become Stitzel-Weller after Prohibition ended). There the whiskey remained in a warehouse, under tight government supervision, for nine years, until it was bottled in 1929. 1 pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 88: Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 (1 Pint)

dowling bros 100 proof 1916 (1 pint)

View 1 of Lot 89: Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 (1 Pint)

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Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 Distilled in Spring 1916, bottled in Spring 1929, ullage: low shoulder, capsule over tax strip slightly splitting, This is fascinating piece of Prohibition-era history. The Dowling Brothers – Edward, John and Michael – operated a distillery in rural Mercer County, Kentucky, where this whiskey was distilled in 1916. After the onset of Prohibition, distilleries like Dowling Bros. were not only barred from making or selling whiskey, but were forced to ship their existing barrels to one of the few distilleries allowed to continue selling whiskey for medicinal purposes, in this case A.Ph. Stitzel in Louisville (which would become Stitzel-Weller after Prohibition ended). There the whiskey remained in a warehouse, under tight government supervision, for nine years, until it was bottled in 1929. 1 Pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 181: Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 (1 Pint)

Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 Distilled in Spring 1916, bottled in Spring 1929, ullage: low shoulder This is fascinating piece of Prohibition-era history. The Dowling Brothers – Edward, John and Michael – operated a distillery in rural Mercer County, Kentucky, where this whiskey was distilled in 1916. After the onset of Prohibition, distilleries like Dowling Bros. were not only barred from making or selling whiskey, but were forced to ship their existing barrels to one of the few distilleries allowed to continue selling whiskey for medicinal purposes, in this case A.Ph. Stitzel in Louisville (which would become Stitzel-Weller after Prohibition ended). There the whiskey remained in a warehouse, under tight government supervision, for nine years, until it was bottled in 1929. 1 Pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 180: Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 (1 Pint)

View 1 of Lot 90: Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 (1 Pint)

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Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 Distilled in Spring 1916, bottled in Spring 1929, tax strip worn, original red plastic capsule damaged but still adhered tightly to bottle, front label very lightly worn, back label very lightly worn, original carton worn and includes original red paper strip seal This is a fascinating piece of Prohibition-era history. The Dowling Brothers – Edward, John and Michael – operated a distillery in rural Mercer County, Kentucky, where this whiskey was distilled in 1916. After the onset of Prohibition, distilleries like Dowling Bros. were not only barred from making or selling whiskey, but were forced to ship their existing barrels to one of the few distilleries allowed to continue selling whiskey for medicinal purposes, in this case A.Ph. Stitzel in Louisville (which would become Stitzel-Weller after Prohibition ended). There the whiskey remained in a warehouse, under tight government supervision, for nine Years, until it was bottled in 1929. 1 bottle pint (original carton) Please refer to images for levels and conditions ﻿﻿All Lots are offered for sale in the condition they are in at the time of sale and sold “AS IS” in accordance with the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Prospective buyers should inspect each Lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. The images provided here are provided to assist you with assessing the condition of each Lot and are for guidance only; they should not be considered a replacement for inspecting the Lot in person. Buyers are encouraged to collect their purchased Lots in person at our New York premises. Please note we do not ship spirits to any location outside of Manhattan. ﻿Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 177: Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 (1 Pint)

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Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 Distilled in Spring 1916, bottled in Spring 1929, ullage: low shoulder, tax strip slightly nicked at the base, original carton slightly worn This is fascinating piece of Prohibition-era history. The Dowling Brothers – Edward, John and Michael – operated a distillery in rural Mercer County, Kentucky, where this whiskey was distilled in 1916. After the onset of Prohibition, distilleries like Dowling Bros. were not only barred from making or selling whiskey, but were forced to ship their existing barrels to one of the few distilleries allowed to continue selling whiskey for medicinal purposes, in this case A.Ph. Stitzel in Louisville (which would become Stitzel-Weller after Prohibition ended). There the whiskey remained in a warehouse, under tight government supervision, for nine years, until it was bottled in 1929. Please refer to images for levels and conditions 1 bt pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. ﻿Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 113: Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 (1 BT Pint)

dowling bros 100 proof 1916 (1 bt pint)

View 1 of Lot 91: Dowling Bros 100 Proof 1916 (1 Pint)

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Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection 2024 Release NV

Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection 2024 Release NV One lot comprising all five bottles from the Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection 2024 Release, Includes original wooden display box: Mirror Brook Bourbon Bottled In Bond 100 Proof V.O.P. Very Oldest Procurable Bourbon 125.6 Proof Silver Wedding Rye Whiskey 125 Proof Anderson's Belle Wheated Bourbon Bottled In Bond 100 Proof Old Fashioned Mountain Corn Whiskey 110 Proof Buffalo Trace Distillery Prohibition Collection honors the ingenuity of America’s distillers during one of whiskey’s most defining eras. Each expression revives a historic label once bottled for “medicinal purposes” between 1920–1933. Each of the brands included in Prohibition Collection were bottled at, or in connection with, the George T. Stagg Distillery during Prohibition. Documents discovered in the Distillery’s archives reveal stories from over a century ago and inspired the whiskeys crafted in each Prohibition Collection release, all of which are inspired by the original, colorful packaging for these historic brands. 5 bottles 37.5cl (original wooden case) Please refer to images for levels and conditions All Lots are offered for sale in the condition they are in at the time of sale and sold “AS IS” in accordance with the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Prospective buyers should inspect each Lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. The images provided here are provided to assist you with assessing the condition of each Lot and are for guidance only; they should not be considered a replacement for inspecting the Lot in person. Spirits and liquor can be picked up by the buyer or the buyer’s agent at our New York premises, or shipped to the District of Columbia, New Hampshire, and New York through specialized carriers. Please note that applicable taxes and fees will be added to the purchase price on the invoice. ﻿For all other locations, Sotheby’s Wine is happy to walk you through available shipping options and, when needed, introduce you to carriers who may be able to deliver to your final destination, be it domestic or international. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Winepostsaleservices.ny@sothebys.com. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 647: Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection 2024 Release NV (5 Bottles 37.5cl)

buffalo trace prohibition collection 2024 release nv (5 bottles 37.5cl)

Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection 2023 Release NV

Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection 2023 Release NV One lot comprising all five bottles from the Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection 2023 Release, includes original transport box and wooden display box: Three Feathers Bourbon Bottled In Bond 100 Proof Old Stagg Whiskey 132.4 Proof Spiritus Frumenti Whiskey 110 Proof Walnut Hill Whiskey 90 Proof Golden Wedding Rye Whiskey 107 Proof The Buffalo Trace Distillery Prohibition Collection honors the ingenuity of America’s distillers during one of whiskey’s most defining eras. Each expression revives a historic label once bottled for “medicinal purposes” between 1920–1933. Each of the brands included in Prohibition Collection were bottled at, or in connection with, the George T. Stagg Distillery during Prohibition. Documents discovered in the Distillery’s archives reveal stories from over a century ago and inspired the whiskeys crafted in each Prohibition Collection release, all of which are inspired by the original, colorful packaging for these historic brands. 5 bottles 37.5cl (original wooden case) Please refer to images for levels and conditions All Lots are offered for sale in the condition they are in at the time of sale and sold “AS IS” in accordance with the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Prospective buyers should inspect each Lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. The images provided here are provided to assist you with assessing the condition of each Lot and are for guidance only; they should not be considered a replacement for inspecting the Lot in person. Spirits and liquor can be picked up by the buyer or the buyer’s agent at our New York premises, or shipped to the District of Columbia, New Hampshire, and New York through specialized carriers. Please note that applicable taxes and fees will be added to the purchase price on the invoice. ﻿For all other locations, Sotheby’s Wine is happy to walk you through available shipping options and, when needed, introduce you to carriers who may be able to deliver to your final destination, be it domestic or international. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Winepostsaleservices.ny@sothebys.com. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 646: Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection 2023 Release NV (5 Bottles 37.5cl)

buffalo trace prohibition collection 2023 release nv (5 bottles 37.5cl)

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Old Fitzgerald 17 Year Old 100 Proof 1916

Old Fitzgerald 17 Year Old 100 Proof 1916 Distilled in the Fall of 1916, bottled in the Fall of 1933, produced by The Davies County Distillers, Distillery No. 2, A Ph. Stitzel Incorporated, dates on damaged original tax strip have been amended (not uncommon for a bottle from this era) from what appears to be Spring 1916 and Spring 1933, red metal capsule slightly loose but remains sealed and intact, Illinois tax stamp adhered to the front label, labels slightly damaged and worn This bottle is interesting as it comes from a specific period just after prohibition ended, where medicinal pints were being phased out into official quart bottlings; "As far as my research has sussed out, quarts were never sold during prohibition... Since prohibition ended in 1933, this whiskey (a quart bottle of Old McBrayer) was either taken from 4 existing pints and re-bottled, which was a common practice at the time, or it was bottled straight from the barrel (I believe it was the prior). Either way, there was a brief time when quarts were being bottled without the 'Federal Law Prohibits Sale or Re-use of This Bottle' embossed on the glass (1933 through 1935)" Futher Literature: Old Whiskey Bottle Sizes - Scott Spaid, Whiskey Bent 1 bottle quart (no original packaging) Please refer to images for levels and conditions Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 160: Old Fitzgerald 17 Year Old 100 Proof 1916 (1 Bottle Quart)

old fitzgerald 17 year old 100 proof 1916 (1 bottle quart)

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Old Charter 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in 1917, bottled in 1929, produced by Wright & Taylor, includes original carton, California tax sticker adhered over front label, front & back labels are blemished, original carton is missing top flap, Bottled during prohibition and sold as medicinal whiskey, this is a truly historic artefact from the United States Prohibition era. Please refer to images for levels and conditions 1 bottle pint (original carton) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 285: Old Charter 100 Proof 1917 (1 Bottle Pint)

old charter 100 proof 1917 (1 bottle pint)

Belle of Marion Bottled in Bond 100 Proof 1914

Belle of Marion Bottled in Bond 100 Proof 1914 For medicinal purposes only, Hermitage Distillery, distilled Spring 1914, bottled Spring 1927, back label is stained, tax strip is slightly knicked, Bottled during prohibition and sold as medicinal whiskey, this is a truly historic artefact from the United States Prohibition era. Please refer to images for levels and conditions 1 bottle pint (no original packaging) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 152: Belle of Marion Bottled in Bond 100 Proof 1914 (1 Bottle Pint)

belle of marion bottled in bond 100 proof 1914 (1 bottle pint)

Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in Fall 1917, bottled in Fall 1930, ullage: low shoulder, tax strip over capsule nicked, original carton slightly worn The Gold Seal brand was created under Prohibition as a catchall label for whiskey owned by the Security Warehouse and Investment Co., based in St. Louis. The company, which had a license to sell whiskey for medicinal purposes, bought up stocks from a wide variety of distilleries – in this case from the Elk Run Distillery in eastern Louisville, then bottled them under the catchall Gold Seal brand. Note that the label only says “whiskey,” not “bourbon” or “rye,” likely a reflection of the variety of mash bills under the company’s control. 1 Pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 207: Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 (1 Pint)

gold seal 100 proof 1917 (1 pint)

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Old Crow 100 Proof 1913 Distilled Spring 1913, bottled Fall 1927, ullage: mid shoulder Up until Prohibition, Old Crow was among the most renowned names in Kentucky bourbon, respected as far as London and Paris as the pinnacle of American whiskey. Though it traces its roots to an innovative Scotsman named James Crow, who created the brand – and many of the techniques that shaped modern bourbon – in the 1830s, the Old Crow name came into its own during the Gilded Age, when it was produced at the Hermitage distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. This bottle represents one of the last times that Hermitage-made whiskey went up for sale; Prohibition shut its doors, and they never reopened. Today Old Crow is a bottom-shelf whiskey, a shadow of its former self, and this bottle is a testament to how glorious that former self really was. 1 bt PINT (nop) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 475: Old Crow 100 Proof 1913 (1 PINT)

old crow 100 proof 1913 (1 pint)

Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917

Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in the Fall of 1917, bottled in the Fall of 1930, ullage: low shoulder, Missouri tax stamp adhered to shoulder, front label and back label very lightly worn, original carton slightly worn and damaged The Gold Seal brand was created under Prohibition as a catchall label for whiskey owned by the Security Warehouse and Investment Co., based in St. Louis. The company, which had a license to sell whiskey for medicinal purposes, bought up stocks from a wide variety of distilleries – in this case from the Elk Run Distillery in eastern Louisville, then bottled them under the catchall Gold Seal brand. Note that the label only says “whiskey,” not “bourbon” or “rye,” likely a reflection of the variety of mash bills under the company’s control. This bottle is significantly ullaged, which is not unusual for bottles of this age. Please refer to images for levels and conditions 1 pint (original carton) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 121: Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 (1 Pint)

Old Crow Bourbon Bottled In Bond 100 Proof 1912

Old Crow Bourbon Bottled In Bond 100 Proof 1912 1 bottle, distilled by W.A. Gaines & Co., distilled in Spring 1912, bottled in Fall 1918, top portion of tax strip detached (but included) revealing driven cork, front and back labels worn, creased and damaged Includes worn wooden case which would have originally held 12 bottles, dated Spring 1912 / Fall 1918 Please note this bottle is sealed with a paper strip only Up until Prohibition, Old Crow was among the most renowned names in Kentucky bourbon, respected as far as London and Paris as the pinnacle of American whiskey. Though it traces its roots to an innovative Scotsman named James Crow, who created the brand – and many of the techniques that shaped modern bourbon – in the 1830s, the Old Crow name came into its own during the Gilded Age, when it was produced at the Hermitage distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. This bottle represents one of the last times that Hermitage-made whiskey went up for sale; Prohibition shut its doors, and they never reopened. 1 bottle 1/5 bottles gallon (no original packaging) Please refer to images for levels and conditions All Lots are offered for sale in the condition they are in at the time of sale and sold “AS IS” in accordance with the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Prospective buyers should inspect each Lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. The images provided here are provided to assist you with assessing the condition of each Lot and are for guidance only; they should not be considered a replacement for inspecting the Lot in person. Spirits and liquor can be picked up by the buyer or the buyer’s agent at our New York premises, or shipped to the District of Columbia, New Hampshire, and New York through specialized carriers. Please note that applicable taxes and fees will be added to the purchase price on the invoice. ﻿For all other locations, Sotheby’s Wine is happy to walk you through available shipping options and, when needed, introduce you to carriers who may be able to deliver to your final destination, be it domestic or international. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at Winepostsaleservices.ny@sothebys.com. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 764: Old Crow Bourbon Bottled In Bond 100 Proof 1912 (1 Bottle 1/5 Gallon)

old crow bourbon bottled in bond 100 proof 1912 (1 bottle 1/5 gallon)

Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in Fall 1917, bottled in Fall 1930, ullage: low shoulder, original carton slightly worn The Gold Seal brand was created under Prohibition as a catchall label for whiskey owned by the Security Warehouse and Investment Co., based in St. Louis. The company, which had a license to sell whiskey for medicinal purposes, bought up stocks from a wide variety of distilleries – in this case from the Elk Run Distillery in eastern Louisville, then bottled them under the catchall Gold Seal brand. Note that the label only says “whiskey,” not “bourbon” or “rye,” likely a reflection of the variety of mash bills under the company’s control. 1 Pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 208: Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 (1 Pint)

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Old Overholt Rye Whiskey 1908 An original wooden case of Overholt from the Broad Ford Distillery containing 9 bottles (case originally held 12 bottles). and personal collection of the Mellon family, all bottles ullaged to mid shoulder, the capsule of one bottle is partially split but still secure, vintages "1906" have been amended to "1908" as seen in previous versions sold at public auction, all front labels are damaged and worn, five front labels badly damaged, original wooden case damaged and cracked, sides of original wooden case are affixed with nails but beginning to come loose. Old Overholt is one of America's oldest whiskey brands, tracing its roots back to 1810 when Abraham Overholt took over distilling operations at his family's farm in West Overton. A family business until the early 20th century, it was reorganised as A. Overholt & Co by Abraham's sons, Jacob and Henry, although it was not until 1888 that the Old Overholt brand was first introduced. Despite its historical links to West Overton, which is still a museum today , most Overholt whiskey was produced at the larger, more modern Broad Ford facilty, built in 1859. Both were run in tandem until shut down by Prohibition. Fortunately, Broad Ford was able to survive America's decade of temperance. When Abraham's grandson, Henry Clay Frick died in 1919, he left the ownership of the company to Andrew Mellon, who would later become president Warren G. Harding's Secretary of the Treasury, a position which allowed him to grant Broad Ford a license to bottle "medicinal" whiskey. Considered a political liability, Mellon was under pressure to offload the company however, and he sold it first to a New York grocers, Park & Tilford in 1925, who in turn sold it on to National Distillers in 1932. National Distillers were consolidating interests in as much of the industry as possible with the repeal of Prohibition expected the following year, most notable was their acquisition of the Wathen family's American Medicinal Spirits Co. National Distillers produced Old Overholt until 1987, bottling it with whiskey from Broad Ford and the neighbouring Large distillery until the 1950s, and at an unknown Pennsylvania plant in the intervening years until its acquisition by Jim Beam. Today they continue to make it at their distilleries in Kentucky. Bottled just before Prohibition, this 1908 vintage "Overholt" rye whiskey was reported to be from the private reserve of the Mellon family, who stockpiled it for fear of running out in the wake of the Prohibition legislation banning all production and consumption in 1920. Examples of these bottles exist with vintage ranging from the late 1900s into the early 1910s. This is a fascinating artefact from a long and storied whiskey history. At the time of production, Overholt was matured in traditional Monongahela style steam heated brick warehousing, which accelerated maturation speeds and adds to the intensity of flavor. 9 bts 1 Quart (owc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or shipment to the District of Columbia, New Hampshire and New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 236: Old Overholt Rye Whiskey 1908 (9 QUART)

old overholt rye whiskey 1908 (9 quart)

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Old McBrayer 17 Year Old 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in Spring 1917, bottled in Fall 1934, Illionis tax stamp adhered to the shoulder and front of the bottle, front label very slightly worn, back label peeling in the bottom right hand corner, tax strip soiled and worn, original carton worn and damaged The McBrayer name has been a fixture in Kentucky since 1844, when W.H. McBrayer opened his eponymous distillery on the banks of Cedar Creek, east of Louisville. Among his most popular labels was Old McBrayer, which later passed through several owners before landing in the hands of the American Medicinal Spirits Co., which had a license to sell whiskey, with a doctor’s prescription, during Prohibition. This bottle, released in 1934 – less than two Years after the end of Prohibition – carries an astounding 17-Year age statement, and therefore was distilled in 1917 or before. Like the bottle of Kentucky Tavern in this same collection, it was distilled and aged at the Glenmore distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky. Both bottles contain exceptional whiskey made according to pre-Prohibition methods, and both stand as artifacts to a long-lost era of whiskey history. 1 bottle quart (original carton) Please refer to images for levels and conditions ﻿All Lots are offered for sale in the condition they are in at the time of sale and sold “AS IS” in accordance with the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Prospective buyers should inspect each Lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. The images provided here are provided to assist you with assessing the condition of each Lot and are for guidance only; they should not be considered a replacement for inspecting the Lot in person. Buyers are encouraged to collect their purchased Lots in person at our New York premises. Please note we do not ship spirits to any location outside of Manhattan. ﻿Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 236: Old McBrayer 17 Year Old 100 Proof 1917 (1 Bottle Quart)

old mcbrayer 17 year old 100 proof 1917 (1 bottle quart)

Old McBrayer 17 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1917

Old McBrayer 17 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in the Spring of 1917, bottled in the Fall of 1934, Illionis tax stamp adhered to shoulder and front of the bottle, front label slightly peeling towards the bottom right, original carton damaged near the middle opening The McBrayer name has been a fixture in Kentucky since 1844, when W.H. McBrayer opened his eponymous distillery on the banks of Cedar Creek, east of Louisville. Among his most popular labels was Old McBrayer, which later passed through several owners before landing in the hands of the American Medicinal Spirits Co., which had a license to sell whiskey, with a doctor’s prescription, during Prohibition. This bottle, released in 1934 – less than two years after the end of Prohibition – carries an astounding 17-year age statement, and therefore was distilled in 1917 or before. Like the bottle of Kentucky Tavern in this same collection, it was distilled and aged at the Glenmore distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky. Both bottles contain exceptional whiskey made according to pre-Prohibition methods, and both stand as artifacts to a long-lost era of whiskey history. 1 bottle quart (original carton) Please refer to images for levels and conditions Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 170: Old McBrayer 17 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1917 (1 Bottle Quart)

old mcbrayer 17 year old bourbon 100 proof 1917 (1 bottle quart)

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Old Crow 8 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1910

Old Crow 8 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1910 Distilled by W.A. Gaines & Co., tax strip appears to read 'Made Spring 1910' with a bottling year '1917', front label entirely missing, faded shoulder label reads "8 Summers Old", tax strip torn, tattered and faded, back label slightly worn, stained and nicked Up until Prohibition, Old Crow was among the most renowned names in Kentucky bourbon, respected as far as London and Paris as the pinnacle of American whiskey. Though it traces its roots to an innovative Scotsman named James Crow, who created the brand – and many of the techniques that shaped modern bourbon – in the 1830s, the Old Crow name came into its own during the Gilded Age, when it was produced at the Hermitage distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. This bottle represents one of the last times that Hermitage-made whiskey went up for sale; Prohibition shut its doors, and they never reopened. 1/5 bottle gallon (no original packaging) Please refer to images for levels and conditions﻿ All Lots are offered for sale in the condition they are in at the time of sale and sold “AS IS” in accordance with the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Prospective buyers should inspect each Lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. The images provided here are provided to assist you with assessing the condition of each Lot and are for guidance only; they should not be considered a replacement for inspecting the Lot in person. Buyers are encouraged to collect their purchased Lots in person at our New York premises. Please note we do not ship spirits to any location outside of Manhattan. ﻿Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 1190: Old Crow 8 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1910 (1 Bottle 1/5 Gallon)

old crow 8 year old bourbon 100 proof 1910 (1 bottle 1/5 gallon)

Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in Fall 1917, bottled in Fall 1930, ullage: low shoulder The Gold Seal brand was created under Prohibition as a catchall label for whiskey owned by the Security Warehouse and Investment Co., based in St. Louis. The company, which had a license to sell whiskey for medicinal purposes, bought up stocks from a wide variety of distilleries – in this case from the Elk Run Distillery in eastern Louisville, then bottled them under the catchall Gold Seal brand. Note that the label only says “whiskey,” not “bourbon” or “rye,” likely a reflection of the variety of mash bills under the company’s control. 1 pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 97: Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 (1 Pint)

Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in the Fall of 1917, bottled in the Fall of 1930, ullage: low shoulder, Missouri tax stamp adhered to shoulder, front label and back label very lightly worn, original carton slightly worn and damaged The Gold Seal brand was created under Prohibition as a catchall label for whiskey owned by the Security Warehouse and Investment Co., based in St. Louis. The company, which had a license to sell whiskey for medicinal purposes, bought up stocks from a wide variety of distilleries – in this case from the Elk Run Distillery in eastern Louisville, then bottled them under the catchall Gold Seal brand. Note that the label only says “whiskey,” not “bourbon” or “rye,” likely a reflection of the variety of mash bills under the company’s control. This bottle is significantly ullaged, which is not unusual for bottles of this age. Please refer to images for levels and conditions 1 pint (original carton) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 122: Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 (1 Pint)

Old McBrayer 17 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1917 Distilled Spring 1917, bottled Fall 1934, ullage: mid shoulder, original carton very slightly worn The McBrayer name has been a fixture in Kentucky since 1844, when W.H. McBrayer opened his eponymous distillery on the banks of Cedar Creek, east of Louisville. Among his most popular labels was Old McBrayer, which later passed through several owners before landing in the hands of the American Medicinal Spirits Co., which had a license to sell whiskey, with a doctor’s prescription, during Prohibition. This bottle, released in 1934 – less than two years after the end of Prohibition – carries an astounding 17-year age statement, and therefore was distilled in 1917 or before. Like the bottle of Kentucky Tavern in this same collection, it was distilled and aged at the Glenmore distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky. Both bottles contain exceptional whiskey made according to pre-Prohibition methods, and both stand as artifacts to a long-lost era of whiskey history. 1 bt quart (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 504: Old McBrayer 17 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1917 (1 QT)

old mcbrayer 17 year old bourbon 100 proof 1917 (1 qt)

View 1 of Lot 96: Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 (1 Pint)

Old McBrayer 17 Year Old 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in Spring 1917, bottled in Fall 1934, Illionis tax stamp adhered to shoulder and front of the bottle, front label very slightly worn, back label peeling in the bottom left hand corner, original carton worn and top of the carton damaged The McBrayer name has been a fixture in Kentucky since 1844, when W.H. McBrayer opened his eponymous distillery on the banks of Cedar Creek, east of Louisville. Among his most popular labels was Old McBrayer, which later passed through several owners before landing in the hands of the American Medicinal Spirits Co., which had a license to sell whiskey, with a doctor’s prescription, during Prohibition. This bottle, released in 1934 – less than two Years after the end of Prohibition – carries an astounding 17-Year age statement, and therefore was distilled in 1917 or before. Like the bottle of Kentucky Tavern in this same collection, it was distilled and aged at the Glenmore distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky. Both bottles contain exceptional whiskey made according to pre-Prohibition methods, and both stand as artifacts to a long-lost era of whiskey history. 1 bottle quart (original carton) Please refer to images for levels and conditions ﻿﻿﻿All Lots are offered for sale in the condition they are in at the time of sale and sold “AS IS” in accordance with the Conditions of Business for Buyers. Prospective buyers should inspect each Lot to satisfy themselves as to condition. The images provided here are provided to assist you with assessing the condition of each Lot and are for guidance only; they should not be considered a replacement for inspecting the Lot in person. Buyers are encouraged to collect their purchased Lots in person at our New York premises. Please note we do not ship spirits to any location outside of Manhattan. ﻿Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 255: Old McBrayer 17 Year Old 100 Proof 1917 (1 Bottle Quart)

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Old McBrayer 16 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1917

Old McBrayer 16 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1917 Distilled Spring 1917, bottled Fall 1933, ullage: mid shoulder, NRA sticker adhered to the shoulder of the bottle, back label worn The McBrayer name has been a fixture in Kentucky since 1844, when W.H. McBrayer opened his eponymous distillery on the banks of Cedar Creek, east of Louisville. Among his most popular labels was Old McBrayer, which later passed through several owners before landing in the hands of the American Medicinal Spirits Co., which had a license to sell whiskey, with a doctor’s prescription, during Prohibition. This bottle, released in 1934 – less than two years after the end of Prohibition – carries an astounding 17-year age statement, and therefore was distilled in 1917 or before. This was distilled and aged at the Glenmore distillery in Owensboro, Kentucky. The bottle contains exceptional whiskey made according to pre-Prohibition methods, and stands as an artifact to a long-lost era of whiskey history. 1 bt pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. ﻿Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 235: Old McBrayer 16 Year Old Bourbon 100 Proof 1917 (1 BT Pint)

old mcbrayer 16 year old bourbon 100 proof 1917 (1 bt pint)

Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in Fall 1917, bottled in Spring 1931, ullage: low shoulder, Missouri tax stamp adhered to shoulder, front label and back label worn, original carton slightly worn The Gold Seal brand was created under Prohibition as a catchall label for whiskey owned by the Security Warehouse and Investment Co., based in St. Louis. The company, which had a license to sell whiskey for medicinal purposes, bought up stocks from a wide variety of distilleries – in this case from the Elk Run Distillery in eastern Louisville, then bottled them under the catchall Gold Seal brand. Note that the label only says “whiskey,” not “bourbon” or “rye,” likely a reflection of the variety of mash bills under the company’s control. Please refer to images for levels and conditions 1 bt pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business. ﻿Please note that for Wine and Spirits Lots, the Buyer’s Premium rate is 24% of the Hammer Price and the Overhead Premium rate is 1% of the Hammer Price. The Buyer’s Premium and Overhead Premium are subject to any applicable VAT/GST and/or sales or use tax. Please refer to the Conditions of Business for further details.

View 1 of Lot 140: Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 (1 BT Pint)

gold seal 100 proof 1917 (1 bt pint)

Old Crow 100 Proof Distilled in Spring 1912, bottled in Fall 1918, ullage: low shoulder, driven cork beneath worn tax strip Up until Prohibition, Old Crow was among the most renowned names in Kentucky bourbon, respected as far as London and Paris as the pinnacle of American whiskey. Though it traces its roots to an innovative Scotsman named James Crow, who created the brand – and many of the techniques that shaped modern bourbon – in the 1830s, the Old Crow name came into its own during the Gilded Age, when it was produced at the Hermitage distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. This bottle represents one of the last times that Hermitage-made whiskey went up for sale; Prohibition shut its doors, and they never reopened. Today Old Crow is a bottom-shelf whiskey, a shadow of its former self, and this bottle is a testament to how glorious that former self really was. 1 quart (nop) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 113: Old Crow 100 Proof 1912 (1 Quart)

old crow 100 proof 1912 (1 quart)

Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 Distilled in Fall 1917, bottled in Fall 1930, ullage: below shoulder The Gold Seal brand was created under Prohibition as a catchall label for whiskey owned by the Security Warehouse and Investment Co., based in St. Louis. The company, which had a license to sell whiskey for medicinal purposes, bought up stocks from a wide variety of distilleries – in this case from the Elk Run Distillery in eastern Louisville, then bottled them under the catchall Gold Seal brand. Note that the label only says “whiskey,” not “bourbon” or “rye,” likely a reflection of the variety of mash bills under the company’s control. 1 pint (oc) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 95: Gold Seal 100 Proof 1917 (1 Pint)

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O.F.C. 100 Proof 1916 Distilled in Spring 1916, bottled in Spring 1925, distilled at the Frankfort Distillery by The Geo. T. Stagg Company Inc.,produced by Albert B. Blanton, ullage: bottom shoulder, front label worn, The Clairborne Co. sticker adhered to the front of the bottle, O.F.C. – or Old-Fashioned Copper – was the original name of the distillery founded by Col. E. H. Taylor Jr. in 1870, located in Frankfort, Kentucky on the site of an even older distillery. He soon lost control of it to an investor named George T. Stagg, after whom the distillery was later renamed. Eventually both George T. Stagg and O.F.C. would become names of whiskeys distilled at the site. During Prohibition the distillery was sold to the Schenley company, which had a license to continue to sell – though not distill – whiskey for medicinal purposes. This bottle, distilled in 1916 and bottled in 1925, bears not only the name of the distillery but its plant manager, Albert B. Blanton – a curious but not uncommon practice during Prohibition.shoulder 1 bt pint (nop) Please note that all spirits are sold for collection in New York or delivery within New York via specialized carriers. For delivery outside of the United States, please see Important Information for Purchases at Wine and Spirit Sales in the Conditions of Business.

View 1 of Lot 256: O.F.C. 100 Proof 1916 (1 BT Pint)

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