2026 Very Olde St. Nick Immaculata Bourbon Surpasses Expectations
Whiskey reviewer Jonah Flicker recently assessed the 2026 release of Very Olde St. Nick Immaculata from Preservation Distillery, praising it as a notable advancement over its 2023 counterpart. This bourbon features a blend of 10- and 19-year-old whiskies from an undisclosed source, complemented by 8.5-year-old wheated bourbon from Preservation. Bottled at 118.2 proof, the release comprises 300 casks, though the precise formulation remains secret. With tasting notes highlighting toasted nuts and dark roast espresso, the initial lot is priced at $260, with more variants anticipated this summer. Flicker rated the bourbon between 90-94, describing it as "Great."
Key facts
- Very Olde St. Nick Immaculata 2026 reviewed by Jonah Flicker
- Blend of 10-year, 19-year, and 8.5-year bourbons
- 8.5-year wheated bourbon distilled at Preservation Distillery
- 10-year and 19-year bourbon from unnamed distillery
- Bottled at 118.2 proof
- First lot priced at $260 at distillery
- Future lots releasing over summer
- Rated 90-94 by Robb Report
Entities
Artists
- Jonah Flicker
- Marci Palatella
Institutions
- Preservation Distillery
- Very Olde St. Nick
- Robb Report
- Whisky Advocate
Locations
- United States