Jefferson’s Bourbon announced the release of Founder’s Reserve 20-Year-Old, one of the rarest expressions in the brand’s history: a 20-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon finished in a French Bordeaux wine cask. 

This ultra-limited release is timed to honor America’s 250th anniversary.

Founder’s Reserve 20-Year-Old is inspired by the pioneering spirit of America, the same spirit embodied by the brand’s namesake, Thomas Jefferson. In 1787, as U.S. Minister to France, he traveled through Bordeaux seeking out new techniques and new possibilities. 

Two decades of aging in Kentucky yields depth and complexity to the bourbon. The Bordeaux finish adds a final layer of influence to the palate, softening the long finish. The bourbon is then bottled at cask strength, 94 proof (47% ABV). With only 250 bottles being produced and each individually numbered and signed, Founder’s Reserve 20-Year-Old is the ultimate release to celebrate this momentous occasion for America.

As America marks 250 years, Founder’s Reserve 20-Year-Old serves as a tribute to the same spirit that crossed borders, exchanged ideas, and brought the best of the Old World home to American shores. Jefferson’s has always been about pushing the boundaries of bourbon, carrying this same pioneering spirit forward in every barrel it has aged and every bottle it has produced. From its Ocean Aged-at-Sea expression to its blending and maturation, the brand has always believed the best bourbon comes from asking what’s possible, and this release embodies that belief.

“We’re proud to raise a glass to America’s 250th anniversary with this Founder’s Reserve release, inspired by our namesake Thomas Jefferson and the enduring alliance between the United States and France,” Trey Zoeller, Founder and visionary behind Jefferson’s Bourbon, said in a news release. “To honor that historic partnership, we selected a rare 20-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon and finished it in a French Bordeaux wine cask, bringing together two great traditions in one remarkable whiskey. The result is a beautifully balanced, elegant spirit that celebrates craftsmanship, innovation, and the shared history that helped shape our nation.” 

Jefferson’s Founder’s Reserve 20-Year-Old is an ultra-exclusive release with only 250 bottles available beginning June 30, 2026 at jeffersonsbourbon.com and limited quantities through select retailers (SRP: $499.99 / 750mL).

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About Jefferson’s Bourbon

Founded in 1997 by Trey Zoeller and his father, Chet, Jefferson’s is rooted in a family whiskey legacy dating back to 1799 – when Trey’s eighth-generation great-grandmother was arrested for the “production and sale of spirituous liquors.” Born of this pioneering spirit and curiosity, Trey has pushed the boundaries of bourbon-making, creating complex and beautifully balanced whiskeys through masterful blending and innovative maturation techniques. For more information, visit Jefferson’s Bourbon.