{"title":"BUFFALO TRACE","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #D9B372;   \/* metallic foil *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #E18519;     \/* power color *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #7D3310;       \/* deep lowlight *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:46%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBuffalo Trace is a Kentucky distillery in Frankfort, recognized as the oldest continuously operating distillery in America and a National Historic Landmark. From the site E.H. Taylor and George T. Stagg built, it survived Prohibition on a medicinal permit and, under the Sazerac Company since 1992, has become one of the most awarded distilleries in the world. This page is the gateway to the whole Buffalo Trace family — the flagship bourbon and the brand collections built on the distillery's four mash bills, each linked below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe House\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLocated in Frankfort, Kentucky, on the spot where the buffalo migration \"trace\" crossed the Kentucky River.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRecognized as the oldest continuously operating distillery in America; a National Historic Landmark since 2013.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBuilt up by Colonel E.H. Taylor as the O.F.C. (Old Fire Copper) Distillery, then named the George T. Stagg Distillery in 1886.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eStayed in production through Prohibition on a federal medicinal-whiskey permit — an intact example of a distillery operating before, during and after Prohibition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBought by the Sazerac Company in 1992; renamed Buffalo Trace in 1999, when the flagship Buffalo Trace bourbon launched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMaster distiller Harlen Wheatley leads production today.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAmong the most awarded distilleries in the world — the first American distillery to win Whisky Advocate's \"Distillery of the Year.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eThe Oldest Distillery in America\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eBuffalo Trace stands on a site that has made whiskey for more than two hundred years, where the buffalo's overland trace met the Kentucky River. Colonel E.H. Taylor modernized it as the O.F.C. Distillery after the Civil War; it later took the name of George T. Stagg, who built the country's first climate-controlled aging warehouse here. Through fire, flood and Prohibition — which it survived on a medicinal permit — the distillery never stopped, and in 2013 it was named a National Historic Landmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eFour Mash Bills, Many Legends\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eAlmost the entire Buffalo Trace lineup comes from four recipes. The low-rye Mash Bill #1 is the backbone of Buffalo Trace itself, Eagle Rare, E.H. Taylor and George T. Stagg. The higher-rye Mash Bill #2 gives Blanton's, Elmer T. Lee and Rock Hill Farms their spice. A wheated recipe — wheat in place of rye — is the secret to W.L. Weller and Pappy Van Winkle. And the rye mash is bottled as Sazerac and Thomas H. Handy. Once a year, the distillery's oldest and most prized barrels become the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eThe Families, by Mash Bill\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.9rem; margin-bottom:6px; margin-top:0;\"\u003eExplore each corner of the distillery:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:6px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eMash Bill #1 — Low Rye\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/buffalo-trace-kentucky-straight-bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe flagship Buffalo Trace bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky straight bourbon · 90 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-10-year-kentucky-straight-bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eEagle Rare\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle barrel · aged 10 years and up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/colonel-eh-taylor-small-batch-kentucky-straight-bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe E.H. Taylor Small Batch\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond · and the wider Taylor line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stagg\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe George T. Stagg family\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:22px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eMash Bill #2 — Higher Rye\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blantons\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBlanton's single barrels\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe original single-barrel bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/elmer-t-lee-single-barrel-sour-mash-bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eElmer T. Lee\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle barrel · named for Blanton's creator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRock Hill Farms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle barrel · 100 proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:22px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eWheated\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/w-l-weller\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe W.L. Weller range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pappy-van-winkle\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe Van Winkle bottlings\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated · long-aged\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd colspan=\"2\" style=\"color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.8rem; padding-top:22px; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow);\"\u003eRye \u0026amp; the Annual Release\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSazerac \u0026amp; Thomas H. Handy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky straight rye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/btac-the-buffalo-trace-antique-collection\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe Antique Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllocated · released every fall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eNo distillery is more central to American whiskey collecting than Buffalo Trace. Its everyday bottles — Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare 10, Weller Special Reserve — are bargains when you can find them, while the allocated tiers (Blanton's, the older Wellers, E.H. Taylor's special releases, the Van Winkles and the Antique Collection) trade well above retail and sell out on release. Because so many releases are single-barrel or batch-specific, the exact expression, proof and condition all matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBuffalo Trace distills on the banks of the Kentucky River from a handful of mash bills — two bourbon recipes (a low-rye \"Mash Bill #1\" and a higher-rye \"Mash Bill #2\"), a wheated recipe that replaces rye with wheat, and a rye mash — then ages the whiskey in new charred oak across dozens of historic warehouses, including the metal-clad Warehouse H and the brick warehouses E.H. Taylor built. The same recipes, aged differently and selected at different points, become the distillery's many brands. Master distiller Harlen Wheatley oversees production. Proof, age and mash bill vary by bottle and are confirmed on each product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery Buffalo Trace bottle sold through Midnight Whiskey is sourced as an authorized, authentic retailer, vault-stored and insured, shipped with protective handling and age-verified 21-and-over signature on delivery, and authenticated by our concierge before it ships. For the details, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe authentication process\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003evault storage and the concierge desk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ecommon questions about sourcing\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Buffalo Trace Distillery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuffalo Trace is a Kentucky distillery in Frankfort, recognized as the oldest continuously operating distillery in America and a National Historic Landmark. It traces back to E.H. Taylor's O.F.C. Distillery and the later George T. Stagg Distillery, was bought by the Sazerac Company in 1992, and was renamed Buffalo Trace in 1999 — after the buffalo migration path that crossed the Kentucky River. It operated through Prohibition on a medicinal permit and is among the most awarded distilleries in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich brands does Buffalo Trace make?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuffalo Trace produces its flagship Buffalo Trace bourbon plus many of the most sought-after names in American whiskey, organized by four mash bills. The low-rye Mash Bill #1 includes Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, E.H. Taylor and George T. Stagg; the higher-rye Mash Bill #2 includes Blanton's, Elmer T. Lee and Rock Hill Farms; the wheated recipe is behind W.L. Weller and Pappy Van Winkle; and the rye is used for Sazerac and Thomas H. Handy. 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INTRO \u0026 THE HAZMAT RETURN --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"color:#cc4400;\"\u003eGeorge T. Stagg 2025\u003c\/span\u003e is the unapologetic powerhouse of the 25th Anniversary Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. Distilled in the spring of 2010 and matured for 15 years and 4 months, this vintage marks a historic return to \u003cstrong\u003e\"Hazmat\" territory\u003c\/strong\u003e. At a massive 142.8 proof, it is the most extreme expression of Mash Bill #1 in the modern era, delivering a concentrated, uncut, and unfiltered experience that defines the limits of Kentucky Bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 142.8 PROOF THRESHOLD) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Apex\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eCrossing the 140-proof threshold for the first time in years, the 2025 GTS is officially regulated as \"Hazardous Material\" for air transport—a designation that, in the whiskey world, signals the absolute pinnacle of flavor concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled exactly as it came out of the barrel after 15+ years of evaporation, preserving the full oil content and rancio complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Dominance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite the heat, the proof carries a viscous, molasses-heavy weight that balances the \"Stagg burn\" with decadal oak depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnniversary Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cornerstone of the 25th annual BTAC release, representing George T. Stagg’s legacy of acquiring the historic O.F.C. Distillery in 1878.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#cc4400;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burnt sugar, dark chocolate, and root beer. Layers of seasoned oak, hot honey, and dark cherry develop with air, underpinned by leather and molasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Massive and oily. Black cherry compote and tobacco leaf transition into a thunderous mid-palate of roasted pecan, espresso bean, and charred wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and fiery. A signature \"Kentucky Hug\" of leather, vanilla bean, and cracked black pepper that resonates for several minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#cc4400;\"\u003eThe GTS Vertical\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThe 2025 release is structurally the most extreme bottling in the 25th Anniversary collection. While the Eagle Rare 17 offers elegance, Stagg provides the raw, unbridled power that collectors seek in elite-tier verticals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #888; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural titan that redefines the 'Hazardous Material' benchmark for a new generation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Cask Strength)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 Years, 4 Months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e142.8 Proof \/ 71.4% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHazmat (Over 140 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall 2025 (25th Anniversary BTAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGeorge T. Stagg 2025 is a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors, marking the return of Hazmat-proof tiers for the first time since the early 2020s. Historically, Hazmat vintages (those exceeding 140 proof) command a significant premium on the secondary market compared to lower-proof releases. As part of the 25th Anniversary BTAC, this bottle is a cornerstone investment asset. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature BTAC presentation packaging. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure the highest standard for the luxury investment market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eAt 142.8 proof, this bourbon is built to tolerate significant dilution. 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INTRO \u0026 LEGACY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. 18 Year Marriage\u003c\/span\u003e is a landmark one-time release from Buffalo Trace Distillery. Issued in 2020, this expression honors the legacy of the \"Father of the Modern Bourbon Industry\" through an unprecedented vatting of three distinct mash bills. It represents the oldest age-stated release in the standard Taylor lineup and a masterclass in long-term maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE TRIPLE MARRIAGE) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Triple Marriage Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThis limited edition is a \"marriage\" of Buffalo Trace’s most coveted recipes, all distilled in the 2002 season and matured for 18 years in climate-controlled warehouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e A precise union of Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye), Mash Bill #2 (High-Rye), and the legendary wheated Mash Bill W-1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adheres to the strict 1897 Act championed by Taylor himself—product of one distillery, one season, and exactly 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 18 years, this release exceeds the BIB minimum maturation requirements by more than four times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla butter cake, rich caramel, and deeply aged oak. Secondary notes of tea, cinnamon, and dried fruit unfold with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied. Front-palate caramel and vanilla lead into wheated sweetness and a structural spice backbone provided by the rye components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and satisfying. Toasted oak and cinnamon conclude with a signature closing spearmint note characteristic of elite, well-aged Buffalo Trace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003ePortfolio Tier\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThe 18 Year Marriage sits at the absolute apex of the E.H. Taylor portfolio. It is grouped with \"unicorn\" releases like Tornado Surviving and Cured Oak, representing the pinnacle of the Sazerac collector's market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A layered, structural achievement in the history of the Bottled-in-Bond Act.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. 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COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 18 Year Marriage is one of the most decorated and elusive E.H. Taylor releases of the modern era. Its combination of an 18-year age statement—the oldest in the brand’s history—and the unique triple-mash-bill construction makes it a foundational asset for any blue-chip bourbon collection. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the iconic yellow display tube. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure the highest standard for the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis historic bourbon is best enjoyed neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey — Uncut and Unfiltered, 126 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Rye Amber to Black Gradient *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #2b1d10 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 CATEGORY DEBUT --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye\u003c\/span\u003e is the high-intensity debut of the first cask-strength rye in the Taylor Collection. Released in June 2024, this expression is built on Buffalo Trace's legendary 100% rye-and-malt mash bill—entirely devoid of corn. Bottled uncut and unfiltered at 126 proof, it delivers the raw, structural power of pure Kentucky rye at its natural strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 126 PROOF PURE RYE) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Cask Strength Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eUnlike the Bottled-in-Bond Straight Rye, this barrel-proof iteration amplifies the \"no-corn\" pedigree, offering a structural density typically reserved for the Antique Collection's Thomas H. Handy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInaugural Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 13th addition to the E.H. Taylor Collection and the first parallel to the long-standing Bourbon Barrel Proof program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Grain Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The absence of corn allows for a sharp, peppery clarity, refined by the concentrated oils of an uncut and unfiltered bottling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandy-Adjacent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shares the same mash bill DNA as Sazerac 18 and Thomas H. Handy, serving as the high-proof anchor for the Taylor rye vertical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e White pepper and nutty undertones. Fresh floral aromatics and candied apricot develop over a base of soft, warm baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and authoritative. Sweet dried stone fruit transitions into a mid-palate of persistent pepper and a structural, oaky dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, full, and resonant. A signature closing of sweet honey and lingering rye spice, anchored by a sophisticated closing oak note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Rye Hierarchy\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eTaylor Barrel Proof Rye sits as the high-octane bridge between the 100-proof BIB Rye and the ultra-rare Sazerac 18. It is designed for the purist seeking the \"Handy\" profile with Taylor's signature Warehouse C influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural titan that reimagines the intensity of the pure rye grain.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Rye (Uncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Estimated 6–9 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e126 Proof \/ 63% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% Rye \u0026amp; Malted Barley (No Corn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInaugural Launch (June 2024)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 2024 Barrel Proof Rye is a high-conviction target for vertical collectors, representing the \"Release #1\" status of a new annual pillar. Its collecting trajectory is expected to mirror the Bourbon Barrel Proof series, where early batches carry significant long-term premiums. The use of the \"no-corn\" Sazerac recipe at cask strength makes it a mandatory asset for those completing a Buffalo Trace rye vertical. Every bottle offered here includes the original presentation tube and is verified for pristine label integrity and authenticated seal condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the 126-proof concentration, enjoy this rye \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. A few drops of limestone water will broaden the aromatics, specifically highlighting the candied apricot and floral top notes. For the high-end bartender, its no-corn structure makes it the premier choice for a \u003cstrong\u003eVieux Carré or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the proof cuts cleanly through vermouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Rye Whiskey\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Barrel_Proof_Rye_2024.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Rye: The 126-proof uncut\/unfiltered debut from 2024. 100% rye mash bill with no corn. Notes of candied apricot, white pepper \u0026 honey. Rare.\",\n  \"brand\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n    \"name\": \"E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 TECHNICAL PRELUDE --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Cured Oak\u003c\/span\u003e is a landmark 2015 limited edition that explores the chemical boundary of stave maturation. The defining feature of this release is the white oak barrels, which were air-dried outdoors for 13 months—more than twice the industry standard. This extended curing period allowed for the breakdown of harsh tannins and a concentration of flavor compounds before the spirit ever touched the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 13-MONTH STAVE CURE) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse C Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for 17 years in Taylor’s original 1881-built Warehouse C, this Bottled-in-Bond bourbon represents the longest age statement in the brand's history at the time of release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Curing:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 13-month outdoor stave seasoning process developed in partnership with Independent Stave Company.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the few 17-year-old Mash Bill #1 releases to emerge from the Buffalo Trace experimental program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e A one-time 2015 run of approximately 4,000 bottles, packaged in a custom pre-Prohibition style wooden crate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tobacco, dried fruit, and apricot. Evolving notes of lemon oil, honey, and stone fruit develop alongside toasty cedar and leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and rich. Vanilla, toffee, and fig lead into a mid-palate of baking spice and toasted oak with profound tannic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, dry, and structural. A sophisticated conclusion of oak tannin and lingering vanilla with a closing soft spice note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eExperimental Pedigree\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eCured Oak is widely regarded as the most successful Taylor experiment, often outperforming the later Seasoned Wood and Four Grain releases in critical comparisons due to its 17-year integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A masterclass in how wood chemistry dictates spirit elegance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Bottled-in-Bond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13-Month Cured White Oak (ISC Partnership)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Edition (2015)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCured Oak remains a \"white whale\" for E.H. Taylor enthusiasts. Its value is anchored by the 17-year age statement and the extremely finite production run of roughly 4,000 bottles. On the secondary market, the original wooden shipping crate is an essential component for a complete unit. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes all signature presentation packaging. This is a foundational asset for any collection focused on Buffalo Trace’s most impactful wood-science experiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis expression is best appreciated neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The 17-year oak weight is significant; a few drops of limestone water will broaden the dried apricot and tobacco notes without thinning the structural mouthfeel. Due to its historical rarity, this is a contemplative spirit not intended for cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Cured Oak 17-Year Bourbon\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Cured_Oak.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"E.H. Taylor Cured Oak: A 17-year 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond bourbon featuring 13-month air-dried staves. Rare 2015 release with notes of tobacco, apricot \u0026 honey.\",\n  \"brand\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n    \"name\": \"E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Four Grain Kentucky Straight Bourbon — 12 Year, 100 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Chocolate to Tobacco Brown Gradient *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 GRAIN HERITAGE --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Four Grain\u003c\/span\u003e is a structural anomaly in the Buffalo Trace portfolio. Distilled in 2005 and aged for 12 years, this expression utilizes a unique mash bill of corn, rye, wheat, and malted barley. By marrying the spicy tension of rye with the velvety softness of wheat, it reconstructs the grain varieties Taylor himself would have utilized in late-1800s Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE FOUR-GRAIN EXPERIMENT) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Marriage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eMaster Distiller Harlen Wheatley designed this recipe to test the interaction between Buffalo Trace’s primary flavoring grains, resulting in a Bottled-in-Bond release of immense aromatic breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 12-year-old Bottled-in-Bond bourbon that represents the tenth major release in the Taylor lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Grain Tension:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses both rye and wheat as flavoring grains—a rare practice that balances peppery spice against a creamy, buttery core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2017\/2018 Vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Released in two strictly limited waves drawn from sister barrels filled in the 2005 distillation season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and clove. Strawberry and floral notes develop with air, alongside caramel corn and a faint, cooling mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and complex. Sweet vanilla and creamy butter transition into a mid-palate where rye spice and wheat softness work in perfect tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and poised. Oak grip and lingering rye spice conclude with a clean, chocolate-weight sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Four-Grain Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhile many craft producers have experimented with four-grain recipes, the Taylor expression is considered the category's technical reference point. It is the only Taylor release to utilize this complex grain architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece where rye spice meets wheated elegance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Four Grain)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years (Distilled 2005)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2017 (Inaugural) \/ 2018 (Second)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E.H. Taylor Four Grain occupies a unique position for vertical collectors as the only release to span two consecutive years (2017-2018) rather than a single production run. Despite this, supply remains extremely finite, as both releases were drawn from the same 2005 distillation. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature mustard-yellow display tube. Given its status as the only four-grain expression in the Buffalo Trace catalog, it remains a mandatory foundational asset for serious bourbon collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis complex bourbon is best appreciated neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. A few drops of limestone water are recommended to broaden the strawberry and floral aromatic notes. At its 100-proof strength, it holds up beautifully over a single large cube, but its technical complexity is best served neat and at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44766412308514,"sku":null,"price":1799.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/E.H.TaylorFourGrainLimitedRelease_MidnightWhiskeyRareSpirits_3.jpg?v=1779839564"},{"product_id":"colonel-eh-taylor-straight-rye-whiskey","title":"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Straight Rye Whiskey — Bottled-in-Bond, 100 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Chocolate Brown to Black Gradient *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Cocoa *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8c7356; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 RYE HERITAGE --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Straight Rye\u003c\/span\u003e is the definitive high-rye powerhouse of the Buffalo Trace portfolio. Released in 2012 as the brand's first non-bourbon expression, it utilizes a 100% rye-and-malt mash bill—entirely devoid of corn. This Bottled-in-Bond masterpiece honors Taylor’s uncompromising standards with a profile that leans into the sharp, aromatic tension of pure Kentucky rye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE NO-CORN DISTINCTION) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse C Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for approximately 6 to 8 years in Taylor’s original 1881-built warehouse, this release shares its technical DNA with the legendary Thomas H. Handy and Sazerac 18 Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure Rye Grist:\u003c\/strong\u003e The absence of corn means zero balancing sweetness, allowing the natural pepper, mint, and citrus of the rye to take center stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adheres to the strict 1897 standards—product of a single distillery, single season, and exactly 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse C Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The brick-and-limestone environment provides a slow, integrated aging process that tames the rye's inherent heat into a sophisticated spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rye spice, dried mint, and citrus peel. Toffee and vanilla develop with air, alongside secondary notes of black pepper, dill, and faint cedar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and punchy. Bold rye spice and black pepper transition into a mid-palate of vanilla, toffee, and structural oak tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and resonant. A signature closing of dried mint and persistent rye spice that lingers cleanly without the syrupy weight of corn-based recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Rye Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Sazerac hierarchy, the Taylor Rye sits as the 100-proof anchor between the standard Sazerac Rye and the Antique Collection's Thomas H. Handy. It is the definitive choice for the purist seeking a \"no-corn\" Kentucky structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural titan that reimagines the aromatic clarity of pure rye.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (Small Batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRye \u0026amp; Malted Barley (No Corn)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Typically 6–8 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAging Warehouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse C (1881 Heritage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe E.H. Taylor Straight Rye is a high-priority acquisition for those building a complete Warehouse C vertical. As the only non-bourbon entry in the core Taylor line, it holds a unique chemical position in the portfolio. Collectors value this release for its consistent 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond certification and its shared heritage with the most elite ryes in the Sazerac Antique Collection. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube. Allocation has tightened significantly since its 2012 launch, making current bottling years increasingly difficult to secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the \"no-corn\" structure, this rye is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. Its 100-proof strength makes it the premier choice for a \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac or a Vieux Carré\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its spice cuts cleanly through vermouth and bitters. It also maintains exceptional clarity when served over a single large clear cube, which highlights the dried mint and cedar notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 TERRITORY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e is a cornerstone of the Buffalo Trace portfolio, representing the absolute pinnacle of their single-barrel selection process. Distilled from the coveted Mash Bill #1 and aged in the legendary Warehouse C, each bottle is a unique snapshot of a single charred American oak barrel, capturing a singular moment in the history of the Sazerac distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE MASH BILL #1 REFERENCE) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse C Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for approximately 9 years in Taylor’s original 1881-built warehouse, this Bottled-in-Bond release is widely considered the technical reference for single-barrel Mash Bill #1 bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingular Identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the Small Batch, each bottling is drawn from an individual barrel, offering nuanced variations in butterscotch and spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adheres to the strict 1897 standards—product of a single distillery, single season, and exactly 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward-Winning Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Named \u003cstrong\u003e\"American Whiskey of the Year\"\u003c\/strong\u003e (2013 World Whiskies Awards) and a perennial gold medalist at San Francisco.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly toasted oak, dried fig, and butterscotch. Caramel and vanilla develop alongside delicate baking spice, orange peel, and tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and balanced. Front-palate caramel leads into dried fruit and oak. Barrel-specific character introduces either honeyed sweetness or a drier, tannic structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and soft. A sophisticated closing of caramel and oak with a lingering baking spice note that drinks smoothly below proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Single Barrel Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhile contemporaries like Blanton's and Elmer T. Lee utilize the high-rye Mash Bill #2, the Taylor Single Barrel remains the definitive choice for those seeking the chocolate-weight and cleaner profile of Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural benchmark for single-barrel integrity and Highland-adjacent elegance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Single Barrel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Typically 9+ Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe E.H. Taylor Single Barrel is a high-conviction target for collectors who value the inherent variation of single-cask maturation. Unlike the Small Batch, this release offers an opportunity to experience the divergent paths Mash Bill #1 can take within Warehouse C. As a core member of the Taylor lineup with deep historical ties and \"American Whiskey of the Year\" status, it commands significant secondary interest. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube. Barrel numbers are tracked for provenance to ensure the highest standard for the luxury market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis balanced bourbon is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature to allow the dried fig and butterscotch notes to fully bloom. It carries enough structural weight to hold up cleanly over a single large clear cube. While its 100-proof strength performs beautifully in a \u003cstrong\u003eManhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, its allocation and technical clarity make it most rewarding as a contemplative neat pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 PORTFOLIO ANCHOR --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch\u003c\/span\u003e is the flagship of the modern Taylor portfolio and the definitive entry point into the world of premium Buffalo Trace spirits. Built on the legendary Mash Bill #1 and aged in the historic, 1881-built Warehouse C, this Bottled-in-Bond expression honors the \"Father of the Modern Bourbon Industry\" with a profile that defines balance and technical maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE BIB STANDARD) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Bottled-in-Bond Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAdhering to the strict 1897 Act championed by Taylor himself, every bottle is the product of a single distillery and distillation season, aged for at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse C Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured in the brick-and-limestone heart of Buffalo Trace, a warehouse specifically designed by Taylor for climate-controlled aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill #1 DNA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shares the same low-rye base as George T. Stagg and Eagle Rare, offering a clean, chocolate-weight sweetness without ethanol bite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Housed in a bottle and canister designed after Taylor's actual late-1800s commercial releases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel corn, butterscotch, and licorice. Vanilla, tobacco, and soft pepper develop alongside a faint, refreshing spearmint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and velvety. Entry of caramel corn sweetness leads into a mid-palate of butterscotch and licorice with a perfectly integrated 100-proof heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium and balanced. A closing of subtle pepper, tobacco, and soft oak that showcases the technical clarity of the natural sour-mash heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Portfolio Entry\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWhile it sits as the most accessible Taylor, the Small Batch is widely regarded as the highest-tier standard BIB bourbon in the category. It remains the essential reference for those exploring the Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The technical successor to Taylor’s 19th-century vision of bourbon integrity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Small Batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Typically 6–7 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAging Warehouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse C (1881 Heritage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch is the foundational asset of the modern Buffalo Trace enthusiast’s bar. While it is the most widely available Taylor, it remains highly allocated and serves as the gateway to the distillery's most experimental releases. Because it lacks a specific age statement, collectors value this release for its consistent proof and the Warehouse C flavor profile, which provides a clean baseline for comparing the Single Barrel and Barrel Proof expressions. Every bottle offered here includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube and is verified for pristine label integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis is the \"working bartender’s\" Taylor, designed to excel however you choose to pour it. While it is exceptionally balanced when enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a rocks glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, its 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond strength allows it to cut through dilution in high-end cocktails like a \u003cstrong\u003eMint Julep or a Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e. It also maintains its structural integrity over a single large clear cube for a more casual sipping experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch Bourbon\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Small_Batch.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch: The 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond flagship. Aged in Warehouse C from Mash Bill #1. 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INTRO \u0026 THE WHEATED LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eW.L. Weller Antique 107\u003c\/span\u003e is a core pillar of the Buffalo Trace wheated bourbon lineup. It utilizes the same celebrated mashbill found in the Pappy Van Winkle and William Larue Weller collections. The brand honors the legacy of William Larue Weller, who pioneered the use of wheat as a secondary grain in 1849 to create a softer, more approachable Kentucky bourbon style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 107 PROOF DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAntique 107 is defined by its concentrated proof and its membership in the industry's most sought-after wheated family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheated Mashbill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces traditional rye with wheat for a softer, sweeter aromatic profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrategic Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV) to concentrate flavor without the aggressive heat of cask-strength expressions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Sourcing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled and aged at Buffalo Trace, typically for a minimum of seven years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVan Winkle Sibling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shares the same base recipe as the ultra-premium Van Winkle lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and integrated wheat sweetness. Developing layers of soft baking spice, dark fruit, and faint citrus emerge alongside gentle oak and tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied with substantial textural depth. A front of caramel and wheat-derived sweetness transitions into mid-palate notes of dark fruit, soft baking spice, and gentle tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long. A signature closing of lingering caramel, soft oak, and characteristic baking-spice-and-wheat notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eLineup Positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Weller family, Antique 107 sits as a middle-tier powerhouse—above Special Reserve and 12 Year, but below the Full Proof and BTAC releases. It serves as a more accessible entry point into the Buffalo Trace wheated family compared to the Van Winkle labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of the 107-proof wheated category.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Frankfort, KY)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorn, Wheat, Malted Barley (Undisclosed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (~7 Years Typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107 Proof \/ 53.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRP Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$35 – $50 (Allocation-Controlled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW.L. Weller Antique 107 has become increasingly allocated since 2018 due to massive growth in the wheated bourbon sector. While modern releases are No-Age-Statement, older \"Old Weller Antique\" bottlings carrying a 7-year statement command a significant premium. Bottles offered here include intact original packaging. Please confirm the bottling era at the time of order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound wheated softness, enjoy this bourbon \u003cstrong\u003eneat or over a single large cube\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 107 proof carries exceptionally well in \u003cstrong\u003epremium cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the wheated character reads beautifully against bitters. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats, caramel desserts, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44766415126562,"sku":null,"price":124.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/image_2_b51689d1-705e-4e49-b977-f5351d869370.jpg?v=1779916805"},{"product_id":"w-l-weller-18-year-old-straight-wheat-whiskey","title":"W.L. Weller 18 Year: The Monumental Evolution of Wheat","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eRedefine your collection with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/admin.shopify.com\/store\/t6jnet-ht\/products\/8208778887202\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWeller 18 Year Old Straight Wheat Whiskey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. Released to commemorate the 200th birthday of William Larue Weller, this is not a standard wheated bourbon—it is the first-ever age-stated \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"216\"\u003eStraight Wheat Whiskey\u003c\/b\u003e from Buffalo Trace. Distilled from a unique mash bill where wheat is the primary grain (at least 51%) and matured for eighteen years, this release represents a bold departure from tradition. Presented in a handcrafted 700ml crystal decanter, it is an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"490\"\u003eopulent\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"502\"\u003erare bottling\u003c\/b\u003e that stands as the pinnacle of the Weller legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Sensory Experience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/admin.shopify.com\/store\/t6jnet-ht\/products\/8208778887202\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWeller 18\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e is celebrated for its ethereal, honeyed softness and a texture that is famously \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"94\"\u003evelvety\u003c\/b\u003e, distinct from the heavier corn-based profiles of its siblings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e An inviting and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003evelvety\u003c\/b\u003e bouquet of vanilla bean, fresh orchard fruits, and seasoned oak. Sophisticated layers of dried apricot and light pipe tobacco emerge, balanced by a hint of floral nectar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"21\"\u003eopulent\u003c\/b\u003e and remarkably bright. Flavors of crisp green pear and creamy butterscotch dance on the tongue, followed by the warmth of cinnamon-spiced oak and toasted almonds. The mouthfeel is exceptionally \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"223\"\u003evelvety\u003c\/b\u003e, offering a delicate wheat sweetness that feels like liquid silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e A monumental and enduring finish. It remains long and clean, leaving a lingering, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003evelvety\u003c\/b\u003e trail of soft baking spices, dried berries, and a final, sophisticated whisper of aged wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV \/ Proof:\u003c\/b\u003e 45% ABV \/ 90 Proof\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin \/ Region:\u003c\/b\u003e Frankfort, Kentucky, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCategory:\u003c\/b\u003e Straight Wheat Whiskey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAge \/ Edition:\u003c\/b\u003e 18 Years Old (200th Anniversary Edition)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eFor the elite collector seeking a definitive \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"45\"\u003ewhiskey investment\u003c\/b\u003e, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"69\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/admin.shopify.com\/store\/t6jnet-ht\/products\/8208778887202\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWeller 18\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e stands as a peerless \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003ecollectible whiskey\u003c\/b\u003e. Its status as a \"first-of-its-kind\" release from Buffalo Trace makes it a blue-chip asset for any global portfolio. We offer \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"246\"\u003esecure nationwide shipping\u003c\/b\u003e on all luxury assets and are the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"306\"\u003epremier source for rare spirits in Kentucky and beyond\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecure this historic 18-year-old decanter for your private collection today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44766415159330,"sku":null,"price":2999.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/image4_d9b4eb6d-aebb-4b65-b998-ad014c4cf47a.jpg?v=1779916775"},{"product_id":"weller-cypb-bourbon","title":"W.L. Weller CYPB \"Craft Your Perfect Bourbon\" Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Wheated, 95 Proof, Crowdsourced Spec","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* CYPB White: #fdfdfd | Perfect Bourbon Gold: #d4af37 | Warehouse Charcoal: #333333 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #333333; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the crowdsourced consensus *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #2b2b2b 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #333333; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #d4af37; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE CROWDSOURCED LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eW.L. Weller CYPB\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most structurally distinctive bottlings in the Buffalo Trace lineup. Standing for \"Craft Your Perfect Bourbon,\" this expression was built from specifications crowdsourced through consumer surveys that allowed enthusiasts to choose the ideal age, proof, mashbill, and warehouse characteristics. Launched in 2018, it represents a unique \"consumer-vetted\" entry in the storied wheated bourbon category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE CONSUMER SPECIFICATIONS) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eCYPB is defined by the specific preferences of Buffalo Trace enthusiasts, resulting in a balanced, highly sought-after profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnthusiast Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated based on preferred age, proof, and barrel placement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheated Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilizes the same Buffalo Trace wheated mashbill shared by the Weller and Van Winkle lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefined Aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured for a minimum of 8 years in upper-floor warehouse positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Middle Ground:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 95 proof, providing more concentration than Special Reserve but more accessibility than Antique 107.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and integrated wheat sweetness. Soft tobacco, gentle oak, and refined fruit complexity develop with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied with textural depth. A front of caramel and wheat-derived sweetness transitions into mid-palate notes of dark fruit and soft baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long. A signature closing of lingering caramel, soft oak, and characteristic baking-spice-and-wheat notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eStrategic Positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Weller vertical, CYPB sits between Weller Antique 107 and Full Proof. It serves as a structurally novel release, where production specifications are determined by the consumer rather than the Master Distiller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that embodies the collective ideal of the Buffalo Trace enthusiast.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Frankfort, KY)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Years (Minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Wheated Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 Proof \/ 47.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRP Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$50 – $70 (Allocation-Controlled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCYPB is structurally significant as one of the few consumer-spec-driven bourbon releases in modern history. Its annual limited release and high secondary market demand—typically ranging from $300 to $600—make it a cornerstone for serious Weller collectors. Bottles offered here include the intact original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the refined 8-year wheated character, enjoy this bourbon \u003cstrong\u003eneat or over a single large cube\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its 95 proof concentration performs exceptionally in \u003cstrong\u003epremium cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e where wheated softness is prized. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats, caramel desserts, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44766415192098,"sku":null,"price":449.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/WELLER_CYPB_BOTTLE.jpg?v=1779916843"},{"product_id":"weller-single-barrel-bourbon","title":"W.L. Weller Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Wheated, Single Barrel, 97 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Single Barrel Orange: #e67e22 | Wheated Gold: #d4af37 | Distillery Bronze: #b87333 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #e67e22; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the unique single-barrel selection *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #3d230b 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #e67e22; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #d4af37; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE SINGLE BARREL LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eW.L. Weller Single Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e is a structurally distinctive expression within the Buffalo Trace wheated bourbon portfolio. Launched in 2020, this program shifts away from small-batch blending to showcase individually selected barrels hand-picked by the master distiller team. Because every bottle is sourced from one specific barrel, it offers meaningful flavor variation that distinguishes it from the broader Weller lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE INDIVIDUAL SELECTION DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWeller Single Barrel is defined by its focus on individual barrel character and hand-labeled transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Barrel Sourcing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Individually selected by master distillers to highlight unique flavor profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheated Mashbill\u003c\/strong\u003e: Built on the same Buffalo Trace wheated recipe used for the Van Winkle and Weller 12 Year lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecise Bottling\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bottled at 97 proof (48.5% ABV) to balance proof concentration with soft wheated accessibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Labeled Data\u003c\/strong\u003e: Each bottle features specific data including barrel number, warehouse position, and age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and integrated wheat sweetness. Developing layers of dark fruit, soft tobacco, and gentle leather emerge with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied with textural depth. A front of wheat-derived sweetness transitions into mid-palate notes of dark fruit, vanilla, and soft baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long. A signature closing of lingering caramel, soft oak, and characteristic baking-spice-and-wheat notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Weller lineup, Single Barrel sits strategically between the entry-level Special Reserve and the higher-proof Antique 107. It serves as a unique platform for enthusiasts to explore barrel-specific nuances of the Buffalo Trace wheated mashbill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that celebrates the unique character of individual barrel maturation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Frankfort, KY)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon (Single Barrel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Wheated Mashbill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically 8-10+ Years (Barrel-Specific)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e97 Proof \/ 48.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottling Era\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent Release since 2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRP Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$50 – $70 (Allocation-Controlled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe single-barrel format is structurally significant for collectors, as it provides a vertical tracking opportunity. Because flavor profiles can vary meaningfully across different barrels, collectors often seek out specific barrel numbers or warehouse positions. Bottles offered here include the intact original packaging with all barrel-specific data hand-labeled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the unique single-barrel character, enjoy this bourbon \u003cstrong\u003eneat or over a single large cube\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 97 proof concentration performs exceptionally in \u003cstrong\u003epremium cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the wheated softness balances beautifully against bitters. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats, caramel desserts, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44766415257634,"sku":null,"price":349.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/WELLER_SINGLE_BARREL_BOTTLE.jpg?v=1779916910"},{"product_id":"pappy-van-winkle-15-year","title":"Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 15 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 107 Proof, Allocation-Controlled","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #C5894F;   \/* metallic foil  *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #C14222;   \/* power color    *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #1B1F2E;   \/* deep lowlight  *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#9fa1b0; --mw-hair:#2c3142;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:38%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 15 Year is the entry to the Pappy tier and the youngest of the Pappy bottlings — a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon distilled and bottled at Buffalo Trace Distillery for the Van Winkle family. It is aged 15 years in deep-charred oak and bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV), the same strength as the 10 Year, so the extra years in wood are what set it apart. Wheat stands in for rye, and at 15 years the oak has fully integrated into a rich, full-bodied whiskey. Deep copper in the glass, it carries caramel, vanilla, and dried apricot on the nose; a palate of toffee, leather, dried cherry, and baking spice over deeply integrated oak; and a long, complex finish of evolving spice and wood. It sits above the 12-year Lot B and the 10-year Old Rip in the Van Winkle line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe entry to the Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve tier and the youngest of the Pappy bottlings (below 20 and 23).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAged 15 years — the deep, full-bodied, tannic Van Winkle, with leather, dried cherry, and integrated oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV), the same strength as the 10 Year, so age rather than proof is the difference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA wheated bourbon: wheat replaces rye; distilled and bottled at Buffalo Trace under the Van Winkle partnership since 2002.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRecipe traces to Julian \"Pappy\" Van Winkle Sr.; introduced in 2004. A highly allocated annual release. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and dried apricot with light oak spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and full-bodied — toffee, leather, dried cherry, and baking spice over deeply integrated oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and complex, with evolving spice and wood notes. Deeper and more tannic than the younger Van Winkles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe first rung of the Pappy tier, a step up in age from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/van-winkle-special-reserve-12-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 12-year Lot B that sits just below it\u003c\/a\u003e and from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle 10 Year, the entry to the family\u003c\/a\u003e. The older 20 and 23 Year sit above it. See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour other bourbon listings\u003c\/a\u003e for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle (Van Winkle family) — Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve, 15 Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery \/ Producer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistilled \u0026amp; bottled at Buffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac), Frankfort, Kentucky — Van Winkle partnership since 2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — wheated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated (wheat replaces rye); exact ratio not published, est. ~16% wheat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107 proof (53.5% ABV) — same strength as the 10 Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 years (stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep-charred heavy oak; barrels from the warehouse heart, monitored to avoid over-oaking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly allocated annual fall release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition In Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEntry to the Pappy tier — above Lot B 12, below Pappy 20\/23\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe Family Reserve name is the most recognized in the Van Winkle catalog, and the 15 Year is where it begins. The wheated recipe traces to Julian \"Pappy\" Van Winkle Sr., who built it at Stitzel-Weller in Louisville; it passed through his son Julian Jr. and grandson Julian Van Winkle III, who brought production to Buffalo Trace in 2002. This 15 Year was introduced in 2004 to replace the Old Rip Van Winkle 15 Year, and it has anchored the Pappy tier since. For a collector it is the natural pivot point in the line — the first bottle to wear the Pappy name, sitting above the 10 and 12 Year and below the 20 and 23 — and a limited annual release that is among the hardest American bourbons to acquire at retail. It is a genuinely collectible bottle, not merely a gateway to the older expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eAt 15 years this rewards a neat pour in a Glencairn, with a few minutes to open — the leather, dried cherry, and oak need room to unfold. A single drop or two of water can soften the baking spice and lengthen the finish, but the whiskey is full enough to stand on its own. Ice is best left out, as the cold flattens the layered oak and dried-fruit notes that the long maturation built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePappy 15 is built on Buffalo Trace's wheated mash bill, with wheat in place of rye alongside corn and malted barley; the exact ratio is not published, but estimates cluster around 16% wheat. Barrels destined for the Pappy bottlings are selected early in their life from the heart of the warehouse and monitored over time so that none becomes over-oaked — a barrel drifting that way is moved to the next closest batch age instead. The 15 Year matures in deep-charred heavy oak for a decade and a half, then is bottled at 107 proof. Like the rest of the line, its barrels begin as the same Buffalo Trace wheated stock that becomes Weller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eIs the 15 Year the youngest Pappy Van Winkle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes. Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 15 Year is the entry to the Pappy tier and the youngest of the Pappy bottlings, below the 20 and 23 Year. It sits above the Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year, Lot B, in the wider Van Winkle line, and shares the same wheated mash bill as the rest of the family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eHow is Pappy 15 different from the younger Van Winkle bourbons?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAt 15 years it shows more barrel integration and a deeper, more tannic character than the 10 and 12 Year, with toffee, leather, dried cherry, and baking spice over deeply integrated oak. It is bottled at 107 proof, the same strength as the 10 Year, but the extra aging makes it fuller and more complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Product\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/pappy-van-winkle-15-year#product\",\n      \"name\": \"Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 15 Year\",\n      \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/[PLACEHOLDER_IMAGE_PATH]\/pappy-van-winkle-15-year.jpg\",\n      \"description\": \"Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 15 Year is a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon from the Van Winkle family, distilled at Buffalo Trace Distillery and bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV) in 750 mL. 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Lee Single Barrel Sour Mash Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 90 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Elmer T. 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INTRO \u0026 LEGACY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eElmer T. Lee Single Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e is a liquid tribute to the man who revolutionized the bourbon industry. As the Master Distiller who introduced the world’s first commercial single barrel bourbon in 1984, Elmer T. Lee’s namesake bottling is a masterclass in balance. This expression captures the \"soft, sweet, and balanced\" profile Lee championed throughout his 36-year tenure at the Buffalo Trace Distillery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE MASH BILL #2 DISTINCTION) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe High-Rye Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eBuilt on the coveted \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #2\u003c\/span\u003e, this single barrel release provides more aromatic tension and spice than its Mash Bill #1 cousins, refined by a sophisticated 90-proof delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally selected by Lee himself as his retirement project in 1985, this bourbon shares its high-rye DNA with Blanton's and Rock Hill Farms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Barrel Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each bottle is drawn from an individual charred American oak barrel, highlighting the subtle nuances of the 10-15% rye content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHall of Fame Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e A perennial favorite that honors Lee’s induction into the Bourbon Hall of Fame and his legacy as Distiller of the Year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla, rich caramel, and citrus. Soft spice and honey develop with air, alongside faint floral notes and a clean, herbal rackhouse character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and approachable. Gentle spice and caramel transition into honey, dried fruit, and soft oak with a remarkably balanced mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium and elegant. A persistent closing of vanilla and seasoned oak with a sophisticated baking spice note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe High-Rye Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Buffalo Trace high-rye vertical, Elmer T. Lee sits as the \"smoothest\" sipper. It is often preferred by purists who find the 93-proof Blanton's or 100-proof Rock Hill Farms too aggressive for contemplative sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The technical successor to Lee’s vision of a soft, sweet, and balanced bourbon.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Single Barrel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #2 (High-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Typically 8+ Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 Proof \/ 45% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividually Numbered Single Barrel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eElmer T. Lee Single Barrel has transitioned from a bottom-shelf staple to one of the most highly allocated whiskeys in the Sazerac portfolio. Since Lee’s passing in 2013, the brand has seen intense secondary market growth, with pre-2013 bottlings carrying significant premiums for vertical collectors. While it remains a permanent release, its availability is strictly limited, often disappearing within hours of reaching shelves. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and pristine label condition. Authenticity is tracked through our provenance program to ensure the highest standard for the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. 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Weller 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Wheated, 90 Proof, Age-Stated","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Wheated Black: #1a1a1a | Aged Gold: #d4af37 | Stitzel Bronze: #cd7f32 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #d4af37; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the deep 12-year integration *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #2b2b2b 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #d4af37; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #d4af37; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE AGE-STATED ANCHOR --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eW.L. Weller 12 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e is the age-stated anchor of Buffalo Trace's wheated bourbon lineup. Introducing a defined 12-year statement at an accessible proof point, it sits strategically in the middle of the Weller vertical: above the NAS Special Reserve and below the higher-octane Antique 107 and Full Proof expressions. It serves as a structural masterclass in decadal maturation, utilizing the same celebrated mashbill found in the Van Winkle family reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 12-YEAR INTEGRATION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWeller 12 is defined by its substantial integration and concentrated wheated sweetness derived from twelve years in charred American oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge-Stated Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features a minimum of 12 years of aging to produce a profile far more developed than its NAS siblings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheated Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Uses wheat as the secondary grain in place of rye, resulting in a softer and more floral aromatic character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessible Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), preserving a refined and approachable texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShared Lineage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Shares the same high-wheat mashbill used across the Weller and Van Winkle portfolios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed caramel, integrated wheat sweetness, and polished oak. Developing layers of vanilla, baking spice, dark fruit, and leather emerge alongside soft tobacco and gentle floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied with substantial textural depth. A front of developed caramel transitions into mid-palate notes of dark fruit, baking spice, and gentle tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long. A signature closing of lingering caramel, polished oak, and characteristic soft spice-and-wheat notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eCommonly referred to by enthusiasts as the \"starter Pappy,\" Weller 12 offers the 12-year statement at an accessible proof level. It serves as a direct, more accessible comparator to Pappy Van Winkle 12 (Special Reserve Lot B).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines premium wheated bourbon at moderate proof.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Frankfort, KY)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years (Minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Wheated Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 Proof \/ 45% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRP Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$30 – $40 (Allocation-Controlled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistently allocated since 2015, Weller 12 is a foundational target for collectors building wheated bourbon verticals. Bottling era is a significant factor in value; older bottlings, particularly those from the \"Stitzel-Weller\" labeled era, command a substantial premium. Bottles offered here include intact original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the refined 12-year integration, enjoy this bourbon \u003cstrong\u003eneat or over a single large cube\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its refined profile carries exceptionally well in \u003cstrong\u003epremium cocktails like an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, or Mint Julep\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats, dark chocolate, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44950315892770,"sku":"88004027742","price":159.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/image_edb06375-5fd7-49f0-9625-9a7a81092882.jpg?v=1779916707"},{"product_id":"old-rip-van-winkle-10-year","title":"Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Bourbon (107 Proof)- ORVW","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #D9B57E;   \/* metallic foil  *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #D05A0F;   \/* power color    *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #201F19;   \/* deep lowlight  *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b3a586; --mw-hair:#332d22;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:38%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle 10 Year is the entry and youngest bourbon in the Van Winkle family — a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery under the Van Winkle partnership. It is aged a full 10 years and bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV), close to barrel proof, with only a small addition of Kentucky limestone water. Wheat stands in for rye as the secondary grain, which gives it a softer, rounder, sweeter profile than rye-recipe bourbons. Rich copper in the glass, it carries sweet vanilla, caramel, roasted pecan, and warm oak on the nose; a round, full palate of wheat, dried cherry, caramel, and toffee; and a long, warming finish of smoky wheat, dried fruit, brown spice, and oak. It shares its wheated recipe with the older Pappy Van Winkle 15, 20, and 23 Year bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe entry and youngest expression of the Van Winkle line — the most accessible age statement in the family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA wheated bourbon: wheat replaces rye for a softer, rounder, sweeter character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAged 10 years; bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV), close to barrel proof with a splash of Kentucky limestone water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eProduced at Buffalo Trace Distillery under the Van Winkle family partnership since 2002. Rich copper color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA highly allocated annual release, sharing its wheated recipe with the older Pappy Van Winkle bottlings. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet vanilla, caramel, and roasted pecan with warm oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round and full — wheat character, dried cherry, caramel, and toffee over well-integrated oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming, with smoky wheat, dried fruit, brown spice, and oak tannins. Softer and rounder than rye-recipe bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe youngest of the Van Winkle wheated bourbons. Directly above it sits \u003ca href=\"\/products\/van-winkle-special-reserve-12-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Special Reserve 12 Year, the next age up the line\u003c\/a\u003e, with the Pappy 15, 20, and 23 Year bottlings climbing from there. For another aged bourbon from the same Buffalo Trace distillery, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2025\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eEagle Rare, a long-aged Buffalo Trace bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe broader bourbon collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle (Van Winkle family) — entry \/ youngest expression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery \/ Producer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac), Frankfort, Kentucky — Van Winkle partnership since 2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — wheated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated (wheat replaces rye); exact ratio not published, est. ~16% wheat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e107 proof (53.5% ABV) — close to barrel proof, splash of limestone water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 years (stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred American oak; middle-floor warehouse maturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich copper \/ golden amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly allocated annual release (fall; smaller spring allocation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\"Pappy 10\" \/ \"ORVW 10\" (informal — not technically Pappy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle is the Van Winkle family's own label, and the 10 Year is its entry point: Julian Van Winkle III established the 10-year, 107-proof bottling in the early 1980s, and since 2002 every drop has been produced at Buffalo Trace from the distillery's wheated stock. It is the most attainable age statement the family makes — the 12-year Special Reserve and the 15, 20, and 23 Year Pappy bottlings climb from here — yet it remains a limited annual release that moves quickly each fall. That combination of an entry price within the most collectible name in American bourbon and a genuine 10-year wheated profile is what makes it a natural first acquisition for anyone building toward the line. Worth saying plainly: it is sometimes called \"Pappy 10,\" but the Pappy name belongs to the older bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe wheated recipe makes this one approachable neat, even at 107 proof — pour it in a Glencairn and give it a few minutes to open. A few drops of water lift the vanilla, caramel, and dried cherry without thinning the body; a single large cube works for a slower pour. It also holds its own in a stirred cocktail, where the round wheat sweetness reads clearly, though the depth of a decade in oak shows best with just a little water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle 10 Year is built on Buffalo Trace's wheated mash bill, with wheat standing in for rye as the secondary grain alongside corn and malted barley. The exact ratio is not published — estimates cluster around 16% wheat — but the effect is consistent: a softer, rounder, sweeter spirit than rye-recipe bourbons. The whiskey is aged a full 10 years in new charred American oak, matured in the middle floors of Buffalo Trace's metal-clad warehouses, then bottled at 107 proof close to barrel strength, with only a small addition of Kentucky limestone water. The barrels begin life as the same wheated stock that becomes Weller; those selected for the Van Winkle name are followed over time to see which earn the older Pappy bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eIs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year the same as Pappy Van Winkle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year is the entry and youngest expression in the Van Winkle family, and it shares the same wheated mash bill as the older Pappy Van Winkle 15, 20, and 23 Year bottlings — but the Pappy name properly belongs to those older releases. It is sometimes nicknamed \"Pappy 10,\" though that is informal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWhat makes it a wheated bourbon?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIts mash bill uses wheat in place of rye as the secondary grain, alongside corn and malted barley, which gives a softer, rounder, sweeter profile than rye-recipe bourbons. Buffalo Trace does not publish the exact ratio, though it is commonly estimated at around 16 percent wheat. 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It is aged 12 years and bottled at 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV), the lowest proof in the family and a deliberately restrained one. Wheat stands in for rye, giving a soft, rounded sweetness, and the two extra years over the 10 Year build depth without heat. Golden amber in the glass, it carries caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, and dried fruit on the nose; a soft palate of wheat sweetness, honey, caramel, and vanilla cream over gentle oak; and a long, balanced, dry finish with brown spice and a touch of tobacco. It is often poured after dinner and likened to a fine cognac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe middle expression of the Van Winkle line — between the 10-year Old Rip and the older Pappy bottlings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe lowest-proof Van Winkle: 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV), restrained on purpose for balance over power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA wheated bourbon: wheat replaces rye for a soft, rounded, sweeter character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAged 12 years in new charred American oak; produced at Buffalo Trace under the Van Winkle partnership since 2002.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOften likened to an after-dinner cognac. Shares its wheated recipe with the rest of the line. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak with dried fruit and a little spiced peach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft wheat sweetness, honey, caramel, and vanilla cream over gentle oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, balanced, and dry, with brown spice and a light tobacco note. Gentler than the higher-proof 10 Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe balance-first middle of the family, a step up in age from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle 10 Year, the younger expression below it\u003c\/a\u003e, and a step down from the older Pappy bottlings. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe other bourbons we carry\u003c\/a\u003e for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle (Van Winkle family) — Special Reserve 12 Year, \"Lot B\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery \/ Producer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac), Frankfort, Kentucky — Van Winkle partnership since 2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — wheated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated (wheat replaces rye); exact ratio not published, est. ~16% wheat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) — lowest-proof Van Winkle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 years (stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred American oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly allocated annual release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition In Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiddle — between Old Rip 10 and Pappy 15\/20\/23\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eLot B is the Van Winkle family's 12-year Special Reserve, and the story behind it is a quiet one: Julian Van Winkle III added two years over the 10 Year to show what time does for the family's wheated bourbon, at a moment when older bourbon had almost no audience. It found one. The bottle has kept the same plain, image-free label and the same 90.4 proof throughout; the main change was the bottling line moving to Frankfort after the 2002 Buffalo Trace partnership. As the lowest-proof, most balance-driven Van Winkle, it sits in the middle of the line and is a limited annual release that rarely lingers. For a collector, it is the connective piece between the 10 Year and the older Pappy bottlings, and a genuinely collectible bottle in its own right rather than a stepping stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThis is the gentle one, so it shows best neat in a Glencairn with a few minutes to open — at 90.4 proof there is little heat to tame. A single drop or two of water can lift the honey and dried fruit, but it rarely needs it. Many drinkers treat Lot B as an after-dinner pour in place of a cognac; ice is best avoided, as it mutes the soft wheat sweetness that defines the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eLot B is built on Buffalo Trace's wheated mash bill, with wheat in place of rye alongside corn and malted barley; the exact ratio is not published, but estimates cluster around 16% wheat. It is aged 12 years in new charred American oak, two years longer than the 10 Year, then bottled at a deliberately moderate 90.4 proof. That restrained strength is the point: rather than chase intensity, Lot B leans on integration and the soft sweetness the wheated recipe gives, which is why it is so often compared to an after-dinner cognac. Like the rest of the line, its barrels begin as the same Buffalo Trace wheated stock that becomes Weller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhere does Lot B sit in the Van Winkle lineup?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eVan Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year, nicknamed Lot B, is the middle of the Van Winkle line, between the 10-year Old Rip Van Winkle and the older Pappy Van Winkle 15, 20, and 23 Year bottlings. It is the lowest-proof Van Winkle at 90.4 proof, aged 12 years, and made with the same wheated mash bill as the rest of the family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWhy is Lot B bottled at only 90.4 proof?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe lower 90.4 proof is intentional: at 12 years the wheated bourbon is soft and well-integrated, and the moderate strength keeps the focus on balance and the gentle wheat sweetness rather than heat. 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Bottled at 95.6 proof (47.8% ABV), it is one of the oldest age-stated ryes, from a time when most rye was young and overlooked. Deep tawny copper in the glass, it carries chestnut, cocoa, vanilla, and baking spice on the nose; a palate of caramel, toffee, roasted nut, leather, and white pepper; and a long, warm finish of dried fruit, spice, and dry oak. It is more spice-forward than the family's wheated bourbons, and is released each fall alongside them. The mash bill is not disclosed, and the liquid's source has varied over the label's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe only rye in the Van Winkle lineup — everything else the family makes is a wheated bourbon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA 13-year Kentucky straight rye, one of the oldest age-stated ryes; bottled at 95.6 proof (47.8% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDeep, spice-forward and mature — chestnut, cocoa, leather, and white pepper rather than the bourbons' sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBottled by Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery from Pappy Van Winkle's Private Stock; released each fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe mash bill is not disclosed, and the source has varied over the label's history. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chestnut, cocoa, and vanilla with baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, toffee, and roasted nut with leather and white pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warm, with dried fruit, spice, and dry oak. More spice-forward than the family's wheated bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe family's lone rye, released each fall beside its bourbons — \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pappy-van-winkle-15-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe wheated Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year that ships alongside it\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle 10 Year, the family's entry bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e. For more rye, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rye\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour other rye whiskeys\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle (Van Winkle family) — the lineup's only rye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky — from Pappy Van Winkle's Private Stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Rye Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillate Source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaried by vintage (Medley; 2004 Old Bernheim blend, tank-aged; recent Buffalo Trace)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95.6 proof (47.8% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 years (stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep tawny copper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly allocated annual fall release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNotable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne of the oldest age-stated ryes; a pioneer of aged rye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe Family Reserve Rye is the odd one out in the Van Winkle catalog, and that is precisely what makes it interesting: it is the family's only rye, released each fall beside the famous wheated bourbons. When it first appeared in the late 1990s it was almost alone in the market — a 13-year age statement on a rye, at a time when most rye was young and ignored. Its history is genuinely complex: the early bottlings were sourced from the Medley distillery, then in 2004 blended with older Old Bernheim rye and moved into steel tanks to stop the aging clock, so vintage bottles hold liquid older than the 13 years on the label; more recent releases are Buffalo Trace distillate. For a collector that lineage is part of the appeal — a limited annual release that captures a turning point in American rye, and a genuinely collectible bottle distinct from the bourbons it shares a shelf with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThis rewards a neat pour in a Glencairn, with a few minutes to open — the chestnut, leather, and white-pepper notes need room. A drop or two of water can round the spice and draw out the dried fruit on the finish, though at 95.6 proof there is little heat to manage. Ice is best avoided, as it dulls the layered spice and oak that thirteen years built. It also makes a memorable, if extravagant, base for a stirred rye cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eVan Winkle Family Reserve Rye is a Kentucky straight rye, and Buffalo Trace does not disclose its mash bill. Its story is unusual even by Van Winkle standards: the earliest releases were sourced from the Medley distillery in Owensboro; in 2004 Julian Van Winkle III blended the remaining Medley barrels with older rye from the Old Bernheim (Cream of Kentucky) distillery and moved the whiskey into stainless-steel tanks to arrest further aging and prevent over-oaking. More recent releases are Buffalo Trace distillate. Because of that history, the specific vintage of a given bottle determines what is inside, and the early \"tanked\" bottlings hold liquid older than the stated 13 years. It is bottled at 95.6 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eIs Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye a bourbon?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye is a Kentucky straight rye whiskey, the only rye in the Van Winkle lineup, which is otherwise made up of wheated bourbons like Old Rip Van Winkle and Pappy Van Winkle. It is aged 13 years and bottled at 95.6 proof, and it is released each fall alongside the family's bourbons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWhere does the rye in this bottle come from?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe source has changed over the label's history. Early releases were sourced from the Medley Distillery in Kentucky, then blended in 2004 with older rye from the Old Bernheim distillery and held in steel tanks to slow aging; more recent releases are Buffalo Trace distillate. 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It is aged two full decades and bottled at 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV), lower than the 15 Year, so the long maturation stays balanced rather than sharp. Wheat stands in for rye, and at 20 years the oak has fully integrated into a deep, mature whiskey. Deep amber with garnet undertones, it carries leather, dried dark fruit, seasoned oak, and a little smoke on the nose; a palate of dark cherry, caramel, honey, and tobacco over integrated oak; and an extraordinarily long finish of floral honey and charred barrel. It sits above Pappy 15 and below the older 23 Year, and is presented in a velvet bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe middle of the Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve tier — above the 15 Year, below the 23.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAged 20 years and bottled at 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV); the lower strength keeps two decades in oak from turning sharp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDeep, mature, and fully integrated — oiled leather, dark cherry, smoke, and honey, with a very long finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA wheated bourbon: wheat replaces rye; produced at Buffalo Trace under the Van Winkle partnership since 2002.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRated 99\/100 by the Beverage Tasting Institute. Presented in a velvet bag. A highly allocated annual release. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep leather, dried dark fruit, and seasoned oak with a little smoke and coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark cherry, caramel, and honey with tobacco over fully integrated oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extraordinarily long, with floral honey and charred-barrel notes. Deeper and more developed than the 15 Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe mature middle of the Pappy tier, a step up in age from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pappy-van-winkle-15-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 15-year Pappy that sits just below it\u003c\/a\u003e, with the older 23 Year above. For the full range, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe bourbons in our vault\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle (Van Winkle family) — Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve, 20 Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery \/ Producer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduced at Buffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac); bottled by Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — wheated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated (wheat replaces rye); exact ratio not published, est. ~16% wheat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) — lower than the 15 Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 years (stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred American oak; cooler-warehouse aging, very low yields\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep amber with garnet undertones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL (presented in a velvet bag)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly allocated annual fall release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition In Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiddle of the Pappy tier — above 15, below 23\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecognition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e99\/100, Beverage Tasting Institute\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePappy 20 is the bottle that made the name. Its 99-out-of-100 score from the Beverage Tasting Institute in the 1990s turned a little-known family bourbon into a household name among whiskey drinkers, and the 20 Year has carried that reputation since. The economics are unforgiving: less than three percent of Buffalo Trace's wheated stock is judged fit to age this long, and more than half of each barrel evaporates over two decades, so only a few thousand bottles reach the market each fall. Within the Van Winkle line it is the mature heart — older and more integrated than the 15, a step below the 23 — and it arrives in its velvet bag as a limited annual release. For a collector it is a genuinely collectible bottle and, for many, the definitive Pappy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eTwo decades in oak ask for a neat pour in a Glencairn, with time to open — the leather, dark cherry, and honey reveal themselves slowly. A single drop of water can lift the floral notes on the finish, though at 90.4 proof the whiskey is already gentle. Ice is best avoided, as the cold mutes the layered oak and dark fruit that twenty years built. This is a bourbon to pour deliberately rather than mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePappy 20 is built on Buffalo Trace's wheated mash bill, with wheat in place of rye alongside corn and malted barley; the exact ratio is not published, but estimates cluster around 16% wheat. The wheated recipe is what makes such long aging possible — it develops sweetness slowly and holds up in the barrel past the point where a rye-recipe bourbon would turn bitter. Barrels are aged for two full decades in cooler sections of the brick warehouses, where slower maturation protects against over-oaking; even so, under three percent of the wheated stock is set aside for the 20 Year, and more than half of each barrel is lost to evaporation, leaving very low yields. It is bottled at 90.4 proof. Like the rest of the line, its barrels begin as the same Buffalo Trace wheated stock that becomes Weller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat makes Pappy 20 different from Pappy 15?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003ePappy 20 is aged five years longer than the 15 and bottled lower, at 90.4 proof rather than 107. The extra time deepens the leather, dark fruit, and oak into a more integrated whole, and the lower proof keeps the long maturation from turning sharp. It sits between Pappy 15 and the older 23 Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWhy is so little Pappy 20 made?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eOnly a small share of Buffalo Trace's wheated stock - under three percent - is set aside to age for twenty years, and more than half of each barrel is lost to evaporation over that time, leaving very low yields. 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Aged twenty-three years, it is one of the longest-aged bourbons the family produces, and after that long in wood the oak leads: rich mahogany in the glass, with ripe red apple, cherry, and tobacco on the nose; a wood-forward palate of caramel, apricot, leather, walnut, and vanilla; and a long, rich finish of bold oak and caramel. It sits above the 15 and 20 Year. Its distillate is vintage-dependent — older releases came from the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery, recent ones from Buffalo Trace — and it is among the most allocated bourbons released each fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe oldest expression in the Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve line — the top of the tier, above the 15 and 20 Year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAged 23 years and bottled at 95.6 proof (47.8% ABV); a highly allocated annual release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe most oak-driven of the line — rich mahogany, with apple, cherry, leather, walnut, and bold oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA wheated bourbon: wheat (Red Winter wheat) replaces rye, the same recipe that makes Weller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDistillate is vintage-dependent: original Stitzel-Weller for older releases, Buffalo Trace for recent ones. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe red apple, cherry, and tobacco over antique oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood-forward — the oak leads — with caramel, apricot, leather, walnut, and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and rich, with bold oak and caramel. The most oak-driven expression in the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe oldest and most oak-forward Van Winkle, one age step above \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pappy-van-winkle-20-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 20-year expression a step below it\u003c\/a\u003e, and the top of the tier. For the full range, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour other Kentucky bourbons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle (Van Winkle family) — Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve, 23 Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer \/ Bottler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled by Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky; produced under the Buffalo Trace partnership since 2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — wheated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated (wheat replaces rye); Red Winter wheat; exact ratio not published, est. ~16% wheat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillate Source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage-dependent — Stitzel-Weller (older releases) or Buffalo Trace (recent)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95.6 proof (47.8% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 years (stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred American oak; lower-floor, cooler-warehouse aging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich mahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Edition; highly allocated annual fall release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition In Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOldest expression — top of the Pappy tier (15 → 20 → 23)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe 23 Year is the oldest bottle the Van Winkle family sells, and it carries the most history in the glass. Much of its mystique is tied to the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, which produced the wheated recipe until it closed in 1992: older 23 Year releases were drawn from that Stitzel-Weller stock, and in 2013 Julian Van Winkle III suggested that year's bottling might be among the last of it. As those barrels were depleted around 2014, recent releases moved to Buffalo Trace distillate, so the bottling year decides what is inside — a distinction collectors track closely. After twenty-three years the wood is dominant, which is the point: this is the most oak-driven expression in the line, rich mahogany in color and intense on the palate. Among the most allocated bourbons released each fall, it is the most collectible rung of the Pappy ladder and, for many, the one bottle that defines the name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eTwenty-three years in oak ask for a neat pour in a Glencairn, with real time to open — the apple, leather, and walnut emerge from under the wood only slowly. A single drop of water can soften the oak and lift the caramel, which suits a whiskey this old. Ice is best avoided, as the cold flattens the layered oak and dried fruit that two decades and more in the barrel produced. This is a bottle to pour with intent, never to mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePappy 23 is built on the Van Winkle wheated mash bill, with wheat — specifically Red Winter wheat — standing in for rye alongside corn and malted barley; the exact ratio is not published, but estimates cluster around 16% wheat. It is the same recipe that makes Weller. The whiskey's origin depends on the vintage: older releases were distilled at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville before its 1992 closure, the transition-era bottlings around 2015 blended a Stitzel-Weller majority with some Bernheim and Buffalo Trace, and recent releases are Buffalo Trace distillate. Barrels are aged on the lower, cooler floors of the rack house, where slower maturation helps a whiskey survive this long without collapsing into bitterness, and it is bottled at 95.6 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat is the oldest Pappy Van Winkle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 23 Year is the oldest expression in the Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve line, aged twenty-three years and bottled at 95.6 proof. It sits at the top of the tier, above the 15 and 20 Year, and is one of the longest-aged bourbons produced for the Van Winkle family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWas Pappy 23 distilled at Stitzel-Weller or Buffalo Trace?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIt depends on the vintage. Older releases were distilled at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, which closed in 1992 and is valued by collectors for its deep, earthy character; recent releases are Buffalo Trace distillate, since the Stitzel-Weller stock was depleted around 2014. 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INTRO \u0026 HERITAGE --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBlanton's Original Single Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e is the bourbon that created the modern single-barrel category. Released in 1984 as the final masterpiece of Master Distiller Elmer T. Lee, it was the first bourbon commercially marketed as a single-cask expression. Named for Colonel Albert B. Blanton, it honors the tradition of selecting the \"center cut\" of the rickhouse for the distillery’s most prestigious guests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (WAREHOUSE H \u0026 THE PROCESS) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse H Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eEvery bottle of Blanton's is sourced exclusively from Warehouse H, a metal-clad rickhouse favored for its aggressive temperature swings that accelerate maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill #2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buffalo Trace’s higher-rye recipe (est. 12-15%), providing a spicy, structured backbone to the corn-heavy sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because each bottle is drawn from a single barrel, every batch offers subtle nuances in oak, fruit, and spice intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Labeled:\u003c\/strong\u003e each label is individually inscribed with the barrel number, warehouse rick, and the specific bottling date for total transparency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enticing nutmeg, citrus peel, and vanilla. Deeper notes of honey, caramel, and corn develop with time, supported by a faint rye spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and velvety. Rich caramel and honey lead into a mid-palate of vanilla cream, gentle oak, and toasted nutmeg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium and clean. A sophisticated closing of sweet corn and spices concludes with a refined oak dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Industry Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eAs the historical reference point for the category, Blanton’s Original is benchmarked against elite single barrels like Elmer T. Lee. While Eagle Rare focuses on age, Blanton's focuses on the specific barrel’s character and the intense maturation of Warehouse H.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8a7b5a; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The definitive single barrel by which all others are measured.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Single Barrel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill #2 (High-Rye, Est. 12-15%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse H Exclusively\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e93 Proof \/ 46.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Minimum 6 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blanton's \"Horse and Jockey\" stoppers have generated a massive collecting subculture; there are eight distinct poses, each bearing a letter (B, L, A, N, T, O, N, S) that spell the brand name when collected in sequence. Despite expanded production, allocation remains extremely tight. Every bottle offered is verified for hand-label legibility and the integrity of the specific horse-and-jockey stopper. This is a foundational acquisition for any serious American whiskey portfolio and a mandatory inclusion for Buffalo Trace enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis bourbon is best enjoyed neat at room temperature in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 93-proof strength also tolerates a single large clear cube, which helps to accentuate the citrus and vanilla notes. While highly allocated, its high-rye recipe makes it a peerless choice for a premium \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eManhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45015375872034,"sku":null,"price":114.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/BLANTONScopy.jpg?v=1779835541"},{"product_id":"blantons-gold-edition-single-barrel-kentucky-straight-bourbon","title":"Blanton's Gold Edition Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 103 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Blanton's Gold: #d4af37 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #332b1a; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Gold Gradient *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1600 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #2a241a; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #2a241a; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8a7b5a; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 PRESTIGE --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBlanton's Gold Edition\u003c\/span\u003e is the sophisticated, higher-proof sibling of the world’s first single-barrel bourbon. Originally created exclusively for international markets, this 103-proof expression represents the \"connoisseur’s choice\" within the Buffalo Trace portfolio, offering an amplified structural depth that remains remarkably elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (WAREHOUSE H \u0026 MASH BILL #2) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse H Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eEvery bottle of Blanton's Gold is aged in the legendary metal-clad Warehouse H. The lack of insulation causes aggressive temperature swings, forcing the spirit deep into the oak for a faster, richer maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Rye Recipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilizes Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #2, providing a sharp, peppery counterpoint to the deep honey sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Barrel Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each bottle is hand-labeled with its specific barrel number, rick position, and bottling date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 103 Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e This 10-point proof increase over the Original Single Barrel provides a significantly more robust mid-palate and a longer, more resonant finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich tapestry of honey, rye spice, and dried fruit. Beneath the surface, notes of dark chocolate, tobacco, and citrus peel develop with air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and viscous. Caramel and apricot lead the entry, followed by a mid-palate of rich oak, toasted pecan, and warm baking spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, layered, and warming. A sophisticated closing note of toffee and cinnamon lingers alongside a refined oak dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Gold Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003ePositioned between the 93-proof Original and the intense Straight From The Barrel (SFTB), Gold Edition is prized for its balance. It offers the extra \"teeth\" that enthusiasts demand while maintaining the iconic, silk-smooth mouthfeel the brand is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8a7b5a; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The ultimate expression of balance and power in the Blanton's line.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Single Barrel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill #2 (High-Rye, Est. 12-15%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse H (Metal-Clad Rickhouse)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e103 Proof \/ 51.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-labeled barrel, date, and rick data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlanton's Gold Edition remains one of the most elusive allocated bottles in the United States. While it has been an international staple for decades, domestic releases remain tightly restricted. Collectors meticulously track the eight different horse-and-jockey stoppers to complete the full \"BLANTON'S\" set. Each bottle offered is verified for hand-label legibility, original gold foil integrity, and pristine gold-plated stopper condition. This is a high-priority acquisition for serious Buffalo Trace vertical collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eGold Edition is best appreciated neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e to register the citrus and tobacco nuances. If preferred, a single drop of limestone water will broaden the nose and soften the rye spice, bringing the caramel and apricot to the foreground. The 103-proof structure also makes it a peerless choice for a high-end \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45016736333858,"sku":null,"price":214.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/midnight-whiskey-blantons-gold-edition-single-barrel-bourbon-buffalo-trace.jpg?v=1778550072"},{"product_id":"blantons-takara-gold-edition-japanese-export-bourbon","title":"Blanton's Takara Gold Edition Single Barrel Bourbon — Japanese Export, 103 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to 1792\/Blanton's Signature Gold: #d4af37 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #332b1a; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Gold Gradient *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1600 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #2a241a; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #2a241a; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #8a7b5a; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBlanton's Takara Gold\u003c\/span\u003e is the ultra-rare Japanese-market equivalent of the Gold Edition, distributed exclusively by Takara Shuzo. While it shares the legendary Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #2 and maturation in the metal-clad Warehouse H, the Takara Gold is shrouded in bourbon lore regarding its extended aging and singular export-only aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE TAKARA EDGE) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe 8-Year Legend\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eTakara Gold is distinguished by a specific production agreement that separates it from its domestic American counterparts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Per Takara's historical requirements, these barrels are claimed to carry a minimum 8-year age (compared to the domestic 6-year baseline).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExport Aesthetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features the iconic red wax seal, Japanese script on the neck\/back labels, and a unique \"51 1\/2%\" ABV presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike many Japanese exports bottled at 700ml, Takara Gold maintains the 750ml volume consistent with the US Gold Edition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, bright cherry, and cinnamon. Air reveals buttercream, seasoned oak, and a sophisticated layer of dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and bold. Entry of vanilla and caramel evolves into a mid-palate of conditioned leather, licorice, and fennel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long. A resonant closing of cooked apple and orange marmalade with a persistent, refined oak grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Takara Tier\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Japanese export lineup—comprising Takara Red, Black, and Gold—the Gold is the undisputed apex. It sits as a 103-proof collector's masterpiece, offering more structural weight and spice than the lower-proof Red or Black expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8a7b5a; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The most sought-after export variant in the Blanton's world.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace, KY (Japanese Export)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistribution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTakara Shuzo, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill #2 (High-Rye, Est. 12-15%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Claim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum 8 Years (Source Level)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e103 Proof \/ 51.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Barrel; Hand-labeled Barrel\/Rick Data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignature Red Wax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTakara Gold is arguably the rarest \"modern\" Blanton's expression available in the US secondary market. Its value is driven primarily by its unique export label and the prestigious red wax seal. While trade experts debate the 8-year age claim in the face of modern production pressures, the Takara Gold remains a high-conviction target for vertical collectors. Every bottle offered is verified for the presence of the original gold presentation box, the integrity of the red wax, and the specific Japanese neck-label script. Provenance documentation is verified to ensure authenticity in this highly targeted category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the \"Takara\" profile, this should be enjoyed neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 103-proof strength allows the rye spice to assert itself more clearly than in standard Buffalo Trace bottlings. A single drop of limestone water can be added to unlock the secondary orange marmalade and licorice notes, broadening the mid-palate experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45017643483170,"sku":null,"price":444.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/blantons-takara-gold-japanese-export-single-barrel-bourbon-whiskey.jpg?v=1778550699"},{"product_id":"blantons-takara-red-japanese-export-bourbon","title":"Blanton's Takara Red Single Barrel Bourbon — Japanese Export, 93 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Label Crimson: #a80000 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #a80000; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d0a0a; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #a80000; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Deep Crimson Gradient *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a0000 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #2d0a0a; border-left: 4px solid #a80000; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #2d0a0a; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Gold to match Wax Seal *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #9a8b66; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 PROVENANCE --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBlanton's Takara Red\u003c\/span\u003e is the Japanese-market counterpart to the standard Original Single Barrel. Distributed exclusively by Takara Shuzo since 1990, this 93-proof expression utilizes the legendary Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #2 and maturation in Warehouse H, but with a specific export-only profile that has intrigued collectors for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE TAKARA DISTINCTION) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Takara Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eTakara Red is defined by subtle technical and aesthetic shifts that separate it from its domestic American siblings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 8-Year Claim:\u003c\/strong\u003e Historically, Takara releases are claimed to carry a minimum 8-year age requirement—two years beyond the standard domestic baseline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAesthetic Shifts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a premium gold wax seal, light brown label ink, and unique Japanese script on the neck label for market authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike most international exports, this maintains the 750ml bottle size, making it a perfect physical match for US collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, honey, and cherry cola. Vanilla and bright citrus peel develop with a soft layer of rye spice and seasoned oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and velvety. Entry of honey and orange peel leads to a mid-palate of cinnamon, vanilla, and gentle toasted grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium and clean. Returning notes of honey and citrus with a closing, refined oak dryness and lingering warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Export Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eTakara Red serves as the essential bridge between domestic availability and ultra-rare exports. While the liquid profile remains close to the Original, the gold wax and red-accented labeling make it a mandatory target for those building a complete vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #9a8b66; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The entry point to the prestigious Japanese-export Blanton's world.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace, KY (Takara Shuzo Export)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Single Barrel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill #2 (High-Rye, Est. 12-15%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Claim\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum 8 Years (Source Level)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e93 Proof \/ 46.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinguishing Marks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold Wax Seal; Japanese Script Labels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTakara Red represents a significant level of exclusivity for the serious collector. Pricing is driven by the rarity of the Japanese label and the gold wax aesthetic rather than massive departures in liquid character. Every bottle offered is verified for the integrity of the gold wax seal and the handwritten barrel data. This is a high-conviction acquisition for any collector seeking to move beyond the standard US retail lineup into the world of elite Buffalo Trace exports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eBest enjoyed neat at room temperature in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 93-proof strength also tolerates a single large clear cube, which accentuates the honey and cherry cola notes. A versatile sipper that honors the single-barrel tradition while offering a unique visual presence on the bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Blanton's Takara Red Japanese Export Bourbon\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Blantons_Takara_Red.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"Blanton's Takara Red: A 93-proof Japanese export with an 8-year age claim and gold wax seal. Features honey and citrus notes. 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INTRO \u0026 INTENSITY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBlanton's Straight From The Barrel (SFTB)\u003c\/span\u003e is the uncut, unfiltered, and unapologetic apex of the Blanton’s lineup. Sourced exclusively from the center-cut of Warehouse H, this expression skips traditional proof reduction and chill-filtration, delivering the spirit exactly as it matured within the charred oak—pure, viscous, and intensely complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE CASK STRENGTH DISTINCTION) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Unfiltered Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eUnlike the Original or Gold editions, SFTB is bottled at its natural barrel proof. This preserves the essential oils and esters that provide its legendary, heavy mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically ranging from 125 to 135+, the ABV is a direct reflection of the barrel’s individual evaporation history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse H:\u003c\/strong\u003e The metal-clad rickhouse forces the high-rye Mash Bill #2 deep into the wood, resulting in amplified butterscotch and resinous oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally an export-only gem, its 700ml bottle size is a hallmark of its global prestige and rarity in domestic markets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate, heavy caramel, and walnut. Deep layers of hazelnut and seasoned oak develop as the high proof opens with aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incredibly viscous and coating. Warm vanilla, toasted nut, and butterscotch lead into a mid-palate of honey and dense oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, resonant, and warming. Sophisticated layers of dark chocolate and dry spice linger for minutes after the final sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Portfolio Apex\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eSFTB sits atop the Blanton's hierarchy, offering the most \"structural\" experience in the portfolio. It is the target for those seeking the raw, barrel-proof intensity comparable to the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8a7b5a; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The ultimate expression of Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #2.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Cask Strength)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill #2 (High-Rye, Est. 12-15%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by Barrel (Typical 125–135 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Approx. 6–8 Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700 ml (International Standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eStraight From The Barrel carries the highest secondary market premium of any standard Blanton's release. Collectors often \"proof hunt\" for specific barrels hitting the 130+ range, which command the highest desirability. Because of its 700ml size and export origins, it is a distinct visual outlier in any domestic bourbon vertical. Every bottle offered is verified for the integrity of its heavy wax seal and hand-labeled barrel data. Provenance is strictly verified to ensure authenticity for this highly targeted single barrel category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis is a contemplative, high-proof bourbon that demands a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. While many enjoy the \"Kentucky hug\" of the full proof, a few drops of water will broaden the nose and allow the toasted nut and honey notes to emerge from beneath the initial heat. Not appropriate for cocktails; the raw finishing character is the entire focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Blanton's Straight From The Barrel Bourbon\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Blantons_SFTB.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"Blanton's Straight From The Barrel: The 130-proof apex of Warehouse H. Uncut and unfiltered with dark chocolate and walnut notes. 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INTRO \u0026 25TH ANNIVERSARY LINEAGE --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"color:#a6a9ac;\"\u003eEagle Rare 17 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e is the sophisticated cornerstone of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC). Released as part of the landmark 25th annual collection in Fall 2025, this vintage represents nearly two decades of maturation. Distilled in the spring of 2007, the 2025 release carries an actual age of 18 years and 4 months, offering a level of concentrated depth that defines the \"standard proof\" apex of the Antique Collection vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 89% EVAPORATION) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Angel's Share Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eDue to the extended 18-year maturation cycle in Buffalo Trace’s traditional warehouses, the 2025 release saw a monumental \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"color:#a6a9ac;\"\u003e89% evaporation loss\u003c\/span\u003e. The remaining spirit is a masterclass in concentration and structural balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric 101 Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e A continued nod to the original 1975 release, providing the optimal framework to carry eighteen years of oak extraction without the burn of cask strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe BTAC Anchor:\u003c\/strong\u003e The only expression in the annual five-bottle (now six-bottle) collection bottled at a controlled proof, prioritized for refined, undiluted sipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill #1 Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built on the same low-rye stocks as George T. Stagg, but elevated by the patience of a decadal aging cycle that emphasizes leather and cherry over raw grain spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#a6a9ac;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark tobacco, well-worn leather, and ripe cherry. A peppery edge and dark chocolate develop with time, underpinned by vanilla bean and dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied with elegant restraint. Supple leather and bright cherry transition into a mid-palate of rich caramel, tobacco leaf, toffee, and subtle pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and authoritative. A sophisticated closing of smooth, resonant oak and vanilla with a gentle echo of sweetness that never leans into harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#a6a9ac;\"\u003eThe 2025 Hierarchy\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThe 2025 ER17 sits in the upper echelon of recent BTAC vintages. While the George T. Stagg offers power, Eagle Rare 17 provides the refined, \"gentleman's\" profile that makes it the most accessible and sophisticated sipper of the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #a6a9ac; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece of evaporation and concentration, aged beyond its namesake.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Antique Collection)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActual Age\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 Years, 4 Months (Distilled Spring 2007)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e101 Proof \/ 50.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFall 2025 (25th Anniversary BTAC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEagle Rare 17 BTAC is a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors, consistently outperforming other Antique Collection expressions in year-to-year critical reliability. The 2025 release is particularly significant as part of the 25th Anniversary collection and features an actual age (18+ years) that rivals some of the most historic vintages of the 2010s. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the original BTAC presentation packaging. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure the highest standard for the secondary investment market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the leather and dark tobacco aromatics of this 18-year maturation, enjoy it \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The 101-proof delivery is perfectly calibrated to carry the fruit weight without water; however, a few drops of limestone water may be added to broaden the dark chocolate mid-palate. This is a contemplative spirit not intended for cocktail use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17 Year Old 2025 Antique Collection Bourbon\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EagleRare_17YR_2025.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"Eagle Rare 17 BTAC 2025: The 25th Anniversary release. 101-proof bourbon aged 18+ years with 89% evaporation. Features tobacco, leather \u0026 dark cherry. 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INTRO \u0026 THE BTAC LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eSazerac 18 Year Old 2025\u003c\/span\u003e is the chiseled elder statesman of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC). As the long-aged rye expression in the most consequential limited release program in American whiskey, the 2025 bottling represents a structural return to the elite quality established during the brand's legendary \"tanked\" era. Distilled in the spring of 2006 and 2007, this release has survived a rigorous 18-year maturation, emerging as a study in refined restraint and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE EVAPORATION DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe 2025 Sazerac 18 is defined by its extreme concentration and the structural shift from steel-tanked inventory to fresh barrel maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e77% Angel’s Share:\u003c\/strong\u003e A structurally significant evaporation rate that concentrated the spirit across Warehouses O, K, and L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built on a 51% rye mashbill that provides a softer, more integrated spice profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18-Year, 5-Month Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the longest aging windows in the current BTAC portfolio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Bottling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintained at a consistent 90 proof to emphasize elegance over raw power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged oak, rye spice, and leather. Developing layers of raisin, vanilla cake, and nutmeg emerge alongside fresh mint and citrus zest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lively and elegant. A front of plum and apricot transitions into mid-palate notes of cooling mint, tart green apple, and integrated baking spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long for 90 proof. A signature closing of tapering cinnamon sugar, aged leather, and a creeping vanilla sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eCollector Positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the ultra-aged rye category, Sazerac 18 sits at the refined, restrained end of the spectrum. It serves as a structural contrast to the high-proof intensity of Thomas H. Handy and is most directly comparable to Michter's 10 Year and Whistlepig 18.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of long-aged rye refinement.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (DSP-KY-113)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 Years, 5 Months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistilled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring 2006 \u0026amp; Spring 2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-Rye (~51% Rye, 39% Corn, 10% Malted Barley)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 Proof \/ 45% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Market\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$1,000 – $2,500+ (Approximate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Sazerac 18 is a high-conviction target for vertical collectors, especially given its resurgence in quality post-tanked era. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and original packaging. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability for any world-class collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound 18-year integration and the \"Antique Slate\" elegance, enjoy this rye \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. Water or ice is not recommended, as the 90-proof framework is already precision-balanced for immediate appreciation. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate, dried fruit, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45024638402594,"sku":"088004140045-25","price":1599.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/Saz18Front.jpg?v=1779906960"},{"product_id":"thomas-h-handy-sazerac-rye-2025-btac","title":"Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye 2025 Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey — Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, 6 Years 3 Months, 129.8 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Sazerac Crimson: #7b1113 | Cask Strength Copper: #b87333 | Antique Slate: #2f4f4f *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #b87333; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #7b1113; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #b87333; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the high-proof cask strength concentration *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #3a0d11 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #b87333; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #7b1113; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #b87333; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE BTAC LEGACY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye 2025\u003c\/span\u003e is the uncut, unfiltered barrel-proof rye anchor of the legendary Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC). Named in honor of the pioneering New Orleans bartender who first bottled the Sazerac cocktail in the 1890s, this expression is a structural study in power and precision. At 6 years and 3 months of age, it deliberately contrasts the long-aged Sazerac 18, delivering an aggressive, concentrated blast of uncut Kentucky terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE UNFILTERED DISTINCTION) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThomas H. Handy is defined by its massive barrel-proof architecture and a low-rye mashbill that balances spice with deep sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUncut \u0026amp; Unfiltered:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled straight from the barrel at a staggering 129.8 proof (64.9% ABV) for maximum textural concentration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built on Buffalo Trace's signature rye mashbill (~51% rye, 39% corn, 10% malted barley) for a rich, fruit-forward profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged precisely 6 years and 3 months in standard charred American oak to capture bright, vibrant botanical notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Chill Filtered:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retains all natural fatty acids and esters, resulting in a thick, mouth-coating viscosity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright rye spice and fresh mint lead, joined by lifted orange zest. Complex secondary notes of nutmeg, cinnamon, birch, and subtle rosemary develop remarkably cleanly despite the high proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and dense. Cooling mint and freshly cut grass arrive first, followed by a mid-palate of baking spices, tart green apple, and a prickle of white pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, and persistent. A signature closing of lingering rye spice, mint, and the peppery grain note characteristic of premium cask-strength young rye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#b87333;\"\u003eBTAC Positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the 2025 BTAC lineup—which includes the debut E.H. Taylor BiB and Eagle Rare 25—Handy sits as the youngest and highest-proof expression. It provides a deliberate, high-octane collector contrast against its older sibling, the Sazerac 18 Year Old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #b87333; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of American barrel-proof rye.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Frankfort, KY)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Rye Whiskey (Barrel Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection (2025)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 Years, 3 Months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-Rye (~51% Rye, 39% Corn, 10% Malted Barley)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e129.8 Proof \/ 64.9% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUncut \u0026amp; Non-Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThomas H. Handy is a high-conviction acquisition for advanced American whiskey collectors. As the most accessible yet arguably most intense pour of the BTAC fall release program, it commands a significant secondary market premium typically ranging from $1,000 to $2,500. Bottles offered here are verified for pristine label integrity and include original packaging. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound cask-strength density, enjoy this rye \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 129.8 proof tolerates substantial dilution; adding a few drops to a teaspoon of water broadens the nose and unlocks stunning, cognac-like dark fruit complexities. It performs peerlessly in a \u003cstrong\u003epremium Sazerac cocktail\u003c\/strong\u003e or Manhattan variant. Pairs exceptionally with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats, dark chocolate, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye 2025 (BTAC)\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Thomas_H_Handy_2025.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"The barrel-proof rye release from the 2025 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. 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The legendary 2016 installment stands out as a highly robust vintage, distilled in the spring of 2003 and matured for a precise 12 years and 7 months before being bottled completely uncut and unfiltered at a commanding 135.4 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheated Bourbon Mastery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet winter wheat completely takes the place of rye as the secondary grain variable to yield a smoother, rounder liquid profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Velocity Proof Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Presented entirely free of post-barrel water alteration or chill-filtration loops at an unmanipulated 135.4 proof (67.7% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Floor Rickhouse Dynamics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vatted from an exceptional seasonal cooperage lot rested across the third and sixth floors of Warehouses D, K, and L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAngel's Share Concentration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concluded its long decadal sleep after losing a massive 65.2% of its original liquid volume to natural evaporation patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e An aromatic, deep bouquet of ripe plum, stewed fig, rich caramelized vanilla, and seasoned rackhouse oak wood develops immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luxuriously thick and viscous; concentrated layers of dark stone fruit and rich vanilla bean paste emerge before the soft wheat softens the weight of the proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, and velvet-balanced; trailing trails of sweet dried fruit, toasted oak wood, and delicate vanillins linger cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eAs the solitary wheated bourbon variant in the collection, this expression trades traditional rye spice for an intensely fruit-forward, velvet elegance. The brand captured coveted \"Bourbon of the Year\" honors from Jim Murray's Whisky Bible during this cycle, positioning the 135.4-proof allocation as an ideal sidebar asset to compare against \u003ca href=\"\/products\/william-larue-weller-2018-btac\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe lower-proof 2018 William Larue Weller iteration\u003c\/a\u003e. It anchors the legacy allocation tier inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour complete whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e curated by \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Cask Strength)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Wheated Recipe (Corn, Wheat, Malted Barley)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo Age Statement; aged 12 Years, 7 Months (Distilled Spring 2003)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e135.4 Proof \/ 67.7% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompletely Uncut and Unfiltered (Barrel Proof Run)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse Sourcing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouses D, K, and L Asset Mappings (Floors 3 and 6)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvaporation Metrics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65.2% Total Batch Volume Evaporation Loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (Annual Fall Allocation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory Stamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSP-KY-113\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin Terroir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 2016 allocation arrives dressed under the line's traditional deep red closure wax sealing, detailed with a clear face panel displaying its cask-strength proof markers on the front display glass. Because independent storage elevations alter the wood concentration dynamics across separate seasons, this specific 135.4 baseline signature provides immediate provenance for vertical alignments. To map this landmark against the broader portfolio context, check out \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Buffalo Trace Antique Collection\u003c\/a\u003e archive index.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTo fully chart its deep stone fruit complexities and rich fig aromatics safely without masking the texture, taste this spirit completely neat at room temperature first. Because it presents full barrel velocity, introducing a few drops of pure water inside a tulip glass elegantly rounds out the intense oak layers and coaxes its characteristic wheated grain sweetness forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey draws its core character entirely from the distillery's prized wheated mash profile, substituting standard rye grain components for soft red winter wheat to construct an inherently sweeter distillate molecule. Double distilled through copper beer columns and doubler systems at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e, the liquid entries the wood at a traditional 114 entry proof. The select barrels chosen for this 2016 vatting run were matured for over twelve years on the third and sixth floors of Warehouses D, K, and L before being bottled free of water reduction under the corporate parameters of the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eVault Integrity \u0026amp; Sourcing Standards\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eEvery bottle handled by \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is procured strictly through authorized, verified allocation channels and passes rigorous physical seal and label inspection points before being logged into inventory. Shipments are handled via specialized, glass-rated container packaging and absolute age-verification checks; an adult signature (21+) is strictly mandatory upon delivery. Review our complete protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe checks each bottle goes through\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eVault preservation and concierge delivery\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ewhere our bottles come from\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is the 2016 William Larue Weller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 2016 \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Larue Weller\u003c\/strong\u003e comes in at 135.4 proof (67.7% ABV) — representing one of the stronger historical Weller allocation runs — bottled uncut and unfiltered at barrel strength. It is a wheated bourbon distilled in the spring of 2003 and aged 12 years and 7 months. Because it is bottled straight from the barrel, the proof is set entirely by natural environmental parameters rather than standard water dilution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is William Larue Weller compared to Pappy Van Winkle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBoth are premium wheated bourbons — using soft wheat in place of rye as the secondary grain variable — and both share the ancestral grain lineage that \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Larue Weller\u003c\/strong\u003e helped popularize in the 19th century. The primary distinction is the bottling format: \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Larue Weller\u003c\/strong\u003e is presented at full barrel strength (135.4 proof in 2016), whereas the Pappy Van Winkle portfolio is proofed down with water. Within the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac\u003c\/strong\u003e portfolio, it functions as the Antique Collection's wheated standard, separate from rye-recipe options like George T. 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Weller Full Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Wheated, 114 Proof Original Entry Strength","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Weller Blue: #003366 | Barrel Amber: #cb6d21 | Wheated Gold: #d4af37 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #003366; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the barrel-entry proof concentration *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #001a33 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #d4af37; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #003366; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #d4af37; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE BARREL-ENTRY LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eW.L. Weller Full Proof\u003c\/span\u003e is a structurally distinctive bottling within the Buffalo Trace wheated bourbon portfolio. It is bottled at the original barrel entry proof of 114—the exact strength at which the spirit entered the cask prior to maturation. This production specification preserves the structural concentration intended by the original distilling team, bypassing the dilution found in standard bottling-strength conventions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE PRODUCTION INTEGRITY) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eW.L. Weller Full Proof is defined by its avoidance of chill filtration and its focus on historical barrel-entry specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Entry Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 114 proof to preserve the structural density intended at the start of aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheated Mashbill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilizes the same Buffalo Trace wheated recipe found in the Van Winkle and Antique 107 lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Chill Filtered:\u003c\/strong\u003e A structural feature that allows the high-proof spirit to retain essential textures and concentrated character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrategic Positioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acts as the bridge between the accessible Weller Antique 107 and the cask-strength William Larue Weller BTAC tier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and integrated wheat sweetness. Developing layers of dark fruit, baking spice, and oak char emerge alongside leather and soft tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied with substantial textural concentration. A front of wheat-derived sweetness transitions into mid-palate notes of dark chocolate, baking spice, and developed tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long. A signature closing of lingering oak, soft baking spice, and a complex spice-and-wheat note characteristic of high-proof wheated bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eLaunched in 2019, Full Proof provides a structured intermediate point between standard Weller releases and ultra-premium cask-strength rarities. It serves as a high-octane alternative to comparators like Maker's Mark Cellar Aged or Larceny Barrel Proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that preserves the absolute integrity of the original barrel-entry profile.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Frankfort, KY)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated Kentucky Straight Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal Barrel Entry Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (Typically 7+ Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e114 Proof \/ 57% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRP Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$50 – $70 (Allocation-Controlled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 114 proof Full Proof bottling is a high-conviction target for collectors interested in barrel-entry-proof specifications. Since its 2019 debut, it has remained a heavily allocated permanent addition to the Weller lineup. Secondary market valuation typically ranges between $300 and $500 depending on regional availability. Bottles offered here include intact original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound textural concentration, enjoy this bourbon \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. Adding a few drops of water broadens the nose and unlocks additional fruit complexity. Its 114 proof strength performs exceptionally in \u003cstrong\u003epremium cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the elevated proof carries through dilution. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats, dark chocolate, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45024664191010,"sku":null,"price":174.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/Weller_Full_Proof_Pack_Shot.jpg?v=1779916876"},{"product_id":"eagle-rare-double-eagle-very-rare-20-year-2025-release","title":"Eagle Rare Double Eagle Very Rare 20-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — 2025 Release, 101 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Sterling Silver: #C0C0C0 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #C0C0C0; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a2b4a; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #C0C0C0; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Midnight Navy to Black Gradient representing the 20-year maturation *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #001A33 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #1a2b4a; border-left: 4px solid #C0C0C0; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #1a2b4a; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Platinum Silver *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #111; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #E5E4E2; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 DECADAL SYMBOLISM --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eDouble Eagle Very Rare (2025 Release)\u003c\/span\u003e represents the absolute apex of the Eagle Rare brand's decadal maturation. As the fourth installment in this hyper-limited series, the 2025 bottling continues the legacy of aging for twice the duration of the standard 10-year-old expression. Housed in an illuminated, silver-accented \"automated reveal\" presentation box, it remains one of the most visually and technically profound spirits in the Sazerac portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 101 PROOF LEGACY) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Legacy Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eMatured for a full 20 years, the 2025 release maintains the bold \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003e101-proof\u003c\/span\u003e framework—a technical homage to the original 1975 Eagle Rare debut that optimizes flavor carry for hyper-aged Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled Aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resting in Buffalo Trace’s most prized rickhouses, these barrels have achieved monumental oak depth without the astringency typically found at two decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill #1 Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shares the low-rye DNA of George T. Stagg and Eagle Rare 17, but refined by an even longer slumber on the distillery's lower floors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-Blown Crystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each decanter features twin sculpted glass eagles—one perched as a ceremonial stopper and another glass-blown inside the heart of the bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, toasted oak, and vanilla. Ripe dark fruit, orange zest, and polished leather develop with air, alongside chocolate and dried cherry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky and remarkably refined. Deep red fruit and grape jam lead into mid-palate notes of dark baking chocolate, creamy caramel, and smoked oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long. A signature closing of lingering pecan pie and oak spice with a persistent vanilla note that resonates for several minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Eagle Hierarchy\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eDouble Eagle Very Rare sits as the annual apex of the brand, positioned between the BTAC Eagle Rare 17 and the ultra-rare 25-Year expression. It is the definitive choice for collectors seeking a yearly vertical of decadal maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #E5E4E2; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural benchmark that redefines the elegance of 20-year Kentucky bourbon.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Ultra-Aged)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e101 Proof \/ 50.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025 (Fourth Global Release)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml Individually Numbered Crystal Decanter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 2025 Double Eagle Very Rare is a mandatory acquisition for high-tier vertical collectors. With production limited to a few hundred decanters globally, its scarcity far exceeds that of the standard Antique Collection. This release marks the second year of the series' transition to the historic 101-proof point, a feature that has significantly driven secondary market demand. Every bottle offered here includes the original silver presentation box with automated reveal mechanics, a certificate of authenticity, and the ceremonial glass stopper. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure the highest standard for luxury investment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo properly experience the technical clarity of this 20-year maturation, enjoy it \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The 101-proof delivery is expertly integrated with the mid-palate dark chocolate notes, requiring no dilution. While it maintains its structure over a single large clear cube, we recommend avoiding ice to preserve the delicate pecan and leather aromatics. This is a rare, contemplative spirit not intended for cocktail use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Double Eagle Very Rare 20 Year Old Bourbon (2025 Release)\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Double_Eagle_Very_Rare_2025.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"Double Eagle Very Rare 2025: A 20-year-old masterpiece in crystal decanters. Features 101-proof intensity, red fruit \u0026 smoked oak. 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INTRO \u0026 THE SILVER ANNIVERSARY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eEagle Rare 25 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e is the undisputed crown jewel of the Buffalo Trace portfolio and the first commercial release from the distillery’s $20 million experimental aging facility. Known as the \"Silver Anniversary\" release to mark its quarter-century maturity, this historic bottling represents the first successful test of Warehouse P—a climate-controlled \"room within a room\" designed to break the traditional 20-year ceiling of Kentucky bourbon maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE WAREHOUSE P BREAKTHROUGH) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Warehouse P Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eBy precisely controlling temperature, humidity, and airflow, Warehouse P allowed Buffalo Trace to age this spirit for 25 years without the over-extracted dryness that typically ruins hyper-aged bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInaugural Science:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first bottling from a program testing the absolute limits of spirit-wood interaction over two and a half decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encased in hand-hammered sterling silver wings with a hand-blown crystal decanter featuring a sculpted eagle sealed inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e101 Proof Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e A return to the 1975 proof point, allowing the complex cherry and chocolate notes to carry with technical precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense cherry, seasoned oak, and dark chocolate. Secondary layers of icing drizzle, butterscotch, and vanilla cream develop with air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and extraordinarily integrated. Vanilla and dark fruit transition into a mid-palate of floral and herbal delicacy, evolving with a Scotch-like nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely long and persistent. A signature closing of rickhouse floor, baking spice, and black pepper that resonates for several minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Absolute Apex\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eEagle Rare 25 sits above the Double Eagle Very Rare 20 as the most limited and technically advanced bourbon in the Sazerac hierarchy. It is the definitive study in the long-term potential of Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #405060; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that redefines the 'impossible' 25-year Kentucky age statement.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Warehouse P Experimental)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Years (Silver Anniversary)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAging Facility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse P (Controlled Environment)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e101 Proof \/ 50.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrystal Decanter w\/ Sterling Silver Wings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEagle Rare 25 is a category-defining acquisition with a global production run of approximately 200 bottles. As the inaugural release from the Warehouse P program, its historical significance to the Buffalo Trace legacy cannot be overstated. Each unit is a triumph of industrial design, featuring a custom display box with automated reveal mechanics. Bottles offered here are individually numbered and include the original certificate of authenticity and sterling silver wing casing. Provenance is strictly authenticated for this high-value asset, which currently represents the apex of the global secondary market for American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the delicacy and multi-minute finish produced by the Warehouse P environment, this bourbon should be enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat at room temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e in a crystal Glencairn. Water is strictly not recommended; the 101-proof delivery is perfectly calibrated with the 25-year-old fruit profile and provides the optimal carry for the intense dark chocolate and cherry notes. 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Taylor, Jr. Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a historic milestone as the newest member of the \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique Collection—its first portfolio expansion since 2006. Debuting for the collection's 25th anniversary, this momentous 2025 release was distilled in the spring of 2010, matured for an exceptional 15 years and 4 months, and bottled at a precise 100 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Portfolio Expansion:\u003c\/strong\u003e The absolute first new Antique Collection expression since Thomas H. Handy joined the lineup in 2006.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrict Bottled-in-Bond Act Standards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered from a single distillation season (Spring 2010) at a single distillery, and bottled at exactly 100 proof (50% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-Aged Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured thoroughly within charred white oak for 15 years and 4 months, vastly exceeding the four-year federally bonded minimum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Bourbon Platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled from the property's benchmark \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1 template.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant and inviting; warm strings of vanilla, seasoned oak wood, charred undertones, and a drizzle of rich autumn maple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow and perfectly balanced; refined sweetness and intricate baking spices are woven gracefully through gentle white oak tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sophisticated and lingering; seasoned oak and vanilla give way to a soft caramel texture with a subtle hint of dark cherry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eE.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond operates as the marquee story of the 2025 release cycle: introduced specifically for the 25th anniversary to honor the Colonel who championed the 1897 Bottled-in-Bond Act. At exactly 100 proof and carrying over 15 years of age, it anchors \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe expanded Antique Collection tier at Midnight Whiskey\u003c\/a\u003e, standing proudly beside the two other historic Mash Bill #1 bourbons: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2025\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe extra-aged Eagle Rare 17\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/george-t-stagg-2025\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe cask-strength George T. Stagg\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e (Bottled-in-Bond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye Core Platform)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 Years, 4 Months (Distilled Spring 2010)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50.0% ABV (Federal Bonded Standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond (Single Season, Single Distillery)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (25th Anniversary Debut)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory Stamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSP-KY-113\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin Terroir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis expression represents a monumental milestone in American whiskey history: the first new Antique Collection addition in nearly two decades. Crafted as a Bottled-in-Bond bourbon—the precise standard that Colonel E.H. Taylor fought to establish—it was distilled in the spring of 2010 and aged for 15 years and 4 months, making it remarkably old for a bonded release. Bearing the Colonel's signature and the collection's prestige, this inaugural 2025 debut is a landmark release essential for completists and vault curation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAt a precise 100 proof, this bourbon is highly approachable completely neat. Serving it in a traditional Glencairn or tulip glass focuses the deep vanilla and seasoned oak structures beautifully. For those preferring a slightly softer texture, introducing a singular drop of water gently opens the maple and baking spice characteristics for an exceptional slow-sipping experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eE.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond is distilled meticulously from \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e's low-rye Mash Bill #1, the identical recipe architecture utilized across the broader E.H. Taylor portfolio line. Bottled-in-Bond dictates that the whiskey must be the exclusive product of one distillation season (in this case, Spring 2010) at a single distillery, aged at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottled at exactly 100 proof. At 15 years and 4 months in the wood, this specific 2025 release vastly exceeds that federal four-year minimum, making it a notably mature and complex bonded asset under the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eVault Integrity \u0026amp; Sourcing Standards\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eEvery bottle handled by \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is procured strictly through authorized, verified allocation channels and passes rigorous physical seal and label inspection points before being logged into inventory. Shipments are handled via specialized, glass-rated container packaging and absolute age-verification checks; an adult signature (21+) is strictly mandatory upon delivery. Review our complete protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour verified authentication workflow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the 2025 E.H. Taylor special in the Antique Collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIt is the first new expression added to the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection since Thomas H. Handy joined the lineup in 2006, debuting specifically for the collection's 25th anniversary. Operating as a strict Bottled-in-Bond bourbon distilled in spring 2010 and aged 15 years and 4 months, it officially honors Colonel E.H. Taylor, who championed the original 1897 Bottled-in-Bond Act. It is bottled at exactly 100 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Bottled-in-Bond mean for the 2025 E.H. Taylor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBottled-in-Bond is a strict US federal legal standard indicating the whiskey must be the product of one distillation season at a single distillery, aged at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and bottled at exactly 100 proof. The 2025 E.H. 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HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 12-YEAR DISTINCTION) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Decadal Plus Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eDefined by a 12-year minimum maturation and a calibrated 95-proof delivery, this expression captures a richer, more maple-forward evolution of the Mash Bill #1 recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Batch Strategy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the 10-year, Eagle Rare 12 is a small-batch blend, meticulously selected by the Buffalo Trace tasting team for profile uniformity across every release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Proof:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV), providing a technical structural advantage over the standard 10-year without the intensity of the Barrel Proof series.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern Landmark:\u003c\/strong\u003e The first permanent age-stated addition to the Eagle Rare lineup in over a decade, representing the \"New Era\" of Sazerac availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#a6a9ac;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet oak, almond, and cherry-vanilla. Deep layers of maple syrup, chestnut, and brown sugar develop with air, balanced by seasoned oak and red apple skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied. Oaky caramel and maraschino cherry transition into mid-palate notes of barrel-aged maple, vanilla bean, and red grape candy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and warming. A sophisticated closing of lingering oak and toffee with a soft, persistent spice oil resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#a6a9ac;\"\u003ePortfolio Context\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eEagle Rare 12 sits as the \"Professional\" sipper of the vertical, positioned precisely between the standard 10-year and the BTAC 17. It offers the most competitive value-to-age ratio in the current Buffalo Trace lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #a6a9ac; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that redefines the 12-year age-stated category.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Small-Batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years Minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 Proof \/ 47.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent Addition (Launched 2025)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Eagle Rare 12 is a foundational asset for vertical collectors, representing the first \"new era\" release from the expanded Buffalo Trace site. While it is a permanent addition, first-year supply (2025-2026) is strictly allocated as the distillery scales production. Collectors should note the specific 95-proof bottling—a unique point in the Eagle Rare hierarchy that provides a drier, more oak-forward character than the 10-year. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and authenticated through our strict provenance standards. This is a mandatory cornerstone for the modern American whiskey vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the maple and cherry-vanilla aromatics, enjoy this 12-year expression \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 95-proof delivery holds up exceptionally well over a single large clear cube for an evolving experience. Its structural weight also makes it the premier choice for a \u003cstrong\u003eLuxury Manhattan\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the additional oak depth cuts cleanly through vermouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EagleRare_12YR.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"Eagle Rare 12 Year: A permanent 95-proof expression launched in 2025. Features a 12-year minimum age with notes of sweet oak, cherry \u0026 maple. 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INTRO \u0026 THE HIGH-RYE LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eRock Hill Farms Single Barrel\u003c\/span\u003e is one of Buffalo Trace's most distinctive single-barrel expressions, known for its spicy character and ornate decanter design. Produced since the 1980s, it shares the celebrated high-rye \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eMash Bill #2\u003c\/span\u003e with legends like Blanton’s and Elmer T. Lee. This expression represents a more aromatic and structured pivot from the distillery's standard corn-driven offerings, presented at a robust 100 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE MASH BILL #2 DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eRock Hill Farms is defined by its use of the high-rye Mash Bill #2, creating a spicier profile than the corn-heavy Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Rye Framework:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features significantly more rye than Mash Bill #1 (Eagle Rare, EH Taylor) for added aromatic complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsistent Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at a steady 100 proof (50% ABV) to provide a structured textural experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Barrel Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each bottle is drawn from an individual barrel, resulting in unique variations in color and flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrnate Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Housed in a signature cut-glass decanter that distinguishes it visually within the Buffalo Trace portfolio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and integrated oak. Developing layers of dark fruit, baking spice, and high-rye aromatic complexity emerge with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied. A front of caramel and vanilla transitions into high-rye spice, baking spice, and gentle oak tannins through the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long. A signature closing of lingering caramel, soft rye spice, and integrated wood character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eRock Hill Farms sits alongside Elmer T. Lee (90 proof) and Blanton's (95 proof) as the senior high-proof anchor of the Mash Bill #2 lineup. It delivers complexity comparable to Blanton's Gold but at an often more accessible price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of Buffalo Trace's high-rye single-barrel selection.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Frankfort, KY)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Single Barrel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill #2 (High-Rye recipe)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrnate cut-glass decanter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability for Rock Hill Farms has been significantly constrained since 2018, making it a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors of Buffalo Trace single barrels. The decanter format provides significant visual appeal for home bars. Every bottle offered here includes the intact original cut-glass packaging. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound spice integration and the \"High-Rye Amber\" depth, enjoy this whiskey \u003cstrong\u003eneat or over a single large clear ice cube\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its 100-proof framework ensures it carries structural weight through premium \u003cstrong\u003eManhattans or Old Fashioneds\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the rye spice reads cleanly against bitters. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats, dark chocolate, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45051664793634,"sku":null,"price":389.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/image_998d60bb-91d7-4ac4-9b67-c6711c192a07.jpg?v=1779906803"},{"product_id":"eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-13","title":"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 13, 127.3 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #BF9310;   \/* gold-yellow foil — signature master palette *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #C24A12;   \/* amber liquid\/label — signature master palette *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #140F0C;   \/* deep brown-black — signature master palette *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:38%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TL;DR (speakable, GEO) --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eColonel \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof Batch 13 is the 2024 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 127.3 proof (63.65% ABV) — the thirteenth in the line. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon, it is rich and cherry-forward, with candied cherry, raisin, blackberry, and fig over cedar and oak, and reviewers place it between \u003cstrong\u003eStagg Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGeorge T. Stagg\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because the 2021 and 2025 releases also bottled at 127.3, the laser code (L24) — read off the glass, not the label — fixes it to 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUncut and unfiltered barrel proof structural density tracking at 127.3 proof (63.65% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe official thirteenth master iteration of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eVisibly rich and intensely cherry-forward, delivering massive dark dessert weight across the palate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBrings precise layers of candied cherry, jammy raisin, blackberry, and sticky fig over spicy cedar and seasoned white oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eWhile the 127.3 proof point marks a historic triplet shared with Batch 10 and Batch 16, the physical L24 laser code confirms this as the true 2024 allocation. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e (DSP-KY-113).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SENSORY + STRATEGIC GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Opulent candied cherry, sticky dark raisin, cooked blackberry, and fig newtons open the glass, framed by clove, ground allspice, cedar chest, and heavy seasoned oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e High viscosity and remarkably dense; thick waves of guava jelly, peach preserves, and dark stone fruits melt into sweet vanilla bean paste, dark chocolate, pink peppercorn, and cardamom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monumental and beautifully warming, retaining a persistent maraschino cherry sweetness balanced perfectly against barrel char, leather, and rye-driven baking spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eBatch 13 anchors an excellent sweet spot within the distillery's cask-strength landscape, praised for delivering a vibrant fruit density that holds its own between the younger profiles of legacy \u003cstrong\u003eStagg Jr.\u003c\/strong\u003e expressions and the deeply oaked parameters of \u003cstrong\u003eGeorge T. Stagg\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because its 127.3 proof baseline acts as a chemical twin to alternative releases, verifying the glass etching is crucial. It directly follows \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-12\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 12, the high-proof 2023 release\u003c\/a\u003e. Explore the broader timeline inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe wider E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e (DSP-KY-113), \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127.3 proof · 63.65% ABV (Barrel Strength Cask Run)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch Hierarchy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 13 (No printed numerical index; L24 laser code explicitly isolates the 2024 release cycle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye Core Platform \u0026lt; 10% Rye)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (Non-Age-Stated; harvested from select casks matured an estimated 7–10 years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompletely Uncut · Non-Chill-Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease History\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 13 — 2024 Master Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcclaimed for its rich, cherry-forward framework; stands as a historic 127.3 proof-triplet entry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin Terroir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBecause standard signature yellow labels preserve historic 19th-century aesthetics without displaying batch numerals, authentication of Batch 13 relies completely on auditing the glass matrix. Look for the distinct 127.3 proof index on the face combined with an \"L24\" laser stamp line near the lower baseline to separate this vintage from neighboring release profiles. Every bottle includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube. Protect asset status by cellaring upright inside a dark vault shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eDrawn from the same low-rye mash platform celebrated for its deep complexity, Batch 13 spent up to a decade resting inside the brick-and-wood confines of the producer's century-old warehouse network (including the legendary Warehouse C, constructed in 1881). Filled straight to glass completely uncut and un-watered, it retains all natural wood vanillins and essential corn oils responsible for its unctuous, syrupy weight on the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery bottle offered through \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is sourced exclusively via verified allocation paths, vault-preserved under optimal temperature baselines, and meticulously verified for seal integrity before dispatch. Shipments are packaged in heavily protective single-bottle container cartons and require an age-verified 21+ adult signature at delivery. Review our standards via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe genuineness check on each bottle\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ecareful keeping and shipping\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003evetting a listing before it goes up\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat proof is E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 13?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBatch 13 is bottled at 127.3 proof (63.65% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, from 2024. The label prints no batch number, so the proof would identify it — except 127.3 recurs, so the laser code (L24) settles it on 2024. The figure reflects the barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eHow do you tell E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 13 from the 2021 and 2025 batches?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eThree releases share the 127.3 proof — the 2021 Batch 10, this 2024 Batch 13, and a 2025 bottling — so the proof alone won't separate them. The laser code near the base of the bottle does: the first characters give the bottling year, and Batch 13 reads L24 for 2024 (the 2021 release reads L21, the 2025 bottling L25). It's the kind of overlap that's only resolved by reading the etched code, not the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Product\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-13#product\",\n      \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 13\",\n      \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-13.jpg\",\n      \"description\": \"E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 HISTORICAL CONTEXT --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Old Fashioned Sour Mash\u003c\/span\u003e is a technical resurrection of the late-1800s distilling methods pioneered by Taylor himself. Released in 2012, this expression was born from the collective memory of Buffalo Trace retirees, who documented a multi-day natural souring process—a method largely abandoned by the industry over a century ago in favor of modern continuous sour-mashing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE NATURAL SOUR MASH) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Natural Souring Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eUnlike the industrialized \"backset\" method used in nearly all modern bourbons, this 2002-distilled release allowed the mash to sour naturally over several days before distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Process:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reconstructs a labor-intensive, pre-industrial fermentation cycle that produces a remarkably bright and floral profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged for 10 years and Bottled-in-Bond at 100 proof, meeting the strict standards Taylor himself championed in 1897.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the earliest and most elusive limited editions in the modern E.H. Taylor lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral and exceptionally fresh. Layers of honey, freshly baked bread, and orchard fruit develop alongside notes of leather and baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied. Honey on toast and vanilla lead into a clean, lightly mineral mid-palate that avoids the heavy extraction of modern methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium and clean. Lingering notes of leather and a closing soft spice note wrap up a profile defined by aromatic delicacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Rarity Tier\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eSour Mash occupies the highest echelon of Taylor collecting, frequently compared to the 2011 Warehouse C Tornado Surviving. It is a process-driven experiment that proved historical methods could produce a superior aromatic clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural and spiritual tribute to 19th-century Kentucky craftsmanship.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Natural Sour Mash)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Years (Distilled 2002 \/ Bottled 2012)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesignation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled-in-Bond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Release (2012)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Old Fashioned Sour Mash is among the rarest modern Buffalo Trace releases. As an early 2012 issue, its production volume was significantly smaller than later Taylor limited editions like Four Grain or Amaranth. For the serious collector, it represents a mandatory cornerstone of the Taylor portfolio, valued for its historical conceptualization and its technical departure from Mash Bill #1 norms. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and original presentation packaging. Provenance documentation is provided to ensure total transparency for this high-value asset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo preserve the delicate floral top notes produced by the natural sour-mash process, this bourbon is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. We advise against dilution; even a few drops of water can significantly shift the aromatic orchard fruit and bread character. At this price point and rarity, it is designed solely for contemplative sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Seasoned Wood Kentucky Straight Bourbon — Wheated, 100 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #3d2b1f; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Deep Amber to Tobacco Brown Gradient *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a120b 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #3d2b1f; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Wheat Gold *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #c2a370; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n  \u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE WHEATED HOOK --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Seasoned Wood\u003c\/span\u003e is a profound outlier in the Buffalo Trace catalog. Released in 2016 as a one-time limited edition, it is the only Taylor expression built on the legendary \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eW-1 wheated recipe\u003c\/span\u003e—the same DNA found in W.L. Weller and Pappy Van Winkle. This Bottled-in-Bond masterpiece explores the chemical synergy between three distinct stave seasoning techniques and the delicate, buttery nature of wheated bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE TRIPLE SEASONING METHOD) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Seasoning Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAged for well over a decade, the barrels for this release utilized a complex wood program designed to extract a broader spectrum of flavor compounds than standard maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnzyme \u0026amp; Kiln Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staves were immersed in an enzyme-rich water bath and kiln-dried to precision humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutdoor Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dual-seasoning approach incorporating staves aged outdoors for both six and twelve months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheated Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft, honeyed character of the W-1 mash bill acts as a canvas for the variable tannins released by this experimental wood program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel and dried fruit. Almond, citrus, and clove develop with time, underpinned by notes of soft butter and lightly toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied. Front-palate caramel and butterscotch lead into almond, citrus zest, and a sophisticated mid-palate of oak tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and exceptionally balanced. Characterized by lingering caramel and a sophisticated, closing dry oak note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Pappy Counterpart\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eSeasoned Wood is frequently considered the softer, more aromatic counterpart to the previous year's Cured Oak. By utilizing the wheated recipe, it provides a rare bridge between the E.H. Taylor and Weller lineages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #c2a370; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"The only Taylor release to carry the 'W-1' wheated pedigree.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Wheated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace W-1 (Corn, Wheat, Malted Barley)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12+ Years (NAS Release)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood Program\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriple-Seasoned Staves (Enzyme\/Kiln\/Outdoor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Edition (Feb 2016)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSeasoned Wood is a high-conviction target for Buffalo Trace enthusiasts primarily because it is the only \"Wheated Taylor\" in existence. Its rarity is compounded by the 2016 production date and the fact that it shares the same wooden crate format as the legendary Cured Oak. Vertical collectors prioritize this bottle to complete the \"experimental wood\" triad alongside Four Grain and Amaranth. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature vintage-label canister and wooden presentation box where specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis historic wheated bourbon is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The complex stave seasoning and delicate honeyed base are most legible without dilution. Due to its status as a one-time vintage release with Pappy-adjacent DNA, it is designed for slow, contemplative appreciation rather than cocktail use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Seasoned Wood Wheated Bourbon\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Seasoned_Wood.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"Taylor Seasoned Wood: The only wheated E.H. Taylor release. 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond using W-1 'Pappy' recipe and triple-seasoned staves. Rare 2016 edition.\",\n  \"brand\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n    \"name\": \"E.H. 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INTRO \u0026 ARCHITECTURAL LEGACY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Warehouse C\u003c\/span\u003e is a commemorative limited release that honors the brick-and-limestone heart of the Buffalo Trace Distillery. Constructed by Taylor in 1881, Warehouse C is the central thread of the brand’s identity. This expression is a technical celebration of the specific microclimate Taylor engineered over a century ago, utilizing an east-west orientation and iron-beam construction to create the perfect temperature gradient for maturing Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 1881 WAREHOUSE) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Environmental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhile Warehouse C matures most of the Taylor portfolio, this specific bottling isolates the warehouse's character, focusing on the concentration and depth achieved within its historic walls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArchitectural Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commemorates Taylor’s 1881 \"O.F.C.\" era engineering, designed to maximize spirit-wood interaction through natural airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets the 1897 standards—distilled in a single season, at one distillery, and matured for a minimum of 9 years at 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinct from \"Tornado\":\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the 2011 Tornado Surviving release, this bottling represents the warehouse's peak performance under ideal, controlled conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and heavily toasted oak. Dried fruit, brown sugar, and baking spice develop alongside sophisticated layers of leather and tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied. Entry of caramel and vanilla transitions into a mid-palate of dried fruit, gentle spice, and tobacco—showcasing the balanced weight of Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and resonant. Persistent oak and lingering vanilla conclude with a closing baking spice note characteristic of elite, well-aged Buffalo Trace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Collector Tier\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003ePositioned above the core line, the Warehouse C release is a \"warehouse-specific\" study. It sits alongside the Cured Oak and 18 Year Marriage as a foundational limited edition that defines the technical boundaries of the Taylor portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #7f8c8d; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural tribute to the building that defines the Taylor profile.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. 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COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor Warehouse C is a mandatory acquisition for vertical collectors. While the Small Batch and Single Barrel are synonymous with this warehouse, the 2021 commemorative release is a distinct, one-time bottling that focuses purely on the maturation environment. It is frequently targeted alongside the 2011 Tornado Surviving release as a \"bookend\" to the Warehouse C story. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes the original ochre-yellow display tube. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure the highest standard for the secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. 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Taylor, Jr. Warehouse C Tornado Surviving Kentucky Straight Bourbon","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Updated to Taylor Ochre: #d9a441 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #2d3748; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #d9a441; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box with Storm Slate to Black Gradient representing the 2006 Tornado Exposure *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #2d3748 0%, #000 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #4a5568; border-left: 4px solid #d9a441; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.03); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #2d3748; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Weathered Stone *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #a0aec0; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 NARRATIVE SURVIVAL --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Warehouse C Tornado Surviving\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most narratively legendary spirits in bourbon history. Born from the aftermath of an April 2, 2006 tornado that tore through Buffalo Trace’s Frankfort property, this release commemorates 100 barrels that survived direct exposure to the Kentucky elements. For months, these barrels sat on the top two rows of the 1881-built Warehouse C, exposed to torrential rain and the blistering summer sun, resulting in an unparalleled concentration of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE ELEMENTAL EXPOSURE) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eSelected from the barrels that received the most direct climate exposure during the warehouse repair, this 2011 release features an accelerated maturation profile that cannot be replicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnmediated Aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The absence of the warehouse roof forced deep spirit-wood interaction, creating a density and color far beyond its 9-12 year age range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMash Bill Distinction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike the standard Taylor line, the Tornado Surviving release utilizes the rye-heavy \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #2\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinite Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e A singular vatting of only 100 barrels—representing the \"salvage\" of one of Kentucky's most historic aging structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep citrus and spicy rye. Fragrant oak notes are layered with dried fig, clove, and brown sugar, underpinned by leather and faint smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and intensely concentrated. Jam-like fruit and crème brûlée transition into bold rye spice, oak tannin, and rich vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and resonant. Closing notes of toasted nuts and butterscotch with a sophisticated, weather-tempered touch of smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Salvage Narrative\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eTornado Surviving is often compared to Glenfiddich’s \u003ci\u003eSnow Phoenix\u003c\/i\u003e—a rare category of \"salvage releases\" where natural disaster dictates the maturation logic. It is widely considered the most narratively distinct bourbon of the 21st century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #a0aec0; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A technical masterpiece born from elemental chaos.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon (Tornado Exposed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 Years, 8 Months to 11 Years, 11 Months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Proof \/ 50% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #2 (Rye-Heavy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Release (2011)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrictly Limited (Blend of 100 Barrels)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Tornado\" is the undisputed \"unicorn\" of the Colonel E.H. Taylor portfolio. As one of the two inaugural limited editions from 2011, its scarcity is absolute. The combination of the finite 100-barrel outturn, the use of the rye-heavy Mash Bill #2, and the historic \"tornado damaged\" provenance drives the highest secondary market premiums in the Taylor lineup. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes the original display tube. This is a foundational asset for any blue-chip American whiskey collection, representing a unique intersection of history, meteorology, and master-distilling salvage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eThis historic salvage release is best enjoyed \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. The concentration gained from elemental exposure is most legible at full proof; however, a few drops of limestone water will broaden the jam-like fruit and spicy rye character. Due to its status as a piece of meteorological history, it is not appropriate for cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buffalo Trace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45368448712738,"sku":null,"price":7999.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/midnight-whiskey-eh-taylor-warehouse-c-tornado-surviving-bourbon_4_0771d5a1-2f31-4ca6-95b7-04aed7670561.jpg?v=1779840224"},{"product_id":"eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-16","title":"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 16, 127.3 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #BF9310;   \/* gold-yellow foil — signature master palette *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #C24A12;   \/* amber liquid\/label — signature master palette *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #140F0C;   \/* deep brown-black — signature master palette *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:38%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TL;DR (speakable, GEO) --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eColonel \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof Batch 16 is the 127.3-proof bottling of the 2025 release, uncut and unfiltered at 63.65% ABV — the third of three proofs issued that year, after the 127.2 (Batch 14) and the 127.4 (Batch 15). Collectors and retailers label the 127.3 \"Batch 16\" — a market convention rather than an official number. Because 127.3 also belongs to the 2024 and 2021 releases, the L25 laser code is what dates this one to 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUncut and unfiltered barrel proof structural density tracking at 127.3 proof (63.65% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eNumbered \"Batch 16\" by collectors and retailers — a prominent market convention for the 127.3 bottling, not an official factory number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe third proof configuration of the 2025 release timeline, trailing the official 127.2 and 127.4 iterations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBecause the 127.3 proof marker recurs historically, the specialized L25 glass laser code is required to separate it from older vintages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eForged from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e (DSP-KY-113) with an approximate maturation window of seven to ten years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SENSORY + STRATEGIC GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooked dark berries and rich caramel with a slightly floral lift, trailing into toasted marshmallow, rich molasses, and a faint hint of cooling menthol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold, full-bodied, and highly spice-forward; layers of toasty vanilla cream, dried fruit compote, salted caramel, and cracked black pepper over a dense oak core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, and deeply satisfying, echoing a powerful rye character, seasoned oak spice, and lingering dark sugars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eBatch 16 represents the highly sought-after 127.3 proof iteration of an incredibly complex 2025 bottling loop where three non-standard proofs trickled into small-batch allocations. Because this proof point hits a historic recurring sweet spot for the line, auditing the physical glass laser code is paramount to verify true vintage authenticity. It follows seamlessly after \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-15\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 127.4 proof Batch 15 variant\u003c\/a\u003e. Cross-examine alternative allocations inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe complete E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e (DSP-KY-113), \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127.3 proof · 63.65% ABV (Barrel Strength Cask Run)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch Hierarchy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 16 (Market designation for the 127.3 proof 2025 variant; L25 glass stamp verifies year)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye Core Platform)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (Non-Age-Stated; matured an estimated 7–10 years in historic brick warehouses)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompletely Uncut · Non-Chill-Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease History\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 16 — 2025 Special Variant Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe third variant proof issued for the 2025 release cycle; highly prized by vertical completists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin Terroir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBecause standard signature yellow labels preserve historic 19th-century aesthetics without displaying batch numerals, authentication of Batch 16 relies completely on auditing the glass matrix. Look for the distinct 127.3 proof index on the face combined with an \"L25\" laser stamp line to separate this vintage from its 2024 (L24) and 2021 historical proof-twins. Protect asset status by cellaring upright inside a dark vault shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eDrawn from the same low-rye mash platform celebrated for its deep complexity, Batch 16 spent up to a decade resting inside the brick-and-wood confines of the producer's century-old warehouse network. Filled straight to glass completely uncut and un-watered, it retains all natural wood vanillins and essential corn oils responsible for its unctuous, syrupy weight on the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e bottle sold through \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is sourced as an authorized, authentic retailer, vault-stored and insured, shipped with protective handling and age-verified 21-and-over signature on delivery, and authenticated by our concierge before it ships. For the details, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we authenticate each bottle\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault and concierge service\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour published sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat proof is E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 16?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIt is 127.3 proof (63.65% ABV), uncut and unfiltered — the 127.3 variant of the 2025 release, which collectors and retailers number \"Batch 16.\" The label shows no batch number, so the proof plus the L25 (2025) laser code identify it. 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The whiskey was distilled in 1989 at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery, aged there and then at Buffalo Trace until 2014, when it was moved into stainless steel to hold the profile, and bottled in 2017. After twenty-five years the oak leads, but it stays balanced rather than bitter: deep mahogany in the glass, with oak, caramel, vanilla, leather, and dark fruit, and a long finish of oak and sweet caramel. Only 710 decanters were made, each numbered and silver-stoppered in a wooden case built from used barrel staves. It sits above the entire Pappy tier and is the scarcest bottling the family produces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe oldest Van Winkle expression ever released — above the entire Pappy tier (15, 20, 23).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAged 25 years and bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV); a 2017 release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDistilled in 1989 at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery; aging halted in stainless steel in 2014.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOak-forward but balanced — deep mahogany, with caramel, vanilla, leather, and dark fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA wheated bourbon (wheat replaces rye), the same recipe as Weller. 710 decanters made; 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep oak, caramel, and vanilla with dried fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak-forward but balanced — caramel and vanilla hold against the wood, with leather and dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, with oak and sweet caramel. Balanced for its age — the 2014 move to steel kept it from over-oaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe oldest Van Winkle ever released, one age step above \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pappy-van-winkle-23-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 23-year Pappy just below it in age\u003c\/a\u003e, and a bookend to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 10-year bottling that shares the Old Rip Van Winkle name\u003c\/a\u003e. For the full range, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour other aged bourbons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle (Van Winkle family) — 25 Year, the oldest expression ever released\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer \/ Bottler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReleased by Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery; bottled by Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistilled 1989 at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery; bottled 2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — wheated (\"Handmade Bourbon\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheated (wheat replaces rye); exact ratio not published, est. ~16% wheat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 proof (50% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 years (stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~25 years in new charred American oak (Stitzel-Weller 1989–2002, Buffalo Trace 2002–2014); held in steel from 2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep mahogany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVessel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand-engraved Glencairn crystal decanter, numbered, silver stopper; barrel-stave wooden case; signed certificate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e710 decanters (from 11 barrels)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThis is the oldest whiskey the Van Winkle family has ever bottled, and its story is unusually precise for a bourbon this scarce. The liquid was distilled in 1989 at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery, aged there until the family moved production to Buffalo Trace in 2002, and held in barrel until 2014 — at which point it was transferred to stainless steel to stop the clock and protect the flavor before being bottled in 2017. Eleven barrels yielded just 710 decanters, each one a hand-engraved Glencairn crystal vessel, individually numbered, finished with a silver stopper, and boxed in a case built from used barrel staves with a signed certificate. It is the scarcest of all the family's bottlings; the 2017 release price has been left far behind by the secondary market. For a serious collection it is a genuinely collectible centerpiece — the top of the Van Winkle range, a full two years older than the Pappy 23.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eA whiskey this old and this scarce belongs in a Glencairn, neat, with time to breathe — the caramel and vanilla need a few minutes to come up through the oak. A single drop of water can round the wood without dulling it. Ice is best avoided; the cold flattens the layered oak and dark fruit that twenty-five years built. More than most bottles, this is one to pour rarely and with intent, never to mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eThe 25 Year is built on the Van Winkle wheated mash bill, with wheat in place of rye alongside corn and malted barley; the exact ratio is not published, but estimates cluster around 16% wheat. It is the same recipe that makes Weller. The barrels were distilled in the spring and fall of 1989 at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Shively, Kentucky, and aged on the lower levels there until 2002, when the family moved production to Buffalo Trace; they continued on the lower floors of Buffalo Trace's brick warehouses through 2014. To keep a whiskey this old from tipping into bitterness, the team transferred it to stainless steel tanks in 2014, halting the aging, and bottled it in 2017 at 100 proof. Eleven barrels yielded 710 hand-engraved crystal decanters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat is the oldest Van Winkle bourbon?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Old Rip Van Winkle 25 Year is the oldest expression ever released under the Van Winkle name, older than the Pappy 23. It was distilled in 1989, aged twenty-five years, and bottled in 2017 at 100 proof in a hand-engraved crystal decanter. Only 710 were produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWhere was the Old Rip Van Winkle 25 Year distilled?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIt was distilled in 1989 at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Louisville, aged there until 2002, then moved to Buffalo Trace and aged until 2014, when it was transferred to stainless steel to halt the aging. It was bottled in 2017. 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It is bottled uncut and unfiltered at 126.5 proof (63.25% ABV), follows the distillery's low-rye Mash Bill #1, and is aged in new charred American oak with no official age statement (reported at roughly 8 to 9 years). Deep mahogany in the glass, it leans into oak, spice, and dark fruit: caramelized brown sugar, dark cherry, and molasses give way to heavy oak, dark chocolate, black cherry, and espresso, with a long, hot finish of oak tannins, dark fruit, and peppered heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe first of Buffalo Trace's four 2025 batches — and the fiery, high-heat one of the run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUncut and unfiltered at 126.5 proof (63.25% ABV), straight from the barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1, aged in new charred American oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eNo official age statement; reported at roughly 8 to 9 years. Deep mahogany color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOak-, spice-, and dark-fruit-forward, leaning into Stagg's signature heat. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramelized brown sugar, dark cherry, and molasses, with charred vanilla and a hint of cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy oak, dark chocolate, black cherry, and espresso, with baking spice and roasted nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and hot — oak tannins, dark fruit, and peppered heat. Dense and concentrated at barrel strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe fiery first of the 2025 run, ahead of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-25b\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 25B, the next release in the 2025 run\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-25d\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 25D, the last of the 2025 batches\u003c\/a\u003e. For more high-proof bourbon, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe wider bourbon selection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac) — Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStagg (Stagg Jr. 2013–2021; renamed Stagg from Batch 18, 2022)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 25A — first of the 2025 batches (the fiery one)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — barrel proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e126.5 proof (63.25% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUncut \u0026amp; unfiltered (non-chill-filtered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred American oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone official — reported at ~8–9 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep mahogany with crimson\/amber highlights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllocated release (small batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eStagg began as Stagg Jr. in 2013 and dropped the \"Jr.\" with Batch 18 in 2022; Buffalo Trace now issues two to three batches a year, each marked by the two-digit year plus a letter. Batch 25A opened the 2025 run, and it is the one drinkers describe as the fiery, high-heat release — the batch where Stagg's signature intensity is most pronounced. With 25A on the shelf, the full 2025 set (25A through 25D) is complete, which is part of what makes the opening batch worth holding for anyone collecting the run in order. It is released in limited, allocated quantities, and it is worth remembering this is the Stagg line, not the once-a-year George T. Stagg of the Antique Collection. As the first and hottest entry of the year, 25A is a natural anchor for a batch-by-batch, collectible vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePour it neat in a Glencairn and let it rest for a few minutes; at 126.5 proof this is the hot one, so a few drops of water go a long way toward opening the caramel and dark cherry and softening the heat. A large ice cube works for a slower pour, but give it a chance neat first — the oak and espresso depth show best with just a little water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBatch 25A is built on Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1, the distillery's low-rye recipe (exact grain percentages are not published). The whiskey is aged in new charred American oak and reported at roughly 8 to 9 years, with no official age statement, then bottled uncut at 126.5 proof (63.25% ABV) and non-chill-filtered. Keeping the natural barrel oils and esters is what gives the batch its dense texture and concentrated flavor — and, at this strength, its pronounced heat. Within the 2025 run, 25A is the high-heat opener: oak, spice, and dark fruit are pushed to the front, and the proof is felt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat makes Stagg Batch 25A different?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBatch 25A is the first of Buffalo Trace's four 2025 batches and the one reviewers single out as the fiery, high-heat release of the run. It is bottled uncut and unfiltered at 126.5 proof (63.25% ABV), with a deep mahogany color and an oak-, spice-, and dark-fruit-forward profile that leans into Stagg's signature heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eHow should I drink Stagg Batch 25A?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAt 126.5 proof it drinks hot, so most people start it neat in a Glencairn and let it rest, then add a few drops of water to open the caramel and dark cherry and tame the heat. 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It is the second of the four 2025 batches, follows the distillery's low-rye Mash Bill #1, and is aged in new charred American oak with no official age statement (reported at roughly 8 to 9 years). Rather than leading with fruit, 25B leans into oak, char, chocolate, and leather: vanilla cream, black cherry, and brown sugar give way to dark caramel, roasted pecan, cocoa, and cigar-box oak, with a long, warming finish of charred oak, black pepper, and leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e126.9 proof (63.45% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, straight from the barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe second of Buffalo Trace's four 2025 batches — sitting between 25C (125.6) and 25D (129.2) on strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1, aged in new charred American oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eNo official age statement; matured for nearly a decade (about 8 to 9 years).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA classic, oak-and-leather expression rather than a fruit-forward one. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla cream, black cherry, and brown sugar, with a hint of leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark caramel, roasted pecan, cocoa, and cigar-box oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming — charred oak, black pepper, and leather. Thick and full-bodied at barrel strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe classic, mid-run batch of 2025, just before \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-25c\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 25C, the lower-proof batch that followed it\u003c\/a\u003e, and a step below \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-25d\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe year-ending Batch 25D\u003c\/a\u003e on proof. For the wider category, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003emore from our bourbon range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac) — Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStagg (Stagg Jr. 2013–2021; renamed Stagg from Batch 18, 2022)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 25B — second of the 2025 batches (~28th release overall)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — barrel proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e126.9 proof (63.45% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUncut \u0026amp; unfiltered (non-chill-filtered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred American oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone official — reported at ~8–9 years (\"nearly a decade\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllocated release (small batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eStagg began as Stagg Jr. in 2013 and dropped the \"Jr.\" with Batch 18 in 2022; Buffalo Trace now issues two to three batches a year, each marked by the two-digit year plus a letter. Batch 25B is the second of the 2025 run and, by Breaking Bourbon's count, lands around the line's 28th release overall — a useful marker of how established this bourbon has become. Where some batches push their fruit notes forward, 25B is the classic one: oak, char, chocolate, and leather, with the roasted-pecan and cigar-box character that long-time drinkers associate with the label. It is released in limited, allocated quantities, and it is worth remembering this is the Stagg line, not the once-a-year George T. Stagg of the Antique Collection. For anyone working through the run batch by batch, the mid-proof 25B is a steady, collectible reference point between its siblings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePour it neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass to read the full profile; at 126.9 proof, one large ice cube softens it, and a few drops of water open the aroma. Because 25B leans savory and oak-forward, it stands up well next to rich food — smoked brisket, aged Gouda, or a square of dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBatch 25B is built on Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1, the distillery's low-rye recipe also used for George T. Stagg (exact grain percentages are not published). The whiskey is aged in new charred American oak for nearly a decade — roughly 8 to 9 years — with no official age statement, then bottled uncut at 126.9 proof (63.45% ABV) and non-chill-filtered. Keeping the natural barrel oils and esters is what gives the batch its dense, full-bodied texture and its concentrated oak, cocoa, and leather character. The reviewer consensus is that 25B is a \"classic\" expression of the line: true to the established profile rather than chasing an unusual flavor angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat does Stagg Batch 25B taste like?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBatch 25B is a classic-leaning Stagg: vanilla cream, black cherry, and brown sugar on the nose, then dark caramel, roasted pecan, cocoa, and cigar-box oak, with a long, warming finish of charred oak, black pepper, and leather. It is bottled uncut and unfiltered at 126.9 proof (63.45% ABV), so it drinks hot and dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWhere does Batch 25B sit in the 2025 Stagg releases?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIt is the second of Buffalo Trace's four 2025 batches (25A through 25D) and, by Breaking Bourbon's count, about the 28th release in the Stagg line since 2013. 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It is the third of the 2025 batches (a winter 2025 release), follows the distillery's low-rye Mash Bill #1, and is aged in new charred American oak with no official age statement (the barrels are reported at roughly 8 to 9 years). The profile is rich but composed: caramel, dark chocolate, and molasses, with roasted nuts, dark cherry and fig, and a long, warming finish of oak, cocoa, and tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e125.6 proof (62.8% ABV) — lower than 25D (129.2) and 26A (129.3), and the more balanced batch of the run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUncut and unfiltered, straight from the barrel; the third of Buffalo Trace's four 2025 batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1, aged in new charred American oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eNo official age statement; the barrels are reported at about 8 to 9 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe younger, barrel-proof sibling to George T. Stagg — not the Antique Collection bottling. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich caramel, dark chocolate, molasses, and toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown sugar and roasted nuts, vanilla, and dark fruit — black cherry and fig — with peppery cinnamon spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming — seasoned oak, dark chocolate, and tobacco. Full-bodied, but more composed than the higher-proof batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe balanced, lower-proof entry of the run, and the release just before \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-25d\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 25D, the higher-proof release that closed out 2025\u003c\/a\u003e. The series then carried into \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-26a\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Spring 2026 follow-up, Batch 26A\u003c\/a\u003e. For more from the category, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour other Buffalo Trace bourbons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac) — Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStagg (Stagg Jr. 2013–2021; renamed Stagg from Batch 18, 2022)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 25C — third of the 2025 batches (Winter 2025)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — barrel proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125.6 proof (62.8% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUncut \u0026amp; unfiltered (non-chill-filtered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred American oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone official — barrels reported at ~8–9 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllocated release (small batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eStagg began as Stagg Jr. in 2013 and dropped the \"Jr.\" with Batch 18 in 2022; Buffalo Trace now issues two to three batches a year, each marked by the two-digit year plus a letter, and each varies in proof and profile. Batch 25C is the third of the 2025 run, and the outlier on strength: at 125.6 proof it sits well below its 129-plus-proof siblings, which is why it is often called the \"Goldilocks\" batch — rich and deep, but more composed. It is released in limited, allocated quantities, and it is worth remembering that this is the Stagg line, not the once-a-year George T. Stagg of the Antique Collection. For anyone tracking Stagg batch by batch, the lower-proof 25C is a useful, collectible point of comparison against the hotter releases around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePour it neat in a Glencairn and give it a minute to open; a few drops of water draw out the caramel and dark fruit. Because 25C runs lower in proof than its siblings, it is the more forgiving of the recent batches to drink neat, and it also holds up well in a bourbon-forward Old Fashioned if you would rather build a cocktail around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBatch 25C is built on Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1, the distillery's low-rye recipe also used for George T. Stagg and Eagle Rare (exact grain percentages are not published — and note this is a low-rye, not a high-rye, mash bill). The whiskey is aged in new charred American oak and reported at roughly 8 to 9 years; it carries no official age statement. It is bottled uncut at 125.6 proof (62.8% ABV) and non-chill-filtered, so the natural barrel oils and esters remain. The lower bottling strength relative to the other recent batches is what gives 25C its more balanced, composed character while keeping the concentrated caramel, dark-chocolate, and dark-fruit depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eHow does Stagg Batch 25C compare to other batches?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBatch 25C is bottled at 125.6 proof (62.8% ABV) — lower than several recent Stagg batches — which makes it one of the more balanced, approachable entries in the series while keeping the line's barrel-proof depth. It is the third of Buffalo Trace's four 2025 batches (25A through 25D), released in winter 2025, and like the rest it is uncut and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eIs Stagg the same as George T. Stagg?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eNo. Stagg is Buffalo Trace's younger, barrel-proof bourbon — formerly called Stagg Jr. — and is not part of the Antique Collection. George T. Stagg is the older, roughly 15-year bottling released once a year in that collection. The two share Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1, but Stagg is younger and comes out in several batches a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Product\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-batch-25c#product\",\n      \"name\": \"Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 25C\",\n      \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/[PLACEHOLDER_IMAGE_PATH]\/stagg-batch-25c.jpg\",\n      \"description\": \"Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 25C is a barrel-proof bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 125.6 proof (62.8% ABV) in 750 mL. 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It follows the distillery's low-rye Mash Bill #1, is aged in new charred American oak with no official age statement (the barrels are reported at roughly 8 to 9 years), and runs darker than the year's earlier batches: dark cherry and toffee over molasses and dark chocolate, with a long, warming finish of seasoned oak and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe fourth and final batch of Buffalo Trace's 2025 Stagg calendar — a late-2025 release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eUncut and unfiltered at 129.2 proof (64.6% ABV), straight from the barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1, aged in new charred American oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eNo official age statement; the barrels are reported at about 8 to 9 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA darker, more brooding batch — dark chocolate, molasses, and seasoned oak rather than bright fruit. 750 mL.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramelized sugar, vanilla, and toasted oak char.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark cherry and toffee over molasses and dark chocolate, with peppery spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and warming — seasoned oak, cocoa, and baking spice. A thick, full-bodied texture from the barrel-proof strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe final 2025 Stagg, and the release directly before \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-26a\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 26A, the Spring 2026 release that followed it\u003c\/a\u003e. For the older, higher-age sibling there is George T. Stagg; for another Buffalo Trace pour, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2025\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eEagle Rare's 17-year bottling, also on Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour other barrel-proof bourbons\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac) — Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStagg (Stagg Jr. 2013–2021; renamed Stagg from Batch 18, 2022)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 25D — final 2025 release (late 2025)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — barrel proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e129.2 proof (64.6% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUncut \u0026amp; unfiltered (non-chill-filtered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCooperage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew charred American oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone official — barrels reported at ~8–9 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllocated release (small batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eStagg began as Stagg Jr. in 2013 and dropped the \"Jr.\" with Batch 18 in 2022; the liquid did not change, only the name. Buffalo Trace now issues two to three batches a year, each identified by the two-digit year plus a letter, and each varies in proof and character. Batch 25D is the fourth and final entry of 2025 — the year-end release, bottled uncut at 129.2 proof. Where the year's earlier batches leaned brighter and fruitier, 25D is the brooding one: dark chocolate, molasses, and seasoned oak. As an allocated, year-closing batch in a numbered series, it is a natural collectible for anyone tracking Stagg vertically, batch by batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePour it neat in a Glencairn and give it a minute. At 129.2 proof it runs hot and dense, so a few drops of water open the aroma and tame the heat, drawing out the toffee and dark fruit. A large cube works for a slower pour, but this is built to be taken close to neat by experienced bourbon drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBatch 25D is built on Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1, the distillery's low-rye recipe also used for George T. Stagg and Eagle Rare (exact grain percentages are not published — and note that this is a low-rye, not a high-rye, mash bill). The whiskey is aged in new charred American oak and reported at roughly 8 to 9 years in the distillery's Kentucky rickhouses; it carries no official age statement. It is bottled uncut at 129.2 proof (64.6% ABV) and non-chill-filtered, so the natural barrel oils and esters stay in the bottle, which is what gives the batch its thick, chewy texture and concentrated dark-fruit and molasses character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat is Stagg Batch 25D, and when was it released?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBatch 25D is the fourth and final 2025 release of Stagg, Buffalo Trace's barrel-proof bourbon, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 129.2 proof (64.6% ABV) in a 750 mL bottle. It arrived in late 2025 as a limited, allocated release; Buffalo Trace issues two to three Stagg batches a year, named by the two-digit year plus a letter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWhat is the mash bill, and how old is the whiskey?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eStagg uses Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1 — the same recipe behind George T. Stagg and Eagle Rare — though the distillery does not publish exact grain percentages. There is no official age statement; the barrels for Batch 25D are reported at roughly 8 to 9 years, matured in new charred American oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Product\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-batch-25d#product\",\n      \"name\": \"Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 25D\",\n      \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/[PLACEHOLDER_IMAGE_PATH]\/stagg-batch-25d.jpg\",\n      \"description\": \"Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 25D is the final 2025 batch from Buffalo Trace Distillery, a barrel-proof bourbon bottled uncut and unfiltered at 129.2 proof (64.6% ABV) in 750 mL. 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It uses the distillery's low-rye Mash Bill #1, carries no official age statement — the barrels are reported at roughly 8 to 9 years — and is a Spring 2026 release. Expect chocolate and brown sugar, then dark cherry, caramel, and vanilla, followed by clove, baking spice, and charred oak with a long, warming finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAn uncut, unfiltered, barrel-proof bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery — 129.3 proof (64.65% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eKentucky straight bourbon on the low-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eNo official age statement; the barrels are reported at about 8 to 9 years in the distillery's Kentucky rickhouses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBatch 26A — a Spring 2026 release; Buffalo Trace issues two to three Stagg batches a year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e750 mL; non-chill-filtered, so the natural barrel oils and esters stay in the bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chocolate and brown sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark cherry — the signature Stagg cherry — with caramel and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clove, baking spice, and charred oak; long and warming. A dense mouthfeel from the high proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eStagg is the younger, barrel-proof counterpart to the roughly 15-year George T. Stagg. For a closely related pour, see \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2025\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 17-year Eagle Rare, another Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe rest of our bourbon shelf\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (Sazerac) — Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand \/ Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStagg (formerly Stagg Jr., since 2013)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 26A — Spring 2026 release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — barrel proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e129.3 proof (64.65% ABV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUncut \u0026amp; unfiltered (non-chill-filtered)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-rye Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone official — barrels reported at ~8–9 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Kentucky rickhouses (humid mid-floor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllocated release (small batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Kentucky)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eStagg began life as Stagg Jr. in 2013 and is the younger sibling of George T. Stagg, the roughly 15-year bottling in Buffalo Trace's Antique Collection. Both share the distillery's low-rye Mash Bill #1; the difference is age and release rhythm. Where George T. Stagg arrives once a year, Stagg is issued in two to three batches annually, each identified by the two-digit year plus a letter — so Batch 26A is the first of the 2026 run, bottled uncut at 129.3 proof. It is not diluted to a standard strength, and it is not chill-filtered, which is why the texture is so dense and the dark-cherry note so concentrated. As an allocated Buffalo Trace release, each batch is a finite, collectible pour that batch-to-batch comparisons are built around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003ePour it neat in a whiskey glass and give it a few minutes to open. At 129.3 proof it rewards patience: a few drops of water soften the heat and bring out more of the sweetness, fruit, and spice. A large ice cube works for a slower pour, but this is built to be taken close to neat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBatch 26A is built on Buffalo Trace's Mash Bill #1, a low-rye recipe shared with the flagship Buffalo Trace bourbon (the distillery does not publish exact grain percentages). The barrels are reported at roughly 8 to 9 years, matured in the historic Kentucky rickhouses; time on the warmer, more humid middle floors pulls heavy vanillins and concentrates the spirit. It is bottled uncut at 129.3 proof (64.65% ABV) and non-chill-filtered, so the natural barrel oils and esters remain. There is no official age statement on the label. The bottle itself is thick, wide-shouldered glass with the clean \"STAGG\" antler artwork and a deep amber liquid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMidnight Whiskey is an authorized retailer; every bottle is sold in its original packaging and inspected before it ships. Orders are double-boxed with protective padding and dispatched with temperature-aware handling. Delivery requires an adult signature: the recipient must be 21 or older and present valid government-issued photo ID. For how we verify and grade what we sell, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e; for white-glove acquisition and storage, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Vault Concierge\u003c\/a\u003e; and for how we source and vet listings, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial sourcing standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat is Stagg Batch 26A?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIt is a barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 129.3 proof (64.65% ABV) in a 750 mL bottle. Stagg is released in small batches a few times a year; Batch 26A is a Spring 2026 release and a limited, allocated bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eHow old is Stagg bourbon and what is the mash bill?\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eStagg carries no official age statement; for Batch 26A the barrels are reported at roughly 8 to 9 years, matured in Buffalo Trace's Kentucky rickhouses. It uses the distillery's low-rye Mash Bill #1, the same recipe behind Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace, and Stagg is the younger, barrel-proof counterpart to the older George T. 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The line dropped the \"Jr.\" from \"Stagg Jr.\" around 2021. Buffalo Trace publishes neither a recipe nor an age for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe 24B label states 127.8 proof (63.9% ABV), barrel proof and unfiltered — bottled from the barrel with no water added and no chill-filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe Fall 2024 release — the second Stagg batch of the year, following the Summer 24A bottling and ahead of the Winter 24C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDistilled and bottled by Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, Kentucky; its regulatory mark is DSP-KY-113, and the distillery — once the George T. Stagg Distillery — belongs to Sazerac.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eBuilt on Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1; the corn, rye, and barley split is not released.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eSold without an age statement; vendors put maturation near a decade, though the bottle states no age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toffee and cocoa up front, with a honey-graham sweetness and ripe stone fruit; clove and oak sit behind. At 127.8 proof there is clear barrel heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gingerbread and dark chocolate lead, with cinnamon, ripe stone fruit, and a grilled-pineapple edge over firm oak and a little leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warming and fairly even, closing on sweet baking spice and charred oak, with the strength folded in rather than sharp. Water draws the fruit forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eStagg is Buffalo Trace's standing barrel-proof bourbon, released in lettered batches through the year rather than as the annual George T. Stagg. 24B is the Fall 2024 batch at 127.8 proof; because strength tracks the barrel, the figure shifts each release. Compare it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-24c\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe winter Batch 24C that followed it\u003c\/a\u003e at 128.9 proof, or see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe rest of our Kentucky bourbon shelf\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (DSP-KY-113), Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127.8 proof · 63.9% ABV (barrel proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace low-rye Mash Bill #1 — exact grain % not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (non-age-stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfiltered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 24B — Fall 2024 (second 2024 batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95rem; margin-bottom:15px;\"\u003eBuyers track Stagg by batch because each is a one-time, barrel-strength run; the code on the lower label fixes which release a bottle is. 24B is the Fall 2024 entry in the 2024 sequence — between the summer 24A and the winter 24C — bottled at 127.8 proof under the post-2021 \"Stagg\" label. Store it upright and away from light, with the seal intact, to hold condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95rem; margin-bottom:25px;\"\u003ePour a small measure and take it neat first to read the barrel strength, then loosen it with a little water or ice to bring up the toffee and fruit. Room temperature serves it best; chilling tightens the oak. It also stands up well as the base of a stirred, spirit-forward cocktail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuffalo Trace distills and ages Stagg in Frankfort, Kentucky on its low-rye Mash Bill #1 — the recipe family behind George T. Stagg, with the grain percentages unpublished. What sets the bottling apart is the lack of intervention: it is barrel proof, bottled from the barrel without dilution, so 24B reads 127.8; and it is unfiltered, skipping the chill-filtration that would strip oils and body. The release is non-age-stated — vendors estimate close to a decade in oak, but no age appears on the 24B label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMidnight Whiskey sells only bottles sourced through authorized U.S. distribution; each is checked for fill level, seal, and label integrity before it ships. Orders are packed in protective single-bottle cartons and released to adults only — delivery requires an adult 21-or-over signature. For more on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe checks each bottle passes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we store and protect inventory\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe sourcing standards behind each listing\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Stagg Batch 24B?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eBatch 24B is bottled at 127.8 proof — that's 63.9% ABV — and it is unfiltered, exactly as the 24B label shows. \"Barrel proof\" means the bourbon goes into the bottle at the strength it came out of the barrel, with nothing added to hit a round number, which is why each batch reads differently. The Fall 2024 24B comes in just below the winter 24C, which is 128.9 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen was Stagg Batch 24B released?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBatch 24B is the Fall 2024 release — the second of Stagg's 2024 batches, following the Summer 24A bottling and ahead of the Winter 24C. Stagg comes out in lettered batches rather than on a fixed annual schedule, and each is a separate barrel-proof run identified by the code on the label. Buffalo Trace does not attach an age statement or publish the mash-bill percentages for these releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Product\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-batch-24b#product\",\n      \"name\": \"Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 24B\",\n      \"image\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/stagg-batch-24b.jpg\",\n      \"description\": \"Stagg Batch 24B is a barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 63.9% ABV (127.8 proof).\",\n      \"sku\": \"[PLACEHOLDER_SKU]\",\n      \"mpn\": \"[PLACEHOLDER_MPN]\",\n      \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Buffalo Trace\" },\n      \"category\": \"Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\",\n      \"offers\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n        \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-batch-24b#offer\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-batch-24b\",\n        \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n        \"price\": \"[PLACEHOLDER_PRICE]\",\n        \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n        \"itemCondition\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/NewCondition\",\n        \"seller\": { \"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Midnight Whiskey\" }\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-batch-24b#breadcrumb\",\n      \"itemListElement\": [\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\" },\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Whiskey\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/whiskey\" },\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Stagg Batch 24B\" }\n      ]\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/stagg-batch-24b#faq\",\n      \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"What proof is Stagg Batch 24B?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Batch 24B is bottled at 127.8 proof - that's 63.9% ABV - and it is unfiltered, exactly as the 24B label shows. 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The line dropped \"Jr.\" from \"Stagg Jr.\" around 2021, and Buffalo Trace publishes no recipe or age for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e127.6 proof and 63.8% ABV on the 24A label — barrel strength, with no water cut in and no chill-filtration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe inaugural 2024 batch — Stagg's first release of the year, out in Summer 2024, ahead of the fall 24B and winter 24C variants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eFrom Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, Kentucky (regulatory mark DSP-KY-113), the distillery once named for George T. Stagg and now owned by Sazerac.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eOn Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1; the corn\/rye\/barley percentages are not published.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eNo age statement on the bottle — which, for a straight bourbon, means at least four years in oak; reviewers estimate closer to seven-to-nine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e An earthy barrel funk opens it, with dry orchard fruit — pear, apricot, peach — and a pound-cake sweetness behind. Trade reviewers read this batch as lighter and spicier than a classic Stagg profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charred oak and bittersweet chocolate lead, with nutmeg, espresso, and a dry-fruit edge over leather; less of the heavy caramel sweetness some sister batches carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and spice-driven, with oak and a touch of molasses; a splash of water rounds the funk and brings the fruit up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eStagg is Buffalo Trace's standing barrel-proof bourbon, issued in lettered batches through the year rather than as an annual release footprint. 24A opened the 2024 run as the summer release, showing an oak-and-spice-driven slant. Because each batch tracks its own barrel strength, proof moves release to release; 24A sits at 127.6. See \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-24b\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 24B, the fall release that followed\u003c\/a\u003e at 127.8, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour full range of Kentucky bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (DSP-KY-113), Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127.6 proof · 63.8% ABV (barrel proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace low-rye Mash Bill #1 — exact grain % not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (non-age-stated; ≥4 yrs by labeling rule)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfiltered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 24A — Summer 2024 (first 2024 batch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95rem; margin-bottom:15px;\"\u003e24A is the first chapter of Stagg's 2024 run — the summer release, logged by collectors as the year's opening batch and noted at the time for a lighter, spicier turn than usual. As with every Stagg, the lower-label batch code is what pins a bottle to its release; 24A reads 127.6 proof under the post-2021 \"Stagg\" name. Keep it upright, out of direct light, and sealed to preserve it long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95rem; margin-bottom:25px;\"\u003eTake a small neat pour first to meet the barrel strength and the batch's earthy edge, then loosen it with water or a clean ice sphere to round the funk and lift the orchard fruit notes. Keep it at room temperature so the oak and spice stay clear; cold temperatures will mask them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStagg comes off Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1 — the recipe used across the distillery's core bourbons, George T. Stagg included — with the grain split kept private. Buffalo Trace bottles it straight from the barrel and skips chill-filtration, so 24A lands at its own 127.6 proof and keeps the pristine oils a filter would remove. No age is printed; as a straight bourbon without an age statement it is at least four years old, with reviewers estimating closer to eight or nine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMidnight Whiskey sells only bottles sourced through authorized U.S. distribution; each is checked for fill level, seal, and label integrity before it ships. Orders are packed in protective single-bottle cartons and released to adults only — delivery requires an adult 21-or-over signature. For more on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we confirm authenticity\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour storage and shipping practice\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour listing and sourcing policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Stagg Batch 24A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eStagg Batch 24A is a barrel-proof bourbon at 127.6 proof, or 63.8% ABV, bottled unfiltered as the 24A label notes. Barrel proof means it goes into the bottle at full barrel strength — no water is added to standardize the number — so the figure changes from batch to batch. As the first 2024 release, 24A reads 127.6; the later 24B, for instance, is 127.8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is Stagg Batch 24A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eStagg Batch 24A carries no age statement, so Buffalo Trace has not published a specific age. Because it is a Kentucky straight bourbon with no age shown, US labeling rules put it at a minimum of four years in oak; reviewers commonly estimate the actual maturity in the seven-to-nine-year range, though that is unconfirmed. 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Stagg carried the name \"Stagg Jr.\" until around 2021. Buffalo Trace publishes neither the grain recipe nor an age for this bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eDrawn from the barrel at 128.9 proof (64.45% ABV); neither cut with water nor chill-filtered — the 24C label reads \"Barrel Proof · Unfiltered.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe \"C\" batch of 2024, put out in the winter allocation; the batch letter tracks the order of that year's bottlings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMade at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky (regulatory mark DSP-KY-113) — the former George T. Stagg Distillery, now part of Sazerac.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eRuns on Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1; the corn\/rye\/barley split is not disclosed by the distillery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCarries no age statement — vendors place the maturity in the seven-to-ten-year range, but nothing is printed on the bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molasses and dark dried fruit lead, backed by freshly baked brown bread and an edge of black pepper. 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Water, or a single large cube, widens it and pulls the alcohol back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eWithin Buffalo Trace's allocated high-proof bourbons, Stagg is the year-round, barrel-strength line — distinct from the once-a-year George T. Stagg of the Antique Collection. Because the strength is set by the barrel rather than a target, proof moves batch to batch: 24C is bottled at 128.9, where the adjacent \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stagg-batch-24d\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 24D bottling\u003c\/a\u003e is 127.4. You can also browse it against \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour broader Kentucky bourbon range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery (DSP-KY-113), Frankfort, KY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128.9 proof · 64.45% ABV (barrel proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace low-rye Mash Bill #1 — exact grain % not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (non-age-stated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnfiltered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 24C — winter 2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95rem; margin-bottom:15px;\"\u003eStagg is followed batch by batch: because each bottling is barrel-strength and released in finite allocations, the batch code on the lower label is how buyers tell the releases apart. 24C is the winter 2024 marker, bottled at 128.9 proof, under the post-2021 \"Stagg\" name that replaced \"Stagg Jr.\" Keep it upright and out of direct light, with the seal unbroken, to hold condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.95rem; margin-bottom:25px;\"\u003eAt 128.9 proof this rewards a measured pour. Start neat in a tulip glass to gauge the spirit, then add water a few drops at a time — or a large cube — to draw out the sweeter notes and ease the heat. Keep it at room temperature; cold flattens the oak and pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eStagg is made at Buffalo Trace in Frankfort, Kentucky, from the distillery's low-rye Mash Bill #1 — the recipe family shared with George T. Stagg, though Buffalo Trace keeps the exact grain percentages private. The defining choices are at bottling: it is barrel proof, taken from the barrel and bottled undiluted, which is why 24C reads 128.9 where other batches read otherwise; and it is unfiltered, leaving in the oils and texture that chill-filtration would strip. No age is stated — vendors cite maturation approaching a decade, but the 24C label prints none.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMidnight Whiskey sells only bottles sourced through authorized U.S. distribution; each is checked for fill level, seal, and label integrity before it ships. Orders are packed in protective single-bottle cartons and released to adults only — delivery requires an adult 21-or-over signature. For more on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we check every bottle\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour vault storage and handling\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/editorial-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe standards behind our listings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Stagg Batch 24C?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003eBatch 24C is bottled at 128.9 proof — 64.45% ABV — straight from the barrel, and it is unfiltered, as printed on the 24C label. \"Barrel proof\" means the strength comes from the barrel itself, with no water added to reach a set number, so every Stagg batch lands at a different figure; 128.9 is specific to 24C. The neighboring Batch 24D, by comparison, is bottled at 127.4 proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Batch 24C different from other Stagg releases?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eEvery Stagg release is an uncut, unfiltered, barrel-proof Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace on the same low-rye mash bill, so what changes between them is the batch: each is bottled at the proof it reached in the barrel and identified by a code on the lower label. Batch 24C is the winter 2024 bottling at 128.9 proof, where the neighboring 24D is 127.4. 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