{"title":"Home page","description":null,"products":[{"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. The same wheated recipe underlies the rest of the Van Winkle line.\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\/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year#product\",\n \"name\": \"Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Bourbon (107 Proof)\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/[PLACEHOLDER_IMAGE_PATH]\/old-rip-van-winkle-10-year.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year is a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon from the Van Winkle family, produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery and bottled at 107 proof (53.5% ABV) in 750 mL. The youngest expression in the Van Winkle line, it is aged 10 years in new charred American oak and made with a wheated mash bill that replaces rye with wheat for a softer, rounder profile. 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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. The result is an annual release of only a few thousand bottles.\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-20-year#product\",\n \"name\": \"Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 20 Year\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/[PLACEHOLDER_IMAGE_PATH]\/pappy-van-winkle-20-year.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 20 Year is a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon from the Van Winkle family, produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery and bottled at 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) in 750 mL. The middle expression of the Pappy tier, aged 20 years in new charred American oak, it is made with a wheated mash bill that replaces rye with wheat. 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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. The specific bottling year determines the source.\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\/pappy-van-winkle-23-year#product\",\n \"name\": \"Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 23 Year\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/[PLACEHOLDER_IMAGE_PATH]\/pappy-van-winkle-23-year.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 23 Year is a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon from the Van Winkle family, bottled by Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery at 95.6 proof (47.8% ABV) in 750 mL. The oldest expression of the Pappy tier, aged 23 years, it is made with a wheated mash bill that replaces rye with wheat. 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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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INTRO \u0026 THE SHERRY-CASK EVOLUTION --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eSpringbank 15 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e is the mid-tier age-stated anchor of the Springbank lineup, sitting between the 10 Year Old and the legendary long-aged expressions. It is structurally distinguished from its younger sibling by a significant shift in maturation: where the 10 Year is bourbon-driven, the 15 Year is matured predominantly in \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003erefill sherry casks\u003c\/span\u003e (typically 80%+). This produces a profile chiseled by deep dried-fruit integration while maintaining the iconic Campbeltown house style.\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;\"\u003eThe 15 Year Old represents a masterclass in decadal integration, utilizing the distillery's unique production framework.\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\u003eSherry Dominance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured primarily in refill sherry casks to deliver substantial dark chocolate and dried fruit character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5x Distillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Employs Springbank's uniquely partial third distillation for unmatched spirit density.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaritime Peat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains the signature light peat character (~15 ppm) that defines the Springbank namesake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstate Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every stage, from floor malting to bottling, is performed on-site at the family-owned Campbeltown facility.\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 Dried fruit, integrated sherry, and light peat. Developing notes of honey, dark chocolate, leather, and coastal mineral emerge with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and texturally rich. A front of dried fruit and sherry transitions into mid-palate notes of honey, baking spice, and coastal minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and persistent. A signature closing of soft peat, sherry, and developed oak-and-spice resonance.\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;\"\u003eThe 15 Year Old serves as a high-conviction mid-tier entry for vertical collectors. Its heavy allocation status and the shift toward sherry-driven complexity make it a structural reference point for those moving beyond the entry-tier 10 Year Old.\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 Springbank sherry-cask house style.\"\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\u003eSpringbank Distillery (Campbeltown, Scotland)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCampbeltown Single Malt Scotch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Composition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~80%+ Refill Sherry \/ Refill Bourbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5x Distilled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e92 Proof \/ 46% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Chill Filtered \/ Natural Color\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\u003eSpringbank 15 is a high-conviction acquisition in the modern Scotch era. Given the brand's immense global allocation and its family-owned, artisanal pedigree, it commands a significant premium in the secondary market. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and includes original 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 decadal integration and the sherry-driven richness, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. A few drops of water may be used to broaden the nose and unlock deeper dried-fruit complexity. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate, dried fruit, smoked salmon, 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":"Springbank Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45104865050658,"sku":"610854157005","price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/SB15-168x500.jpg?v=1779912941"},{"product_id":"springbank-18-year-old-campbeltown-scotch","title":"Springbank 18 Year Old Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky — Annual Limited Release, 46% ABV","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Kintyre Oak: #8b4513 | Maritime Amber: #ffbf00 | Distillery Iron: #4b4b4b *\/\n .mw-h3 { color: #ffbf00; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #4b4b4b; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #ffbf00; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the long-aged integration and coastal salinity *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #2c3e50 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #333; border-left: 4px solid #ffbf00; }\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 #4b4b4b; 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: #ffbf00; 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 LONG-AGED LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eSpringbank 18 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e is a chiseled pillar of the Campbeltown tradition, serving as the entry point into the distillery's prestigious long-aged annual program. Produced at a deliberately small scale by the family-owned Springbank Distillery, this expression is born from a meticulous 2.5x distillation process and nearly two decades of maturation on the Mull of Kintyre. It represents one of the most acute supply-demand imbalances in modern Scotch, chiseled by its complete on-site production and heritage-significant pedigree.\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;\"\u003eThe 18 Year Old is defined by its extreme scarcity and a structural commitment to traditional, non-industrialized whisky production.\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\u003eSignature 2.5x Distillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Employs a partial third distillation to achieve a concentrated textural density unique to Springbank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal Malt:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utilizes a lightly peated profile (~15 ppm) that integrates seamlessly with maritime salinity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnnual Limited Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drawn from a constrained inventory of refill sherry and bourbon casks, with specific composition varying by release year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtisanal Purity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered, and presented with its natural, age-derived color.\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 honey, dried fruit, and integrated light peat. Layers of polished oak, soft floral notes, and faint coastal salinity emerge alongside dark chocolate and leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and texturally immense. A front of honey and dried fruit transitions into mid-palate notes of baking spice, leather, and refined coastal mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very long. A signature closing of lingering peat, polished oak, and a complex spice-and-mineral note characteristic of long-aged Springbank.\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: #ffbf00;\"\u003eStrategic Positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Scotch industry, Springbank 18 is a high-conviction target that typically sells out within days of release. It serves as the structural bridge between the core 15 Year Old and the ultra-rare 21, 25, and Local Barley series releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #ffbf00; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of the Springbank long-aged annual program.\"\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\u003eSpringbank Distillery (Campbeltown, Scotland)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCampbeltown Single Malt (Annual Limited Release)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 Years (Minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5x Distilled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefill Sherry \u0026amp; Refill Bourbon Casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e92 Proof \/ 46% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Chill Filtered \/ Natural Color\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\u003eSpringbank 18 has been among the most allocation-constrained single malts globally since approximately 2018–2020. Its family-owned, artisanal pedigree makes it a cornerstone for serious Scotch collections. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and original 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 18-year integration and allow the \"Maritime Amber\" character to bloom, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. A few drops of water may be added to broaden the nose without losing structural integrity. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate, dried fruit, smoked salmon, 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":"Springbank Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45104875307042,"sku":null,"price":399.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/Copy-of-SB18-1-scaled-168x500.jpg?v=1779912957"},{"product_id":"springbank-21-year-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-campbeltown-single-malt","title":"Springbank 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Campbeltown Single Malt","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Victorian Masterpiece: The Zenith of Campbeltown Craft\u003c\/b\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\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/whiskyforeveryone.com\/review-springbank-21-years-old\/\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpringbank 21 Year Old\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!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e represents a \"celebration of true Victorian whisky production.\" As the pinnacle of the family-owned distillery's regular releases, it is crafted entirely on-site using traditional floor-malting and 2.5-times distillation. The 2025\/2026 edition is defined by its substantial Port cask influence, delivering an \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"389\"\u003eOPULENT\u003c\/b\u003e coppery hue and a profile that is both decadent and poised. This is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"467\"\u003eVELVETY\u003c\/b\u003e journey that perfectly captures the \"Springbank Funk\" matured to its most elegant and sophisticated form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSensory Experience\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e An \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"9\"\u003eOPULENT\u003c\/b\u003e and decadent bouquet of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eMEDJOOL DATES\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eSTICKY TOFFEE PUDDING\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"83\"\u003eRICH TREACLE\u003c\/b\u003e. As it breathes, sophisticated layers of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"137\"\u003eSTEWED PLUMS\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"151\"\u003eBLOOD ORANGE ZEST\u003c\/b\u003e, and a faint hint of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"190\"\u003eEARTHY PEAT SMOKE\u003c\/b\u003e emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Remarkably rich and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eVELVETY\u003c\/b\u003e. The entry is a concentrated wave of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003eSMOKED FIGS\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003eCARAMELIZED BROWN SUGAR\u003c\/b\u003e, evolving into a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"130\"\u003eRARE\u003c\/b\u003e mid-palate of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"149\"\u003eCIGAR-BOX CEDAR\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"166\"\u003eRIPE BLACKBERRIES\u003c\/b\u003e, and a whisper of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"202\"\u003eIBERICO HAM\u003c\/b\u003e. The 92-proof delivery is silky and masterful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e A monumental and enduring finish. It remains long and refined, leaving a lingering trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003eBANANA BREAD\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"114\"\u003eWARM CINNAMON\u003c\/b\u003e, and a final, sophisticated echo of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"164\"\u003eSAVOURY EARTHINESS\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"187\"\u003eSEA SPRAY\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInvestment Grade Note\u003c\/b\u003e For the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003eElite Collector\u003c\/b\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\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/springbank-21-year-old-scotch-whisky\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpringbank 21\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!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e is a \"Blue Chip\" pinnacle asset. With global production remaining under 200,000 liters per year, the 21-year-old age statement is on permanent tight allocation. Verified for pristine label integrity and natural color, this bottle is the mandatory crown for any collection focusing on \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\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/admin.shopify.com\/store\/t6jnet-ht\/collections\/497551212578\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eartisanal Campbeltown integrity\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!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springbank Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45104884776994,"sku":null,"price":799.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/BOTTLE-SHOT-SB21-scaled-225x550.jpg?v=1779912991"},{"product_id":"opus-one-2021","title":"Opus One 2021 — Napa Valley Bordeaux Blend, Mondavi-Rothschild Joint Venture","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n \/* Cabernet Ruby: #6e1212 | Oakville Slate: #2f4f4f | First Growth 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 #6e1212; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n .mw-accent { color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; }\n \n \/* Feature Box: Gradient representing the Bordeaux-Napa collaboration *\/\n .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a1a1a 0%, #2f4f4f 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 #6e1212; 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: #8e7a64; 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 HISTORIC COLLABORATION --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eOpus One 2021\u003c\/span\u003e is the definitive California \"first growth\"-style Bordeaux blend, representing the historic 1979 joint venture between Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild. As the first major collaboration between a Napa Valley producer and a Bordeaux First Growth, Opus One established the template for structural elegance and prestige in American wine. The 2021 vintage is chiseled from the famed Oakville bench, offering a balanced architecture that reflects one of the region's greatest recent growing seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE TERROIR DISTINCTION) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe First Growth Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eOpus One is defined by its meticulous site selection and a vinification process that mirrors the standard of Château Mouton Rothschild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstate Provenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced primarily from the 84-hectare planting on the legendary Mondavi-To Kalon vineyard complex in Oakville.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2021 Vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cool early season followed by warm late-summer conditions produced fruit of exceptional ripeness and mineral structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured for 18 months in 100% new French oak barriques from elite coopers such as Taransaud and Seguin Moreau.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2021 expression has secured consistently high scores in the 95–99 point range across major critics.\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 Cassis, black cherry, and dark plum. Developing layers of toasted oak, cedar, and baking spice emerge alongside warm earth and crushed minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and texturally concentrated. A front of dense black fruit transitions into a mid-palate of polished oak, espresso, and integrated tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sublimely long. A signature closing of dark fruit and polished oak with a persistent tannic-and-mineral 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:#d4af37;\"\u003eGlobal Positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Napa hierarchy, Opus One distinguishes itself from high-extraction \"cult\" Cabernets through its structural elegance. It sits alongside icons like Joseph Phelps Insignia and Dominus Estate as the founding reference for California Bordeaux blends.\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 Napa-Bordeaux bridge.\"\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\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpus One Winery (Robert Mondavi-Rothschild JV)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOakville Bench, Napa Valley, California\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVarieties\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabernet Sauvignon-dominant (approx. 75-85%), CF, ME, PV, MB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eÉlevage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 Months in 100% New French Oak Barriques\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~14.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2027 – 2050+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCritic Scores\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 – 99 Points\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\u003eOpus One remains one of the most consistently collected California wines globally, with allocation strictly controlled through licensed retailers and private lists. The 2021 vintage is a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors building an elite Napa library. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and stored at optimal cellar temperatures. 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 decadal integration and allows the mineral structure to bloom, enjoy this wine \u003cstrong\u003edecanted for 60–90 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Serve at \u003cstrong\u003e62–66°F\u003c\/strong\u003e in a Bordeaux glass to maximize aromatic depth. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003edry-aged steak, lamb, beef short ribs, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e. While it drinks beautifully upon release with decanting, it will reward 15–30+ years of careful cellaring.\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\": \"Opus One 2021\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Opus_One_2021.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"The 2021 vintage of Opus One, a Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant Bordeaux blend from Napa Valley's Oakville Bench. 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INTRO \u0026 PEDIGREE --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eChâteau Lynch-Bages 2022\u003c\/span\u003e is one of the most powerful and concentrated expressions in the modern history of the Cazes family estate. Officially a Fifth Growth under the 1855 Classification, Lynch-Bages has long been hailed by critics as a \"Super Second\"—performing at a level of density and aging potential that mirrors the First Growths of Pauillac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 2022 POWERHOUSE) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Pauillac Powerhouse\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage achieved structural numbers that indicate massive longevity, featuring a staggeringly high IPT of 95 and maturation in 75% new French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 66% Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend with a 3.71 pH, balancing concentration with vibrant acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/strong\u003e Awarded 98–99 points by James Suckling and a near-perfect 98 from Jeb Dunnuck, comparing its structure to Mouton Rothschild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCazes Legacy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvested between September 12 and 24, this vintage is a technical masterclass in managing Pauillac’s heatwave 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 Cassis, blackberry, and pencil shavings. Graphite, cedar, and lead pencil develop with air, alongside hints of violet and pressed flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and authoritative. Crème de cassis and chocolate cherry transition into a mid-palate of cast-iron, black truffle, and crushed rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and earthy. A persistent mineral backbone concludes with closing notes of cedar and cedarwood oil.\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 Super-Second Standard\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eLynch-Bages 2022 sits in the absolute upper tier of the estate's history, alongside the legendary 2010 and 2019. It is the definitive choice for collectors seeking First Growth quality within the Pauillac vertical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #c1a35f; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural titan that demands a decade of patience to reveal its full glory.\"\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\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChâteau Lynch-Bages, Pauillac (Cazes Family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFifth Growth (1855 Cinquième Cru Classé)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 3% CF, 3% PV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVintage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 Months in 75% New French Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~14.5% 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 \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTES --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Lynch-Bages is a mandatory acquisition for Bordeaux collectors. Its performance in this vintage has bridged the gap between its Fifth Growth status and the elite Second Growths. Bottles offered here have been stored at perfect cellar temperature, with priority given to Original Wooden Cases (OWC) for multi-unit orders. Due to the high IPT and concentration, this is a vintage with 50-year aging potential. Provenance is guaranteed through our direct estate connections.\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 wine built for the cellar. While approachable in youth with a \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 hour decant\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is best enjoyed from 2032 onward. Serve at 60–64°F in a large \u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. It pairs peerlessly with rib of beef, roasted game, or mature hard cheeses like Comté.\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\": \"Château Lynch-Bages Pauillac 2022\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/Lynch_Bages_2022.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"Lynch-Bages 2022: A 98-99pt 'Super Second' Pauillac powerhouse. Dense cassis, graphite \u0026 truffle with 75% new oak. 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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 INNOVATION --\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eColonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Amaranth\u003c\/span\u003e is the tenth and most experimental release in the iconic Taylor lineup. Known as the \"Grain of the Gods,\" amaranth was an ancient Aztec staple that replaces the traditional rye component in this 2019 limited edition. The result is a Bottled-in-Bond bourbon that defies standard Buffalo Trace conventions with its soft, rounded, and floral complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE GRAIN OF THE GODS) --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Ancient Grain Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eBy substituting rye for amaranth within the Mash Bill #1 framework, Buffalo Trace has created a profile closer to a luxury wheated bourbon, emphasizing delicate textures over grain spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Substitution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaranth provides a tart red berry and floral character entirely unique to this specific bottling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled-in-Bond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adheres to the 1897 Act—distilled in a single season at one distillery and matured for a minimum of 10 years at 100 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Pedigree:\u003c\/strong\u003e A one-time 2019 production run with no subsequent releases confirmed by the distillery.\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 butterscotch meet seasoned oak. Tart red berry and a distinct floral character develop alongside subtle spearmint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and approachable. Cherry, honey, and vanilla lead into butterscotch and gentle baking spice through the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and resonant. Notes of pecan, oats, and honey fade into a sophisticated closing of dark berry and soft oak.\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 Merit\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eAmaranth sits alongside legendary experimental releases like Cured Oak and Seasoned Wood. It is distinguished by its lack of typical rye spice, creating space for notes usually reserved for high-malted-barley craft expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #8c7356; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that reimagines the flavoring grain position.\"\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\u003eMash Bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModified MB #1 (Corn, Amaranth, Malted Barley)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10+ 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\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-Time Limited Edition (Mid-2019)\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 Amaranth is a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors. As the only Buffalo Trace standard release to utilize amaranth as a flavoring grain, its structural and chemical profile is unrepeatable. Since the distillery has confirmed there will be no future Amaranth releases, the 2019 bottling represents a closed-circuit vintage. Every bottle offered here is verified for original seal integrity and includes the signature yellow display tube. Provenance documentation is available to ensure total transparency 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;\"\u003eTo fully appreciate the \"Grain of the Gods,\" this bourbon should be enjoyed neat in a \u003cstrong\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e. A single drop of water will broaden the aromatic floral notes without dulling the unusual grain profile. Given the rarity and price tier, 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. Amaranth Bourbon\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/EHT_Amaranth.jpg\", \n \"description\": \"E.H. Taylor Amaranth: A rare 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond bourbon using ancient 'Grain of the Gods.' 10-year aged with unique tart red berry and floral notes.\",\n \"brand\": {\n \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n \"name\": \"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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INTRO \u0026 THE FLAGSHIP LEGACY --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe Yamazaki 25 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e sits at the chiseled apex of Suntory's single malt hierarchy, representing a quarter-century commitment to long-aged inventory management. As the ultra-aged flagship, it stands above the long-aged 18 Year and alongside the rarest ultra-aged bottlings as the definitive reference for Japanese malt excellence. Maturing a fully integrated spirit to this decadal milestone requires decades of strategic planning and sustained investment in premium barrel stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE SHERRY CONCENTRATION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eUnlike the multi-cask composition of younger expressions, the 25 Year is defined by its dedicated focus on Spanish oak maturation.\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\u003e100% Spanish Oak Sherry Aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e A structural departure from the 12 and 18 Year releases, producing a profile of extreme dried fruit and leather concentration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Aged Scarcity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sustained global demand and small production scales at Yamazaki have created one of the most acute supply constraints in modern whisky.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twenty-five years of maturation allows for a deep concentration of chocolate and mature spice character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurity of Spirit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 43% ABV, presented in its natural color, and remains non-chill filtered.\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 dried fruit, polished oak, and integrated sherry. Developing layers of dark chocolate, aged leather, and tobacco emerge alongside refined floral notes and faint Mizunara incense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied with extraordinary integration. Front-palate sherry and fruit transition into mid-palate notes of dark chocolate, leather, soft baking spice, and integrated tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely long with multi-minute persistence. A closing complex of polished oak, refined sherry, and lingering mineral 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;\"\u003eCollector Positioning\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eThe Yamazaki 25 is structurally the consensus reference for 25-year Japanese malts, sitting alongside the Hakushu 25 and Karuizawa releases as the apex of global collecting. Distribution is among the most constrained in the category.\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 Spanish oak sherry maturation in Japanese single malt.\"\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\u003eYamazaki Distillery (Osaka Prefecture, Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUltra-Aged Japanese Single Malt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Years (Minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimarily 100% Spanish Oak Sherry Casks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86 Proof \/ 43% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePremium Black Bottle with Engraved Labeling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Market\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$30,000 – $60,000+\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 Yamazaki 25 represents the summit of Japanese whisky acquisition. Bottles offered here include the intact original premium presentation packaging, essential for maintaining investment-grade status. Provenance documentation is strictly authenticated and available on request to ensure total reliability for elite cellars.\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 25-year integration, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. At this rarity and price tier, water or ice is not recommended. Best served slowly in a contemplative context to appreciate its multi-minute persistence. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate and highest-tier refined Japanese cuisine\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":"Suntory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45377122238498,"sku":null,"price":8499.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/the-yamazaki-25-year-old-single-malt-japanese-whisky.jpg?v=1779915949"},{"product_id":"old-rip-van-winkle-25-year-bourbon-midnight-whiskey","title":"Old Rip Van Winkle Pappy 25 Year Bourbon- | Midnight Whiskey","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n --mw-accent: #B3A296; \/* metallic foil *\/\n --mw-glow: #86160F; \/* power color *\/\n --mw-bg: #300302; \/* deep lowlight *\/\n --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#a99e92; --mw-hair:#3a0f0c;\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 25 Year is the oldest expression the Van Winkle family has ever released — a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV) and presented in a hand-engraved crystal decanter. 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. The whiskey is entirely Stitzel-Weller distillate.\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\/old-rip-van-winkle-25-year#product\",\n \"name\": \"Old Rip Van Winkle 25 Year\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/[PLACEHOLDER_IMAGE_PATH]\/old-rip-van-winkle-25-year.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"Old Rip Van Winkle 25 Year is the oldest expression ever released under the Van Winkle name, a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon distilled in 1989 at the original Stitzel-Weller Distillery and bottled in 2017 at 100 proof (50% ABV) in a hand-engraved 750 mL crystal decanter. 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It is a blend of five malt and grain whiskies, all at least forty years old, drawn from Suntory's Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distilleries and composed by chief blender Shinji Fukuyo. The components span Yamazaki matured in American, Spanish, and Mizunara oak, lightly peated Hakushu, and Chita grain whisky; once married, the blend rested six months before bottling at 43% ABV (86 proof). Deep amber in the glass, it shows Japanese loquat, lemon peel, and clove on the nose, with tropical fruit and custard; a palate of acacia honey and dry fig with jasmine and lychee; and a long, lingering finish. Just 400 bottles were released worldwide, in a faceted Kagami Crystal decanter finished with maki-e gold lacquer and mother-of-pearl.\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 blended whisky the House of Suntory has released — a blend of five malt and grain whiskies, all at least 40 years old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDrawn from Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita, matured across American, Spanish, and Mizunara oak; composed by chief blender Shinji Fukuyo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBottled at 43% ABV (86 proof). Deep amber, with loquat, lemon peel, clove, acacia honey, and dry fig.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eA limited edition of 400 bottles worldwide, launched in 2024 at $35,000.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003ePresented in a thirty-faceted Kagami Crystal decanter with maki-e gold lacquer and mother-of-pearl, in a box of twelve Japanese woods. 700 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 Japanese loquat, lemon peel, and clove, with tropical fruit and custard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acacia honey and dry fig, with jasmine and lychee from the aged grain whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and lingering, the oak and fruit holding together over time.\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;\"\u003eSuntory's oldest blend, drawing on the same malt distilleries as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yamazaki-18-year\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe Yamazaki 18, one of the single malts at its heart\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-whisky\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe full Japanese whisky range\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whisky\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour other aged whiskies\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 \/ Producer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHibiki (House of Suntory) — Suntory's blended whisky; composed by chief blender Shinji Fukuyo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended Japanese Whisky (malt + grain) — the oldest blend Suntory has released\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlend Composition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive whiskies, all at least 40 years old: Yamazaki (American oak, 1978\/1983), Yamazaki (Spanish oak, 1980), Yamazaki (Mizunara, 1983), Hakushu (peated, 1974), Chita (grain, 1979\/1981)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmerican, Spanish, and Mizunara oak; blend rested six months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABV \/ Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43% ABV (86 proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 years (all component whiskies at least 40 years old)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 bottles worldwide — launched 2024 at $35,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePresentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThirty-faceted Kagami Crystal decanter, maki-e gold lacquer and mother-of-pearl; box of twelve Japanese woods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\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;\"\u003eHibiki 40 is the high-water mark of Suntory's blending tradition: the oldest blended whisky the house has ever released, drawn entirely from stock laid down decades ago. Chief blender Shinji Fukuyo built it from five whiskies, every one at least forty years old — Yamazaki matured in American, Spanish, and Mizunara oak; lightly peated Hakushu from 1974; and Chita grain from the late 1970s — then rested the marriage six months before bottling. Only 400 bottles were made for the entire world, launched in 2024 at $35,000, each in a thirty-faceted Kagami Crystal decanter (the crystalmaker to the Japanese Imperial family) finished with maki-e gold lacquer and mother-of-pearl, housed in a box of twelve Japanese woods. As both a scarce blend at the top of the Hibiki line and an object of craft in its own right, it is a collectible of the first order — the kind of bottle that anchors a serious collection.\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 whisky of this age and scarcity is for drinking neat, at room temperature, in a tulip glass that gathers the aromatics. Give it time in the glass rather than water or ice: four decades in oak have already done the work, and the loquat, honey, and fig open on their own. If anything, the smallest drop of water can be used to coax the nose, but the blend is balanced to be taken as it is.\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;\"\u003eHibiki is the blended whisky of the House of Suntory, marrying malt whisky from the Yamazaki and Hakushu distilleries with grain whisky from Chita. For the 40 Year, chief blender Shinji Fukuyo drew on five whiskies, all at least forty years old: Yamazaki distilled in 1978 and 1983 and matured in American white oak; Yamazaki from 1980 in Spanish oak; Yamazaki from 1983 in Mizunara, the native Japanese oak that lends sandalwood and incense; lightly peated Hakushu from 1974, its smoke long softened; and Chita grain whisky from 1979 and 1981, which adds jasmine and lychee and carries the long finish. Once blended, it was rested a further six months and bottled at 43% ABV. Suntory's whisky story begins in 1923, when Shinjiro Torii founded the Yamazaki Distillery, the first in Japan.\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 in the Hibiki 40 Year blend?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eHibiki 40 is a blend of five malt and grain whiskies, all at least forty years old, from Suntory's Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distilleries. It draws on Yamazaki matured in American, Spanish, and Mizunara oak, lightly peated Hakushu, and Chita grain whisky, composed by chief blender Shinji Fukuyo. It is bottled at 43% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eHow rare is the Hibiki 40 Year?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eOnly 400 bottles were released worldwide, at a launch price of 35,000 dollars, making it the oldest blended whisky Suntory has ever released. It is presented in a faceted Kagami Crystal decanter finished with maki-e gold lacquer and mother-of-pearl. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 12, 131.1 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). 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Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof Batch 11 is the 2022 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 129.0 proof (64.50% ABV) — the eleventh in the line. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon reviewers found notably fruit-forward, it shows orange peel, cherry, strawberry, and plum over a creamy vanilla base. It shares its 129.0 proof with the 2014 release, so the laser code (L22) — not the proof alone — places it in 2022.\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 129.0 proof (64.50% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official eleventh master installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in 2022.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eHighly distinguished across enthusiast panels for its remarkably fruit-forward maturity landscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBrings precise layers of bright orange peel, ripe cherry, fresh strawberry, and orchard plum over a dense vanilla cream base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eShares its exact 129.0 proof boundary with the legacy 2014 Batch 3, making the physical glass-etched L22 code the definitive identifier. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Expression opens with bright citrus orange peel, maraschino cherries, summer strawberry reduction, and plums over a dense, creamy vanilla vanillin undertone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deeply coating, creamy, and fruit-forward; sweet baking cinnamon and jammy dates yield to a warm, boozy amaretto almond paste character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, highly structural, and elegantly balanced, leaving sweet trace elements of lingering dark orchard fruit past the swallow.\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 11 presents a spectacular profile divergence within the distillery's cask-strength landscape, heavily lauded for prioritizing bright, jammy stone fruit parameters over raw ethanol velocity. Because its 129.0 proof acts as a chemical twin to historical runs, auditing the glass matrix is paramount. It picks up chronology directly succeeding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-10\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 10, the 2021 release\u003c\/a\u003e. Explore alternative expressions within \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof catalogue\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\u003e129.0 proof · 64.50% 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 11 (No printed numerical index; 129.0 configuration twinned with 2014; L22 glass code confirms 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 Core)\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 warehouse wood barrels aged ~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 11 — 2022 Master Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLauded for its notable fruit-driven architecture; proof-twin to the iconic 2014 vintage\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 11 relies completely on auditing the glass matrix. Look for the distinct 129.0 proof index on the face combined with an \"L22\" laser stamp line near the lower baseline to confirm this specific 2022 allocation. 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 11 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 bottle offered through Midnight Whiskey 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\"\u003echecking each bottle is real\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003esafe storage and delivery\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ewhat we look for in a listing\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 11?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 11 is bottled at 129.0 proof (64.50% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, from 2022. No batch number appears on the label, so the proof identifies it — but 129.0 is also the 2014 proof, so the laser code (L22) confirms 2022. 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 11 from the 2014 batch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eBoth the 2022 Batch 11 and the 2014 Batch 3 were bottled at 129.0 proof, so the proof alone won't separate them — the laser code near the base of the bottle does. Those first characters mark the bottling year — Batch 11 carries L22, while the 2014 release carries L14. Batch 11 is the later and more fruit-forward of the two.\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-11#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 10, 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; color:var(--mw-accent); }\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 10 is the 2021 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 127.3 proof (63.65% ABV) — the tenth in the line. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon, it drinks light and juicy for a barrel proof, with dark fruit, salted caramel, and toasted marshmallow over black pepper and tobacco. Its 127.3 proof is shared with the 2024 and 2025 releases, so the laser code (L21) — not the proof alone — pins it to 2021.\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 tenth \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof master release installment, allocated in 2021.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDistinguished across enthusiast panels for drinking remarkably light and juicy for a high barrel proof expression, beautifully softening its natural wood heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRich sensory layers of dark stone fruit, deep salted caramel, and toasted marshmallow over ground black pepper and tobacco.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eSince the 127.3 proof point is a historic triplet shared with later releases, the glass-etched L21 code serves as the absolute verification marker. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Concentrated dark fruit—blackberry and sticky fig—opens into deep brown sugar, rich salted caramel, warm buttery pie crust, and toasted marshmallow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unctuous yet notably light and juicy; decadent salted caramel fudge and fresh blueberry cobbler layers topped with light whipped cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and clean; cracked black pepper and dry tobacco leaf combine with a robust rye-driven baking spice that builds elegantly past the swallow.\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 10 represents the line's lighter, juicier style profile, trading raw ethanol aggression for a smooth, fruit-led delivery that surprises cask-strength purists. Because its 127.3 proof configuration stands as a chemical twin to later expressions, auditing the physical glass matrix remains paramount. It marks the earliest and rarest vintage of the 127.3 triplets, picking up chronology directly succeeding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-9\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 9, back over 130 proof\u003c\/a\u003e. Review alternative proof architectures inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe entire E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof run\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 10 (No printed numerical index; 127.3 triplet code verified via L21 glass etching)\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 Core)\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 warehouse wood barrels aged ~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 10 — 2021 Master Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelebrated for its remarkably light, juicy mouthfeel; forms a 127.3 proof triplet set across 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\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 10 relies completely on auditing the glass matrix. Look for the distinct 127.3 proof index on the face combined with an \"L21\" laser stamp line near the lower baseline to verify this specific 2021 allocation. 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 10 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 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\"\u003emaking sure a bottle is genuine\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eorder storage and dispatch\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe listing checks we run\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 10?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 10 is bottled at 127.3 proof (63.65% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, from 2021. No batch number appears on the label, so the proof identifies it — but 127.3 is not unique, so the laser code (L21) confirms 2021. The figure is whatever the barrels yielded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eHow do you tell E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 10 from the 2024 and 2025 batches?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eThree releases share the 127.3 proof — the 2021 Batch 10, the 2024 Batch 13, and one of the 2025 Batch 14 bottlings — so the proof alone won't separate them. The laser code etched near the base of the bottle does: the first characters give the bottling year, and Batch 10 reads L21 for 2021 (the 2024 release reads L24, the 2025 release L25). Batch 10 is the earliest and scarcest of the three.\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-10#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 9, 130.3 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; color:var(--mw-accent); }\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 9 is the 2020 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 130.3 proof (65.15% ABV) — the ninth in the line, and the first batch back over 130 proof since the 2013 release. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon reviewers call grounded and classic, it leads with buttered pecans, dark brown sugar, tobacco, and oak. \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof shows no batch number; the 130.3 proof, held by no other release, identifies it.\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 130.3 proof (65.15% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official ninth master release installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in 2020.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eStands as the historic milestone that broke a seven-year streak of sub-130 proof expressions, climbing back to peak cask strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eClassic, heavily grounded flavor architecture highlighting rich buttered pecans, dense brown sugar, old tobacco leaf, and massive oak extractives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBecause 130.3 proof is completely unique to the Batch 9 footprint, it serves as its own definitive signature along the glass-etched L20 line stamp. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Toasted buttered pecans, dark brown molasses sugar, and deep pipe tobacco merge with thick oak tannins, accented by dark raspberry and crisp red apple skins underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-velocity heat balanced by immense grounding; velvety soft brown sugar and macerated dark fruits transition to vanilla bean paste, heavy seasoned wood oak, and deep burnt caramel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantially long and warming, leaning into refreshing minty menthol, toasted coffee beans, and cinnamon-nut structures before drying out on clean oak char.\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 9 remains a cornerstone vintage for collectors pursuing the unblended series at its absolute structural maximum. Praised for delivering a traditional, heavy-sugar weight that masterfully buffers its high ethanol velocity, it represents a rock-solid, incredibly consistent blending profile that completely eliminates batch-variation risk. It captures the timeline directly succeeding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-8\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 8, the 2019 release\u003c\/a\u003e. Evaluate alternative allocations inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe other E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof batches\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\u003e130.3 proof · 65.15% 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 9 (No printed numerical index; unique 130.3 configuration combined with L20 glass code 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 \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 warehouse wood barrels aged ~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 9 — 2020 Master Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst batch back over 130 proof since 2013; celebrated for its steady, classic, un-flashy mouthfeel parameters\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 9 relies completely on auditing the glass matrix. Look for the distinct 130.3 proof index on the face combined with an \"L20\" laser stamp line near the lower baseline to verify this specific 2020 allocation. 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 9 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 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 bottle vetting we do\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eholding and shipping your order\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ewhat we put in a listing\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 9?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 9 is bottled at 130.3 proof (65.15% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, from 2020. The label carries no batch number, so the proof identifies it, and 130.3 is unique to Batch 9 (laser code L20). The figure is what the barrels gave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eIs E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 9 a high-proof release?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eYes — at 130.3 proof, the 2020 Batch 9 is the first \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof to climb back over 130 since the 2013 release (Batch 2); the six batches in between all came in under 130. Reviewers describe it as grounded and classic rather than flashy — buttered pecans, dark brown sugar, tobacco, and oak, drinking a touch heavier than its neighbors — and note its consistency, with little risk of a weak batch.\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-9#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 9\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-9.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 8, 129.3 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; color:var(--mw-accent); }\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 8 is the 2019 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 129.3 proof (64.65% ABV) — the eighth in the line. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon, it carries the line's classic profile: caramel and vanilla over oak, with dark fruit, tobacco, and a rye-like spice. \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof prints no batch number; the 129.3 proof, which belongs to no other release, identifies it.\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 129.3 proof (64.65% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official eighth master release installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in 2019.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eExhibits the brand's textbook signature unblended framework, celebrated for rock-solid character stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRich, highly dependable flavor parameters centering sweet caramel, soft vanilla cream, toasted oak, and spicy rye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUnlike alternative vintages that share historical proof positions, the 129.3 index uniquely isolates this 2019 vintage on its own. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Warm caramelized brown sugar and rich vanilla bean paste emerge over seasoned white oak tannins, rounded out by subtle trace hints of macerated dark orchard fruit and dry tobacco leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly consistent and comforting; decadent vanilla custard and heavily toasted barrel woods balance sharp cinnamon bark, dark honeycomb, and cracked black pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, and cleanly structured, letting a distinct rye spice and faint traces of dark stone fruit taper gently out over an elegant caramel char baseline.\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 8 holds down a textbook foundational anchor point right in the heart of the distillery's cask-strength historical lineup. Highly regarded for offering the exact wood-and-spice architecture that built the series' critical prestige, it maps zero batch-variation risk for purists demanding absolute stylistic consistency. It directly precedes the high-proof breakout loop of the 2020 run. Cross-examine chronological lineage milestones directly by clicking back to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-7\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 7, the bold 2018 release\u003c\/a\u003e, or check out \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe complete E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof lineup\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\u003e129.3 proof · 64.65% 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 8 (No printed numerical index; unique 129.3 configuration matching the L19 glass laser stamp confirms 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 Core)\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 warehouse wood barrels aged ~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 8 — 2019 Master Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEndored for flawless execution of classical profile markers; identified fully via independent proof index\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 8 relies on auditing the physical face parameters. Because its 129.3 entry is completely non-twinned elsewhere in the library sequence, identifying this bottle can be cleanly settled by proof configuration alone, corroborated by the lower L19 glass laser line. 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 8 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 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 complete protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003econfirming a bottle is what it claims\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eprotective storage and shipping\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we build a listing\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 8?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 8 is bottled at 129.3 proof (64.65% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, from 2019. There is no batch number on the label, so the proof identifies it (laser code L19). It is the strength the barrels produced, not a target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eIs the 129.3 proof unique to E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 8?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eYes — 129.3 proof belongs to Batch 8 alone across the line, so the proof on the label is enough to identify the 2019 release; the laser code (L19) confirms it. That isn't true of every batch — a few share a proof with a later release and need the laser code to tell them apart — but Batch 8 is not one of them.\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-8#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof Batch 7 is the 2018 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 129.7 proof (64.85% ABV) — the seventh in the line. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon reviewers called bold and deep rather than easy-going, it builds rich vanilla, dark baked fruit, and musty oak into an exceptionally long, rye-spiced finish. The label shows no batch number; the 129.7 proof, matched by no other release, identifies it.\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 129.7 proof (64.85% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official seventh master release installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in 2018.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDistinguished across enthusiast panels as an intensely bold, muscular expression built for deep contemplation rather than casual sipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003ePresents complex flavour layers of raw vanilla bean, dark stewed fruits, toasted grains, and dry, musty rickhouse oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBecause 129.7 proof stands as an entirely non-twinned index across portfolio history, it serves as its own signature marker alongside the L18 glass code. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Initial high-proof ethanol notes peel back to reveal deep vanillins, heavily toasted grains, dark baked orchard fruits, unrefined caramel, and rich tobacco over musty cellar oak wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unapologetically deep and structural; oily waves of Madagascar vanilla paste and dark prune jam are heavily punctuated by dry barrel wood tannins and a building rye spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long, drying, and warm; complex notes of baking spices, seasoned wood, and dark spiced fruits linger behind a punchy punch of cinnamon-candy sweetness.\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 7 represents one of the line's most uncompromising expressions, highly prized for delivering a deep, wood-forward frame that masterfully challenges cask-strength purists. At 129.7 proof, the initial alcohol velocity demands intentional aeration or a slow drop of water to properly unlock its fully-defined flavor complexities. It maps cleanly into your store vertical directly following \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-6\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 6, the 2017 release\u003c\/a\u003e. Explore alternative proof limits inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eall the E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof releases\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\u003e129.7 proof · 64.85% 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 7 (No printed numerical index; unique 129.7 proof configuration matched against L18 glass code confirms 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 \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 warehouse wood barrels aged ~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 7 — 2018 Master Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLauded for its exceptional structural depth; carries a highly complex, long-finishing rye spice footprint\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 7 relies on auditing the physical face parameters. Because its 129.7 entry is completely non-twinned elsewhere in the library sequence, identifying this bottle can be cleanly settled by proof configuration alone, corroborated by the lower L18 glass laser line. 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 7 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, completely skipping any modern chill-filtration cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- TRUST ACCORDION DEPLOYMENT --\u003e\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 complete protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour checks on each bottle\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow the vault handles orders\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe standard each listing meets\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 7?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 7 is bottled at 129.7 proof (64.85% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, from 2018. With no batch number on the label, the proof is the identifier, and 129.7 is unique to Batch 7 (laser code L18). It reflects the barrels rather than a chosen strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eIs E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 7 an easy pour?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eNo — reviewers describe Batch 7 as a bold, deep bourbon, not a casual sipper. It opens with ethanol that gives way to rich vanilla, toasted grain, dark baked fruit, caramel, tobacco, and dry, musty oak, then carries an exceptionally long finish of heat, rye spice, spiced fruit, and a hint of cinnamon-candy sweetness. The flavors are well-defined and keep developing in the glass, but at 129.7 proof there is real heat to work through.\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-7#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 7\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-7.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"E.H. 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It opens with ethanol that gives way to rich vanilla, toasted grain, dark baked fruit, caramel, tobacco, and dry, musty oak, then carries an exceptionally long finish of heat, rye spice, spiced fruit, and a hint of cinnamon-candy sweetness. The flavors are well-defined and keep developing in the glass, but at 129.7 proof there is real heat to work through.\" }\n }\n ]\n }\n ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Colonel E.H. Taylor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45830045040674,"sku":"88004021471-7","price":899.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/EhtBPFront.jpg?v=1779837158"},{"product_id":"eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-6","title":"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 6, 128.1 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; color:var(--mw-accent); }\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 6 is the 2017 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 128.1 proof (64.05% ABV) — the sixth in the line. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon, it leads with butterscotch and sweet baked goods on the nose and turns to cherry cola and oak on the palate, a slightly different lean from the cherry-forward batches around it. \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof carries no batch number; the 128.1 proof, held by no other release, identifies it.\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 128.1 proof (64.05% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official sixth master release installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in 2017.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDistinguished across enthusiast panels for its highly unique butterscotch-and-bakery nose parameters rather than standard heavy fruit dominance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eRich, highly enjoyable flavor matrix displaying sweet cherry cola, licorice, brown sugar, and baking spices over oak and leather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBecause 128.1 proof stands as a completely non-twinned registration ceiling across history, it serves as its own definitive signature along the glass-etched L17 code. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Dominant butterscotch candies and sweet unctuous baked goods—dark brown molasses sugar, nutmeg, and grated cinnamon—with cherry elements held subtly in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep and coating; distinct cherry cola notes and black licorice strings develop cleanly over rich seasoned oak woods and sweet bakery kitchen spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and structurally clean; drying oak tannins and seasoned leather trail gently past the swallow, leaving lingering notes of dark cherry drop and wild honey.\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 6 occupies a highly interesting position across the unblended vertical, celebrated for trading traditional heavy cherry forwardness for a softer dessert sweetness that appeals massively to casual drinkers. At 128.1 proof, it manages its alcohol velocity with remarkable grace, offering a balanced entry that maps zero batch-variation risk. It captures the timeline directly succeeding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-5\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 5, the last of the early run\u003c\/a\u003e. Track alternative proof allocations across the entire collection index via \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof series\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\u003e128.1 proof · 64.05% 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 6 (No printed numerical index; unique 128.1 proof configuration matched against L17 glass laser stamp confirms 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 Core)\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 warehouse wood barrels aged ~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 6 — 2017 Master Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLauded for its beautiful, sweet butterscotch-led nose architecture; highly balanced proof integration\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 6 relies on auditing the physical face parameters. Because its 128.1 entry is completely non-twinned elsewhere in the library sequence, identifying this bottle can be cleanly settled by proof configuration alone, corroborated by the lower L17 glass laser line. 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 6 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, completely skipping any modern chill-filtration cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- TRUST ACCORDION DEPLOYMENT --\u003e\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 complete protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe way we confirm a bottle\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003esecure storage and handling\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow a listing gets written\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 6?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 6 is bottled at 128.1 proof (64.05% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, from 2017. The label shows no batch number, so the proof identifies it, and 128.1 belongs to Batch 6 alone (laser code L17). The figure is whatever the barrels gave, not a set target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eHow is E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 6 regarded?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eBatch 6 is generally seen as a solid, sweet-leaning release rather than the line's most complex. Reviewers single out a butterscotch-forward nose — with the cherry that defines many batches sitting in the background — over a palate of cherry cola, licorice, dark brown sugar, and baking spice, finishing on oak and a little leather. It is well liked for that butterscotch character, if not ranked among the most layered batches.\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-6#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 6\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-6.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"E.H. 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Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof Batch 5 is the May 2016 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 127.5 proof (63.75% ABV) — the fifth in the line and the last of its early run. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon that reviewers found well balanced, it shows peanut brittle, roasted corn, leather, and caramel with a black-cherry edge. \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof carries no batch number; the 127.5 proof, used by no other batch, identifies it.\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 127.5 proof (63.75% ABV).\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official fifth master release installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in May 2016.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eServes as the final bookend to the brand's early structural run spanning from 2012 through 2016.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eAcclaimed by trade review panels as the single most balanced and integrated expression among the first five releases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBecause 127.5 proof stands as an entirely non-twinned registration ceiling across history, it serves as its own definitive signature along the glass-etched L16 code. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Crunchy peanut brittle, heavily toasted sweet corn, and weathered farm leather merge with an elegant layer of rich, dark orchard fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, unctuous, and texturally rich; an initial bright grassy entry expands beautifully into deep burnt caramel, cotton candy, seasoned oak woods, and cherry cola.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, coating, and remarkably graceful; drying oak tannins and sweet caramel trail slowly past the swallow before exiting on a final splash of wild black cherry.\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 5 stands as a monumental landmark vintage, concluding the highly sought-after foundational era of the unblended small-batch library. Revered for its exceptional structural integration that perfectly tempers its massive alcohol velocity, it serves as a primary benchmark for cask-strength enthusiasts evaluating the line's historic maturation arc. It directly sets the stage for the next chronological step, succeeding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-4\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 4, the softest early batch\u003c\/a\u003e. Explore alternative profile limits across the entire vertical index via \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof collection\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\u003e127.5 proof · 63.75% 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 5 (No printed numerical index; unique 127.5 proof configuration matched against L16 glass laser stamp confirms 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 Core)\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 warehouse wood barrels aged ~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 5 — May 2016 Master Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe concluding release of the iconic early run; widely celebrated as the most balanced vintage of the first five iterations\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 5 relies on auditing the physical face parameters. Because its 127.5 entry is completely non-twinned elsewhere in the library sequence, identifying this bottle can be cleanly settled by proof configuration alone, corroborated by the lower L16 glass laser line. 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 5 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, completely skipping any modern chill-filtration cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- TRUST ACCORDION DEPLOYMENT --\u003e\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 complete protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ebottle authentication\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we store and send orders\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour listing 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 5?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 5 is bottled at 127.5 proof (63.75% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, released in May 2016. No batch number appears on the label, so the proof identifies it, and 127.5 is unique to Batch 5 (laser code L16). The figure reflects the barrels rather than a fixed target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eWhat does E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 5 taste like?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eReviewers describe Batch 5 as the most balanced of the early releases: a nose of peanut brittle, roasted corn, and leather; a full-bodied palate that opens grassy and sweetens toward caramel, cotton candy, oak, and cola with a little water; and a finish of oak and caramel with a splash of black cherry fading to soft fruit. At 127.5 proof it lands big but, as the reviews put it, leaves gracefully.\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-5#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 4, 127.2 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; color:var(--mw-accent); }\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 4 is the 2015 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 127.2 proof (63.60% ABV) — the lowest strength of the early run and the most approachable of the first five. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon leaning on caramel, butterscotch, and orchard fruit, it carries the same 127.2 proof the line returned to in 2025, so the laser code (L15) places this one in 2015.\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\u003eThe lowest registered proof boundary of the early foundational run — 127.2 (63.60% ABV) — completely uncut and unfiltered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official fourth master release installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in 2015.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWidely celebrated across enthusiast circles as the gentlest, most approachable configuration of the first five iterations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDensely layered flavor architecture highlighting sweet caramel, rich butterscotch, and stewed orchard fruit over a soft, sippable body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBecause the 2025 allocation cycle returned to this exact 127.2 profile, auditing the physical glass-etched L15 code is necessary to identify this true 2015 vintage. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Intensely sweet caramel corn and rich vanilla bean butterscotch emerge alongside warm stewed orchard apples, soft dark honey, and a light background hint of seasoned wood oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sugar-sweet, coating, and texturally velvety; dense layers of buttery brown sugar, candy corn, and caramelized apples ride softly across the tongue with beautifully restrained heat velocity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium in overall length, exceptionally sweet, and gentle; soft oak wood tannins fade away into clean close notes of lingering dark stone fruits.\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 4 holds a uniquely forgiving position within the library's cask-strength landscape, heavily lauded for delivering a classic, dessert-forward sweetness that masterfully buffers its high proof without requiring aggressive water dilution. It marks a fascinating stylistic pivot point in early unblended history, stepping down noticeably in heat from its high-proof predecessors. It slots cleanly into your store vertical directly following \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-3\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 3, the first under 130\u003c\/a\u003e. Explore alternative proof limits across the entire vertical index via the rest of the \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof batches.\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\u003e127.2 proof · 63.60% 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 4 (No printed numerical index; 127.2 proof configuration twinned with 2025; L15 glass code confirms 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 Matrix \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 4 — 2015 Foundational Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe lowest proof tier of the early foundational run; highly prized for its forgiving, caramel-forward architecture\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!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 4 represents a critically important historical bookend within the early unblended lineage—the 2015 bottling, fourth in the line, and significantly scarcer than contemporary releases. Because its 127.2 entry was later replicated a decade later, verifying the physical glass laser code near the lower base remains paramount to guarantee true vintage value. Protect asset integrity by cellaring upright inside a dark vault shelf away from sunlight loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAt 127.2 proof it stands as the single most forgiving allocation of the early run, allowing its core layers of dense caramel and buttery brown sugars to be effortlessly enjoyed completely neat. While it takes water beautifully to amplify its spicy oak sub-notes, it requires zero taming. Pour neat into fine crystal ware and observe its transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBatch 4 is built entirely on the distillery's celebrated low-rye mash platform—the exact grain recipe shared with legendary expressions like George T. Stagg, separated fundamentally by barrel age parameters—distilled at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e, and matured inside the brick-and-wood walls of Colonel Taylor's century-old warehouses. The 2015 vintage carries zero age statement and was packaged straight to glass completely uncut and unfiltered at 127.2 proof.\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\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 complete storefront protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe checks before a bottle ships\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ecareful storage and dispatch\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ewhat each listing must meet\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=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat proof is E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 4?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 4 is bottled at 127.2 proof (63.60% ABV), uncut and unfiltered — the lowest proof of the line's first five batches. The 2025 release also came in at 127.2, so the proof doesn't separate them on its own; the laser code does, and Batch 4 reads L15 for 2015. It is the strength the barrels delivered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eIs E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 4 more approachable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eAt 127.2 proof, Batch 4 is the gentlest of the line's first five batches — well below the 134.5 and 135.4 of the opening pair — and reviewers find the strength sits softly for a barrel-proof bourbon, with caramel, butterscotch, and stewed-fruit sweetness. It is an easier pour than the early high-proof releases, though still bottled uncut and unfiltered at full barrel strength.\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-4#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 3, 129.0 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; color:var(--mw-accent); }\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 3 is the 2014 release, bottled uncut and unfiltered at 129.0 proof (64.50% ABV) — the first batch to step below 130, and a more approachable strength after the blistering first two. A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon with the line's caramel, oak, and baking-spice signature, it shares its 129.0 proof with the 2022 release, so the laser code (L14) — not the proof alone — pins it to 2014.\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 129.0 proof (64.50% ABV) — the first batch under 130.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official third master release installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in 2014.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMarks a historic milestone step downward in raw strength velocity compared to the line's initial high-proof entries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDelivers the portfolio's core signature parameters of rich caramel, wood oak, sweet vanilla, and baking spices at a more accessible proof tier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBecause the 2022 allocation cycle shares this exact 129.0 signature, auditing the physical glass-etched L14 code is necessary to identify this true 2014 vintage. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Rich melted caramel and sweet vanilla bean paste over toasted oak wood woodiness, accompanied by a bright floral, slightly fruity orchard lift and soft tobacco leaf trails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly structural and beautifully coating; warm toasty vanilla pudding, dried oak flairs, and sharp peppercorns surround a deep, decadent unrefined caramel core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantially long, clean, and warming; a distinct rye-like baking spice blends masterfully with sweet, lingering dark orchard fruits past the swallow.\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 3 marks the line's historic initial move toward an integrated, more approachable cask velocity. At 129.0 proof, the 2014 release steps well back from the blistering 134.5 and 135.4 proof bars of the opening pair, while retaining the deep structural integrity that built the brand's critical prestige. It shares its chemical proof twin configuration with the later 2022 run, making laser inspection key. It follows chronology directly succeeding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-2\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe record-proof Batch 2 release\u003c\/a\u003e. Analyze alternative selections within \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe full 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\u003e129.0 proof · 64.50% 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 3 (No printed numerical index; 129.0 proof configuration twinned with 2022 vintage; L14 glass laser code confirms 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 Matrix \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 3 — 2014 Foundational Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe first unblended installment to dip under the 130 proof ceiling; highly prized for its balanced drinkability metrics\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!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 3 represents a critically rare early-era bookend within the unblended lineage—the 2014 bottling, third in the line, and significantly harder to locate than contemporary print blocks. Because its 129.0 entry was replicated years later, verifying the lower physical glass laser line remains paramount to guarantee true asset authenticity. Protect cellaring conditions by storing upright inside a dark vault shelf away from light paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAt 129.0 proof it presents a beautifully integrated, forgiving cask structure, allowing its core notes of dark vanilla cream and oak to be comfortably enjoyed completely neat. While a short rest in the glass or a slow drop of mineral water effortlessly rounds out its spice tail, it requires zero taming. Pour neat and observe its expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBatch 3 is built entirely on the distillery's celebrated low-rye mash platform—the exact grain recipe shared with legendary expressions like **George T. Stagg**, separated fundamentally by barrel age parameters—distilled at DSP-KY-113 in **Frankfort, Kentucky**, and matured inside the brick-and-wood walls of Colonel Taylor's century-old warehouses. The 2014 vintage carries zero age statement and was packaged straight to glass completely uncut and unfiltered at 129.0 proof.\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\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 complete storefront protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we verify a bottle\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003evault storage and delivery\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe way a listing is checked\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=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat proof is E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 3?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 3 is bottled at 129.0 proof (64.50% ABV), uncut and unfiltered — the first E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof to come in under 130. Because the 2022 batch is also 129.0, the proof alone doesn't separate them; the laser code does, and Batch 3 reads L14 for 2014. The number is whatever the barrels yielded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eHow do you tell E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 3 from the 2022 batch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eBoth the 2014 Batch 3 and the 2022 Batch 11 were bottled at 129.0 proof, so the proof alone won't separate them — they're told apart by the laser code etched near the base of the bottle. The first characters give the bottling year: Batch 3 reads L14, the 2022 release reads L22. Batch 3 is the earlier and scarcer of the two, the third release in the line.\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-3#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 2, 135.4 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; color:var(--mw-accent); }\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 2 is the highest-proof release in the line — 135.4 proof (67.70% ABV), uncut and unfiltered, from 2013. The second barrel-proof bottling, it kept the bold \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye character of the first but ran spicier, with a honey sweetness the original lacked. No batch number appears on an \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof label; the 135.4 proof, unmatched by any other batch, marks it out.\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\u003eThe line's highest proof ceiling ever recorded — 135.4 proof (67.70% ABV) — bottled completely uncut and unfiltered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe official second master release installment of the highly coveted annual small-batch sequence, allocated in 2013.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDistinguished across enthusiast vertical tastings for showing a significantly punchier barrel spice and an elegant honey-like sweetness absent from the original run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eDense flavor layers of dark chocolate flakes, toasted oak, and allspice over caramel apple, candied pecan, and cracked pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBecause 135.4 proof stands as an entirely non-twinned registration mark across portfolio history, it serves as its own definitive identifier on the glass alongside the lower L13 code. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Intensely rich and uncompromised; concentrated dark chocolate shards open over heavy seasoned white oak, dark vanilla pod extractives, ground allspice, and a touch of black anise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, profoundly visceral, and commanding; layers of thick caramel apple reduction and candied orchard pecans melt into pure raw honey, split cinnamon bark, and heavy cracked black pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately long, structured, and beautifully drying; aromatic waves of fine cigar tobacco leaf and deep wood chars linger cleanly past the swallow.\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 2 occupies a historic position as the absolute peak-velocity powerhouse of the unblended small-batch library. Praised for delivering a dense, honey-forward weight that masterfully buffers its immense proof scale, it represents a core milestone entry that many panel reviewers judge to be a superior, more layered pour than the initial debut. It captures the timeline directly succeeding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-1\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 2012 original release\u003c\/a\u003e. Track alternative proof milestones across the entire collection index via \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eevery E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof batch\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\u003e135.4 proof · 67.70% ABV (Barrel Strength Cask Run) — Highest in Line History\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch Hierarchy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 2 (No printed numerical index; unique 135.4 configuration matched against L13 glass laser stamp confirms 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 Matrix \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 warehouse wood barrels aged ~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 2 — 2013 Foundational Allocation Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe all-time proof record-holder for the entire collection series; highly prized for its dark chocolate and honey architecture\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 2 relies on auditing the physical face parameters. Because its 135.4 entry is completely non-twinned elsewhere in the library sequence, identifying this bottle can be cleanly settled by proof configuration alone, corroborated by the lower L13 glass laser line. Every bottle includes the signature ochre-yellow presentation tube. Protect asset status by cellaring upright inside a dark vault shelf away from light paths.\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 2 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, completely skipping any modern chill-filtration cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- TRUST ACCORDION DEPLOYMENT --\u003e\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 complete storefront protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow a bottle clears authentication\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003estorage and protective shipping\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe standards every listing meets\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 2?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 2 reaches 135.4 proof (67.70% ABV) — the highest of any E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof batch — bottled uncut and unfiltered. The label shows no batch number, so the proof is the identifier, and 135.4 is matched by no other release (laser code L13). It is whatever the barrels measured, not a set target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eIs E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 2 the highest proof?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eYes — at 135.4 proof (67.70% ABV), the 2013 Batch 2 is the strongest E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof the line has released, ahead of even the 134.5 original. Reviewers describe it as spicier than Batch 1, with a honey-like sweetness and notes of dark chocolate, oak, allspice, caramel apple, and cracked pepper. The high strength is the draw, though it is reported to drink less sharply than the nose suggests.\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\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-2#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. 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Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Batch 1, 134.5 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; color:var(--mw-accent); }\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 1 is the original — the first barrel-proof release in the E.H. Taylor line, from 2012 — bottled uncut and unfiltered at 134.5 proof (67.25% ABV). A \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e low-rye bourbon aged in Colonel Taylor's century-old warehouses, it is the most sought-after batch in the line on rarity alone, carrying the rich oak, vanilla, and dark-fruit character of the early releases. \u003cstrong\u003eE.H. Taylor\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel Proof prints no batch number; the 134.5 proof — the second-highest the line has reached — identifies it.\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\u003eBottled completely uncut and unfiltered at an immense 134.5 proof (67.25% ABV) — standing as the second-highest cask concentration in line history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe historic, field-initiating debut installment of the celebrated annual unblended sequence, allocated in 2012.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eWidely acknowledged as the ultimate acquisition prize for portfolio completists due to severe structural rarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eA highly robust, high-velocity profile displaying seasoned oak extracts and deep vanilla beans over dark burnt caramels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBecause standard labels display no numerical batch indices, the unique 134.5 layout index paired with an L12 glass etching serves as definitive verification. Crafted from low-rye Mash Bill #1 inside \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 Commandingly forward; heavy seasoned oak wood and sweet molasses vanillin push past initial ethanol layers, trailing into rich burnt caramels, toasted marshmallow, and a dark orchard fruit edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscous, sweet, and highly intense; an unctuous wave of stewed brown-sugar apples and peanut brittle gives way to bright butterscotch candies, cherry cola, and massive oak extractives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tremendously elongated, drying, and highly warming—serving as a bold, persistent reminder of its true 134.5 proof barrel run velocity.\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 1 marks the ultimate milestone origin point of the entire unblended small-batch library. Highly collected for its historical debut status rather than standard tasting scores, it represents a legendary, textbook example of the distillery's low-rye cask platform pushed to near maximum proof volume. It establishes the foundational lineage blueprint directly preceding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-2\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eBatch 2, the highest-proof release\u003c\/a\u003e. Evaluate alternative historical allocations inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof line\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\u003e134.5 proof · 67.25% ABV (Barrel Strength Cask Run) — Second-Highest in Line History\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch Hierarchy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch 1 (No printed numerical index; unique 134.5 proof configuration matched against L12 glass laser stamp confirms 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 Core \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 warehouse barrels aged 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 1 — 2012 Foundational Debut Run\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistinction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe original release that launched the portfolio lineage; highly coveted for its extreme rarity and historic proof tier\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!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 1 stands as the absolute holy grail of the entire unblended series—the 2012 masterpiece bottle that launched a contemporary collector phenomenon. Because it displays no literal numbering metrics across the face, verification relies fully on cross-examining its unique 134.5 registration marker against the lower glass matrix stamps. Every bottle includes the signature ochre presentation tube. Protect asset pedigree by cellaring upright inside a dark vault shelf away from light paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAt an intense 134.5 proof, this expression commands substantial respect; neat, the core sugars carry heavy wood warmth, but a patient rest or a slow drop of mineral water dramatically coaxes out layers of underlying butterscotch and spice. Pour with intent into fine crystal glassware and observe its expansion over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBatch 1 is forged entirely from the distillery's iconic low-rye mash recipe—the exact grain build shared with legendary companion series like George T. Stagg, separated fundamentally by barrel age parameters—distilled at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e, and matured inside the wood-and-brick walls of Colonel Taylor's century-old warehouses. The 2012 vintage carries zero age statement and was packaged straight to glass completely uncut and un-chill-filtered.\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\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 complete storefront protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe way each bottle is inspected\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow we store and dispatch orders\u003c\/a\u003e, and study \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ewhat a listing must include\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=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:0;\"\u003eWhat proof is E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 1?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eBatch 1 is bottled at 134.5 proof (67.25% ABV), uncut and unfiltered — the first E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof ever released, and the second-highest proof in the line. The label carries no batch number, so the proof identifies it; 134.5 belongs to Batch 1 alone, with a laser code beginning L12. The figure is whatever the barrels gave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"font-weight:bold; margin-top:18px;\"\u003eIs E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Batch 1 the first release?\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eYes — Batch 1, from 2012, is the original E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof, the release that began the line. It is the most collected of the batches, largely on rarity: early bottles seldom surface and command high secondary prices. Reviewers at launch found it young and very hot, with caramel, oak, vanilla, and dark fruit; at 134.5 proof it is the second-strongest batch the line has made.\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\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-1#product\",\n \"name\": \"Colonel E.H. Taylor Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Batch 1\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/www.midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/eh-taylor-barrel-proof-batch-1.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"E.H. 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It is the most collected of the batches, largely on rarity: early bottles seldom surface and command high secondary prices. Reviewers at launch found it young and very hot, with caramel, oak, vanilla, and dark fruit; at 134.5 proof it is the second-strongest batch the line has made.\" }\n }\n ]\n }\n ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Colonel E.H. 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The 2024 edition is officially documented at 17 years and 4 months old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\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\u003eDeep Decadal Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carries a strict 17-year age statement; the 2024 master run aged for a total of 17 years and 4 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Sourcing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted from a limited selection of barrels distilled in the spring of 2007.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Proof Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV), preserving a direct stylistic nod to the original 1970s brand architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Bourbon Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built entirely on Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1, sharing its exact recipe footprints with George T. Stagg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly Allocated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Issued strictly once a year as part of the rare fall allocation series managed by the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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 Intensely structured waves of deep oak wood, concentrated dried orchard fruits, and rich, earthy roasted tobacco leaves lead the arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and highly complex; classic vanilla caramel and coarse black pepper flow into weathered saddle leather and heavy, mature oak extractives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantially long, warm, and drying, leaving behind lingering notes of dark dried fruit, barrel chars, and soft spice leaves.\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;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEagle Rare\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 serves as the highly mature, approachable anchor point of the annual fall collection, intentionally proof-configured at 101 rather than un-cut barrel strength. It commands a distinct collectors' tier resting gracefully between the everyday core 10-year bottling and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/george-t-stagg-2024\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe uncut George T. Stagg bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e. This legendary release is curated perfectly within \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour complete whiskey collection\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, \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\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\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 Matrix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 Years Old (2024 Release Matured 17 Years, 4 Months)\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\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled consistently at 101 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2024 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 \u003c!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2024 allocation arrives wearing the collection's iconic deep navy closure casing, marked clearly with a \"17 Years Old \/ 101 Proof\" face panel. Because specific barrel selection paths shift year to year, the 2007 distillation milestone provides absolute provenance loops within an investment-grade vertical collection. In master displays, it pairs naturally side-by-side with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/william-larue-weller-2024\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe wheated William Larue Weller\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTo fully experience the complex tannins built over 17 years in white oak wood, serve this spirit completely neat or over a single slow-melting ice sphere. Utilizing fine tulip glassware concentrates the delicate aromatics of roasted tobacco and caramel beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis expression is forged entirely from the distillery's core low-rye bourbon mash platform, distilled inside copper columns at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e. The barrels selected for the 2024 bottling run were rested for over 17 years on the first, second, and third floors of Warehouses C, I, and K. Diluted slowly with pure limestone spring water down to its target 101 proof line before bottling, it preserves all traditional oil textures without undergoing extensive heavy chill-filtration loops.\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 editorial and authentication standards\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\u003eWhen was the 2024 Eagle Rare 17-Year distilled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace\u003c\/strong\u003e distilled this bourbon in the spring of 2007, putting the 2024 bottling at 17 years and 4 months; the age statement reflects the youngest whiskey in the bottle. It is bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV), a figure that nods to the original 1970s Eagle Rare. The mash bill is Buffalo Trace's low-rye bourbon recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Eagle Rare 17 different from standard Eagle Rare 10?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe Antique Collection \u003cstrong\u003eEagle Rare 17\u003c\/strong\u003e carries a 17-year age statement and is released once a year in limited quantity, where the standard Eagle Rare is a 10-year-old core bottling. Both use Buffalo Trace's low-rye bourbon mash, but the 17-year spends far longer in oak. Reported notes for the 2024 release include caramel, pepper, leather, oak, roasted tobacco, and dried fruit.\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\/eagle-rare-17-year-2024#product\",\n \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2024 Antique Collection)\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/eagle-rare-17-year-2024.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old is a Kentucky straight bourbon distilled at Buffalo Trace from its low-rye Mash Bill #1, distilled in spring 2007 and bottled at 101 proof for the 2024 Antique Collection.\",\n \"sku\": \"088004018315-24\",\n \"mpn\": \"088004018315-24\",\n \"gtin13\": \"088004018315\",\n \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Eagle Rare\" },\n \"category\": \"Bourbon\",\n \"offers\": {\n \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2024#offer\",\n \"url\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2024\",\n \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n \"price\": \"1399.95\",\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:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2024#breadcrumb\",\n \"itemListElement\": [\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\" },\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Bourbon\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/whiskey\" },\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17 (2024)\" }\n ]\n },\n {\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2024#faq\",\n \"mainEntity\": [\n {\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\n \"name\": \"When was the 2024 Eagle Rare 17-Year distilled?\",\n \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Buffalo Trace distilled this bourbon in the spring of 2007, putting the 2024 bottling at 17 years and 4 months; the age statement reflects the youngest whiskey in the bottle. 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The 2023 release stands as the oldest variant in brand history, bottled at a remarkable 19 years and 3 months old, distilled in the spring of 2004, and presented at its historic 101 proof standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\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\u003eUnprecedented Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The single oldest Eagle Rare 17 allocation ever introduced into the collection, resting for a total of 19 years and 3 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exclusively drawn from a master parcel of choice barrels distilled in the spring of 2004.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured cleanly across nearly two decades within the higher floors of Warehouses C, I, K, M, and Q.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Proof Line:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled at a precise 101 proof (50.5% ABV) as a direct tribute to the original 1975 core brand specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLineage Blueprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged from the distillery's iconic low-rye Mash Bill #1, sharing its ancestral grain architecture with George T. Stagg.\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 Rich aromas of premium dark chocolate and sweet cherry pie filling are carried gracefully by deep wood vanillins and heavy seasoned oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deeply texturing and decadent; rich layers of caramel-drizzled chocolate sponge cake open up over old saddle leather and complex baking spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantially long, drying, and spicy, showing an elegant, earthy cigar-box closure with lingering wood oak char.\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 2023 edition commands the definitive headline position of its vintage cycle, breaking historical boundaries at 19 years and 3 months old while remaining perfectly balanced at its customary 101 proof. This record age statement cleanly isolates it from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2024\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 2024 Eagle Rare 17\u003c\/a\u003e release, making it a high-conviction target inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe rest of the Kentucky whiskey vault\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, \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\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\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 Matrix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-Year Face Statement (2023 True Vintage Maturity: 19 Years, 3 Months)\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\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled consistently at 101 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2023 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 \u003c!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2023 allocation arrives dressed in the portfolio's iconic deep navy closure head foil, featuring the strict \"17 Years Old \/ 101 Proof\" display text. While face parameters mirror alternative generations, the precise 2004 distillation data on the back panel guarantees unique provenance markers for vertical completists. Within master display arrangements, it styles peerlessly next to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/george-t-stagg-2023\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethat year's George T. Stagg\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTo fully experience the immense wood integration built over nearly twenty years, enjoy this spirit completely neat. Bypassing water dilution preserves the delicate chocolate and cherry pie notes perfectly, allowing the earthy cigar-box finish to slowly expand inside fine crystal glassware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey is distilled meticulously from a high-quality low-rye corn mash platform, distilled inside copper column setups at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e. The specific barrels chosen for the historic 2023 vatting run were matured for over 19 years on the middle decks of Warehouses C, I, K, M, and Q. Cut slowly with pure limestone spring runoff water down to its target 101 proof line, it preserves optimal oil weight without undergoing heavy chill-filtration loops.\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 editorial and authentication standards\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\u003eHow old is the 2023 Eagle Rare 17?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAlthough the label states 17 years, the minimum age for any barrel in the bottle, the 2023 release was actually 19 years and 3 months old, the oldest Eagle Rare 17 in the Antique Collection's history at the time. It was distilled in the spring of 2004 and bottled at 101 proof. The barrels aged in Warehouses C, I, K, M, and Q.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the 2023 Eagle Rare bottled at 101 proof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 101 proof is a deliberate tribute to the original Eagle Rare brand, launched in 1975, and the expression is bottled at that strength every year regardless of age. It uses Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1, the same recipe as George T. Stagg. Official notes for 2023 include dark chocolate, cherry pie filling, and an earthy cigar-box finish.\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\/eagle-rare-17-year-2023#product\",\n \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2023 Antique Collection)\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/eagle-rare-17-year-2023.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old is a Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1, distilled in spring 2004 and bottled at 101 proof and 19 years 3 months old for the 2023 Antique Collection.\",\n \"sku\": \"088004018315-23\",\n \"mpn\": \"088004018315-23\",\n \"gtin13\": \"088004018315\",\n \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Eagle Rare\" },\n \"category\": \"Bourbon\",\n \"offers\": {\n \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2023#offer\",\n \"url\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2023\",\n \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n \"price\": \"1899.95\",\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:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2023#breadcrumb\",\n \"itemListElement\": [\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\" },\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Bourbon\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/whiskey\" },\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17 (2023)\" }\n ]\n },\n {\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2023#faq\",\n \"mainEntity\": [\n {\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\n \"name\": \"How old is the 2023 Eagle Rare 17?\",\n \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Although the label states 17 years, the minimum age for any barrel in the bottle, the 2023 release was actually 19 years and 3 months old, the oldest Eagle Rare 17 in the Antique Collection's history at the time. 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The 2020 release was distilled in the spring of 2002, bottled at its traditional 101 proof standard, and uniquely carried a documented 18-year maturation marker on its official release brief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\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\u003eExtended Vintage Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uniquely carried an 18-year-old maturation milestone profile on the distillery's official launch literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Proof Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled precisely at 101 proof (50.5% ABV) as a direct tribute to the brand's original 1975 structural layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRickhouse Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rested cleanly on the cooler first floor of Warehouse P, drawn from identical barrel stocks as the prior annual run but aged an extra year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged entirely from the celebrated \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1 recipe shared with George T. Stagg.\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 Deeply developed oak frameworks beautifully accent notes of ripe orchard cherries, heavy vanilla pastry cream, and dark chocolate flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscous and complex; bold strings of freshly roasted coffee beans and dark sugars interact smoothly with soft caramel chews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, intricate, and drying, showing mature notes of cracked black pepper, fresh garden herbs, and lingering wood tannins.\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 2020 expression stands as an extraordinary chronological anomaly within the portfolio: though the face label preserves its nominal title, its actual contents crossed an extra threshold of wood maturity. At 101 proof, it delivers a remarkably elegant, lower-velocity alternative to the roaring heat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/george-t-stagg-2020\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 130.4-proof George T. Stagg\u003c\/a\u003e from that exact same batch cycle. It anchors the premium historical catalog inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour Kentucky bourbon collection\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, \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\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\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 Matrix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-Year Face Display (True 2020 Vintage Maturity: 18 Years Old · Distilled Spring 2002)\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\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled consistently at 101 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse Sourcing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse P Exclusive (First Floor Allocations)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2020 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 \u003c!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2020 allocation arrives wrapped under the portfolio's iconic deep navy closure head foil, showing the clean \"17 Years Old \/ 101 Proof\" display parameters on the front panels. Because it shared an identical spring 2002 distillation run with the preceding year's release, this specific installment represents the maximum wood depth achieved by that barrel group before the property transitioned stock lots. Chronologically, it directly precedes \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2021\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 2021 Eagle Rare 17\u003c\/a\u003e generation tree inside premium libraries managed by \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTo fully experience the enhanced barrel character built over eighteen years without masking the soft corn profile, enjoy this spirit completely neat at room temperature. Sampling inside a fine tulip glass focuses the intricate oak, coffee, and cracked pepper strings flawlessly across the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey is distilled meticulously from the distillery's flagship low-rye corn mash recipe, using traditional copper column systems at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e. The specific barrels chosen for the celebrated 2020 batching run were cellared for a full eighteen years on the lower decks of Warehouse P. Cut slowly down to its target 101 proof line using pure limestone spring runoff water before bottling, it preserves optimal oil weight without undergoing heavy chill-filtration loops.\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 protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial and authentication standards\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\u003eWhy did the 2020 Eagle Rare 17 carry an 18-year age statement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAlthough the brand is called **Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old**, the 2020 release actually carried an 18-year age statement on **Buffalo Trace**'s official release notes. It was distilled in the spring of 2002 and aged on the first floor of Warehouse P, a year longer than the prior release drawn from the same barrels. It is bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere was the 2020 Eagle Rare 17 aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2020 release matured entirely on the first floor of Warehouse P, drawn from barrels distilled in the spring of 2002 — the same barrels as the prior year's release, aged an additional year. It uses **Buffalo Trace**'s low-rye Mash Bill #1 and is bottled at 101 proof under the direction of the **Sazerac Company**.\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\/eagle-rare-17-year-2020#product\",\n \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2020 Antique Collection)\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/eagle-rare-17-year-2020.jpg\",\n \"description\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old is a Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1, distilled in spring 2002 and bottled at 101 proof for the 2020 Antique Collection, which carried an 18-year age statement.\",\n \"sku\": \"088004018315-20\",\n \"mpn\": \"088004018315-20\",\n \"gtin13\": \"088004018315\",\n \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Eagle Rare\" },\n \"category\": \"Bourbon\",\n \"offers\": {\n \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2020#offer\",\n \"url\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2020\",\n \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n \"price\": \"1599.95\",\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:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2020#breadcrumb\",\n \"itemListElement\": [\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\" },\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Bourbon\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/whiskey\" },\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17 (2020)\" }\n ]\n },\n {\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2020#faq\",\n \"mainEntity\": [\n {\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\n \"name\": \"Why did the 2020 Eagle Rare 17 carry an 18-year age statement?\",\n \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Although the brand is called Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old, the 2020 release actually carried an 18-year age statement on Buffalo Trace's fact sheet. 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The 2019 release was distilled in the spring of 2002, aged for a precise 17 years and 3 months on the first floor of Warehouse P, and bottled at its historic 101 proof standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\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 Proof Specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packaged reliably at 101 proof (50.5% ABV) as an intentional tribute to the original 1975 brand architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecadal Minimum Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stated 17-year display represents the minimum aging floor, capturing a precise total run of 17 years and 3 months in oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse Staging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Positioned cleanly on the cooler first floor of Warehouse P, allowing a smooth, lower-velocity maturation cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume Evaporation Metrics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concluded its decadal sleep with a total batch evaporation loss of 66% to the surrounding microclimate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Core Recipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged entirely from the distillery's iconic \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1stocks.\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 Developed notes of cooked orchard cherries, seasoned rackhouse oak framing, and sweet maple syrup provide a classical presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and remarkably refined; soft layers of artisan cocoa powder and warm caramelized sugars interact smoothly with oak vanillins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantially long; elegant streaks of baking cinnamon, dry tobacco leaf, and crisp spearmint linger cleanly.\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;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEagle Rare 17\u003c\/strong\u003e functions as the quiet, oak-driven pillar of the annual portfolio, capturing Best of Category honors at the LA International Spirits Competition. At 101 proof, it delivers the most delicate texture of its release group, providing a highly sophisticated contrast to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thomas-h-handy-sazerac-2019\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe high-proof 2019 Thomas H. Handy release\u003c\/a\u003e. It occupies an elite tier inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour complete whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- EMBEDDED HIGH-RES FLAT BOTTLE PORTRAIT BANNER --\u003e\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTrWcRA2OxLgJeMKqt0zxordgPUNQMgs6jh-xVCDknlcA\u0026amp;s\" alt=\"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Antique Collection Bourbon Bottle Layout\" class=\"mw-img-fluid\"\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, \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\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\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 Matrix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-Year Face Statement (True 2019 Vintage Maturity: 17 Years, 3 Months)\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\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled consistently at 101 Proof · Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse Sourcing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse P Exclusive (First Floor Allocations)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvaporation Metrics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66% Total Batch Volume Evaporation Loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompetition Awards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest of Category · LA International Spirits Competition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCritical Honors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e93\/100 Evaluation Ranking · Whisky Advocate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2019 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 \u003c!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2019 allocation arrives dressed in the portfolio's iconic deep navy closure head foil, displaying the clean \"17 Years Old \/ 101 Proof\" indicator panel on the face glass. Because this expression is completely chill filtered, it preserves crisp visual clarity even when cold-stored or poured over ice. Crucially, the choice casks selected for this lot were left in place to age for an extra year, meaning it stands as the exact direct liquid foundation piece to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2020\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe historic 18-year-statement 2020 Eagle Rare release\u003c\/a\u003e tree inside portfolios managed by \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTo fully experience the enhanced barrel characteristics built over seventeen years without masking the soft low-rye corn profile, enjoy this spirit completely neat at room temperature. The 101 proof delivery is masterfully calculated by the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e to carry its rich cocoa and caramel weight flawlessly without water assistance; however, sampling inside a tulip glass focuses the herbal tobacco finish beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey is distilled meticulously from a premium low-rye corn mash recipe, using traditional copper column configurations at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e. The specific barrels chosen for the celebrated 2019 batching run were cellared for over seventeen years on the cooler lower decks of Warehouse P. Cut slowly down to its target 101 proof line using pure limestone spring runoff water before bottling, it undergoes a dedicated chill-filtration loop to ensure absolute liquid stability under the global brand parameters managed by the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac\u003c\/strong\u003e corporate group.\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 editorial and authentication standards\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 age statement did the 2019 Eagle Rare 17 carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2019 **Eagle Rare 17** was bottled at 17 years and 3 months, matching the brand's standard 17-year statement. It was distilled in the spring of 2002, aged on the first floor of Warehouse P, and bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV). The following year's release, drawn from the same barrel groups, carried an 18-year statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 2019 Eagle Rare 17 chill filtered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eYes. Unlike the uncut, unfiltered Stagg, Weller, and Handy lines, **Eagle Rare 17** is chill filtered and bottled at 101 proof. The 2019 release was distilled in spring 2002 and aged 17 years and 3 months on the first floor of Warehouse P, with a 66% evaporation loss. Official notes include cocoa, caramel, and oak under the direction of the **Sazerac Company**.\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\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019#product\",\n \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2019 Antique Collection)\",\n \"image\": \"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTrWcRA2OxLgJeMKqt0zxordgPUNQMgs6jh-xVCDknlcA\u0026s\",\n \"description\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old is a Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1, distilled in spring 2002 and bottled at 101 proof for the 2019 Antique Collection, aged 17 years and 3 months.\",\n \"sku\": \"088004018315-19\",\n \"mpn\": \"088004018315-19\",\n \"gtin13\": \"088004018315\",\n \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Eagle Rare\" },\n \"category\": \"Bourbon\",\n \"offers\": {\n \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019#offer\",\n \"url\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019\",\n \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n \"price\": \"1699.95\",\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:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019#breadcrumb\",\n \"itemListElement\": [\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\" },\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Bourbon\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/whiskey\" },\n { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17 (2019)\" }\n ]\n },\n {\n \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019#faq\",\n \"mainEntity\": [\n {\n \"@type\": \"Question\",\n \"name\": \"What age statement did the 2019 Eagle Rare 17 carry?\",\n \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The 2019 Eagle Rare 17 was bottled at 17 years and 3 months, the brand's standard 17-year statement. 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The 2020 release was distilled in the spring of 2002, bottled at its traditional 101 proof standard, and uniquely carried a documented 18-year maturation marker on its official release brief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\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\u003eExtended Vintage Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uniquely carried an 18-year-old maturation milestone profile on the distillery's official launch literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Proof Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled precisely at 101 proof (50.5% ABV) as a direct tribute to the brand's original 1975 structural layout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRickhouse Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rested cleanly on the cooler first floor of Warehouse P, drawn from identical barrel stocks as the prior annual run but aged an extra year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged entirely from the celebrated \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1 recipe shared with George T. Stagg.\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 Deeply developed oak frameworks beautifully accent notes of ripe orchard cherries, heavy vanilla pastry cream, and dark chocolate flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viscous and complex; bold strings of freshly roasted coffee beans and dark sugars interact smoothly with soft caramel chews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, intricate, and drying, showing mature notes of cracked black pepper, fresh garden herbs, and lingering wood tannins.\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 2020 expression stands as an extraordinary chronological anomaly within the portfolio: though the face label preserves its nominal title, its actual contents crossed an extra threshold of wood maturity. At 101 proof, it delivers a remarkably elegant, lower-velocity alternative to the roaring heat of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/george-t-stagg-2020\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 130.4-proof George T. Stagg\u003c\/a\u003e from that exact same batch cycle. It anchors the premium historical catalog inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour Kentucky bourbon collection\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, \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\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\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 Matrix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-Year Face Display (True 2020 Vintage Maturity: 18 Years Old · Distilled Spring 2002)\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\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled consistently at 101 Proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse Sourcing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse P Exclusive (First Floor Allocations)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2020 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 \u003c!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2020 allocation arrives wrapped under the portfolio's iconic deep navy closure head foil, showing the clean \"17 Years Old \/ 101 Proof\" display parameters on the front panels. Because it shared an identical spring 2002 distillation run with the preceding year's release, this specific installment represents the maximum wood depth achieved by that barrel group before the property transitioned stock lots. Chronologically, it directly precedes \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2021\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 2021 Eagle Rare 17\u003c\/a\u003e generation tree inside premium libraries managed by \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTo fully experience the enhanced barrel character built over eighteen years without masking the soft corn profile, enjoy this spirit completely neat at room temperature. Sampling inside a fine tulip glass focuses the intricate oak, coffee, and cracked pepper strings flawlessly across the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey is distilled meticulously from the distillery's flagship low-rye corn mash recipe, using traditional copper column systems at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e. The specific barrels chosen for the celebrated 2020 batching run were cellared for a full eighteen years on the lower decks of Warehouse P. Cut slowly down to its target 101 proof line using pure limestone spring runoff water before bottling, it preserves optimal oil weight without undergoing heavy chill-filtration loops.\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. 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It is bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere was the 2020 Eagle Rare 17 aged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2020 release matured entirely on the first floor of Warehouse P, drawn from barrels distilled in the spring of 2002 — the same barrels as the prior year's release, aged an additional year. 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The prized 2017 edition marks a significant, unrepeatable milestone in brand history—standing as the final bottling ever released under the label at its historic 90 proof strength parameter.\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\u003eThe Historic Proof Floor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled precisely at 90 proof (45.0% ABV), representing the final vintage to display this traditional, lower-velocity texturing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Permanent Proof Shift:\u003c\/strong\u003e Following this specific release window, subsequent allocations were elevated permanently up to the robust 101 proof standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecadal Wood Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured thoroughly for 17 full years in charred white oak, distilled from select stocks filled in the spring of 2000.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-Limited Batch Yield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Composed of a remarkably sparse allocation of just 36 barrels total, registering as the single smallest batch size of its entire release set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Bourbon Platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered exclusively from the distillery's iconic \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1 core recipe matrix.\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 Intricate aromas of old dusty oak wood frame sweet elements of rich toffee, mature leather, and light cocoa powder strings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow, exceptionally smooth, and delicate; controlled layers of sweet caramel and restrained dark orchard fruits coat the tongue cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantially long, lean, and drying; mature notes of dry wood tannins, soft tobacco flakes, and delicate baking spices linger on the back palate.\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;\"\u003eThis expression takes the distillery's flagship low-rye mash profile to an extraordinary historical boundary, serving as the final marker of the traditional, lower-proof era. At a smooth 90 proof, this 2017 allocation offers a remarkably delicate texture that stands in historical contrast to the subsequent 101-proof permanent transformation. It holds a distinct position of honor across \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour well-aged American whiskey shelf\u003c\/a\u003e, sitting adjacent to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thomas-h-handy-sazerac-2017\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe six-year-old Handy that year\u003c\/a\u003e within configurations 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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\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 Matrix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 Years Old (True 2017 Vintage Release · Distilled Spring 2000)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 Proof \/ 45.0% ABV (Final 90-Proof Landmark Generation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimestone Spring Reduced · Slow-Vatted Bottling Run · Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse Sourcing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouses C, K, and P Asset Mappings (Rested Across Floors 1, 2, and 3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatch Allocation Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelect Small Batch Vatting of Just 36 Barrels Total\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2017 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 2017 allocation arrives capped under the collection's traditional deep navy closure head foil, showing the original \"17 Years Old \/ 90 Proof\" indicator metrics on the face glass. Because weather patterns and tiny batch volumes restricted this specific year to a historic low of 36 barrels, finding intact examples of this final 90-proof standard is exceptionally difficult for vertical completists. To observe how the flavor architecture shifted following this proof line, compare it directly to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 101-proof 2019 Eagle Rare 17\u003c\/a\u003e release within your custom showcase vaults. The entire product lineup is managed under the primary corporate guidelines of the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTo fully appreciate the mellow oak characteristics and delicate fruit integration built over seventeen years of slow microclimatic interaction, enjoy this spirit completely neat at room temperature. Its original 90 proof architecture is masterfully calculated by \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac\u003c\/strong\u003e to require absolutely zero water dilution; utilizing a fine crystal tulip glass concentrates the soft, dusty oak notes flawlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey is distilled meticulously from a premium corn mash recipe, using traditional copper column setups at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e. The specific 36 barrels chosen for this 2017 allocation run were matured across more than seventeen summers on floors 1, 2, and 3 of Warehouses C, K, and P. Cut slowly down to its target 90 proof line using pure limestone spring water before bottling, it undergoes a dedicated chill-filtration sequence to ensure absolute clarity and liquid stability under the global brand parameters managed by 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\"\u003eour editorial and authentication standards\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\u003eWhy is the 2017 Eagle Rare 17 the last 90-proof release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThrough 2017, Eagle Rare 17 was bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV). Starting with the 2018 release cycle, **Buffalo Trace** permanently raised it to 101 proof, as an intentional historical tribute to the brand's original 1974 launch configurations. That makes the 2017 generation the final Eagle Rare 17 to display the historic lower 90 proof line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow small was the 2017 Eagle Rare 17 batch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIt registered as the smallest small batch of the entire 2017 collection, composed of just 36 barrels total. Heavy microclimatic evaporation loss over 17 years reduced the liquid volume drastically, making it a major rarity. 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Distilled from a landmark low-rye mashbill and aged for nearly two decades, this highly collectible 2015 edition captures the brand's classic 90 proof parameter before its subsequent modern era profile transformation.\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\u003eThe Pre-2018 Proof Era:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottled precisely at 90 proof (45% ABV), representing the historic lower-velocity proof line used before the permanent transition to 101 proof.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecadal Wood Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured thoroughly within charred white oak for 17 full years, balancing deep wood characteristics without excessive tannin bitterness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Bourbon Platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered exclusively from the property's benchmark \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1 template, sharing its grain lineage directly with George T. Stagg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolished Character Sourcing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subjected to a careful chill-filtration sequence to guarantee absolute clarity and long-term liquid stability in storage.\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 Sophisticated notes of dusty oak wood, mature rackhouse char, and a deep, well-integrated baseline of dark stone fruits expand cleanly from the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mellow, round, and highly coating; elegant layers of dark chocolate and sweet dried fruits merge seamlessly with structural oak variables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, extended, and robustly drying; a persistent, clean trail of mature barrel tannins and seasoned vanillins fades out gracefully.\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;\"\u003eEagle Rare 17 functions as the quiet, oak-driven counterbalance to the higher-octane cask strength selections within the annual release block. The 2015 edition captures the spirit at its classic proof line, offering a fascinating retrospective comparative partner next to the high-proof weight of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thomas-h-handy-sazerac-2015\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 126.9-proof Handy rye release\u003c\/a\u003e from the same season. It remains an investment-grade landmark piece across \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour complete whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e hosted at \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\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\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 Matrix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e17 Years Old (True 2015 Vintage Maturity Profile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e90 Proof \/ 45.0% ABV (Classic Low-Proof Baseline)\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eLimestone Reduced · Bottled at 90 Proof · Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n \u003ctd\u003e2015 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (Annual Fall Allocation Run)\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 2015 allocation arrives finished under the line's traditional deep navy closure head foil, showing the pristine \"17 Years Old \/ 90 Proof\" display panel configurations directly on the front panel. Because finding historic expressions from the 90-proof era is increasingly uncommon, this vintage sequence holds immense provenance values for vertical tracking trees. To map out how the profile shifted after the close of this strength baseline, pair it directly against \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2017\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 2017 Eagle Rare 17 release\u003c\/a\u003e within our archive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eTo fully chart its dusty oak complexities and mature dark chocolate notes without overloading the palate, enjoy this spirit completely neat at room temperature. The 90 proof architecture is masterfully calculated by the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e to display its deep, aged wood parameters flawlessly inside a fine tulip glass without requiring any additional water reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis spirit is distilled meticulously from a premium low-rye corn mash profile, utilizing traditional copper column distillation loops at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e. The choice barrels selected for this celebrated 2015 vatting run were matured for seventeen years inside the distillery's core warehouse timber ricks. Cut down to 90 proof with natural limestone water and chill filtered before bottling under the corporate parameters of the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e, it delivers an incredibly polished texture.\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 editorial and authentication standards\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 2015 Eagle Rare 17?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe 2015 Eagle Rare 17 is bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV). Eagle Rare 17 was bottled at 90 proof every year through 2017; the proof rose permanently to 101 with the 2018 release. The 2015 carries the brand's 17-year age statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the 2015 Eagle Rare 17 made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIt is a Kentucky straight bourbon from **Buffalo Trace**'s low-rye Mash Bill #1, the same bourbon recipe as George T. Stagg. 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It ships in 700 mL and 1 L formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cul class=\"mw-list\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFourth annual Jack Daniel's x McLaren partnership bottle (series since 2022; 2026 release)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e86 proof (43% ABV) — above Old No. 7's standard 80 proof\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eMarks two milestones: McLaren's 1,000th Formula 1 Grand Prix and the distillery's 160th anniversary\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBottle wrap motif matches McLaren's 1,000th-Grand-Prix campaign design\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eClassic mash (80% corn, 12% malted barley, 8% rye); Lincoln County Process; 700 mL and 1 L\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 \u003ch3 class=\"mw-card-label\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card-body speakable\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel and vanilla over toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy, medium length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 class=\"mw-card-label\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card-body\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe McLaren bottle is the commemorative wing of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/jack-daniels\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe complete Jack Daniel's shelf\u003c\/a\u003e at Midnight Whiskey — an annual partnership piece rather than a distillery rarity, sitting naturally beside \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jack-daniels-eric-church\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 2020 Eric Church collaboration\u003c\/a\u003e as the family's other partnership edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-gallery\"\u003e\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTqVEkSpYFT_TIme-HQRaHZmfUXA-F6JTWxJJsDB2hrMw\u0026amp;s=10\" alt=\"Jack Daniel's x McLaren 2026 Bottle\" style=\"width:100%; border-radius:4px; border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); object-fit:cover;\"\u003e\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTla6QsRXEIfUOtF0AaVFfFn61GmIGlhxxrclBSWreCBw\u0026amp;s=10\" alt=\"McLaren F1 Partnership Detail\" style=\"width:100%; border-radius:4px; border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); object-fit:cover;\"\u003e\n \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQzQ55ZWCR4t1_kRPdFcSAupghq1Dt1JaA4zOyJrcMc6g\u0026amp;s=10\" alt=\"Jack Daniel's McLaren Edition\" style=\"width:100%; border-radius:4px; border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); object-fit:cover;\"\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJack Daniel Distillery, Lynchburg, Tennessee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTennessee Whiskey (McLaren partnership edition)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2026 — fourth annual (partnership since 2022)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86 proof \/ 43% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash bill\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80% corn, 12% malted barley, 8% rye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcess\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLincoln County Process (sugar-maple charcoal mellowing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarch 2026 — F1 Grand Prix global markets and select locations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700 mL and 1 L [confirm stocked SKU]\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States (Tennessee)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThis is the 2026 bottle — officially a limited edition released March 2026 in Formula 1 Grand Prix global markets — carrying the 1,000th-Grand-Prix wrap design in McLaren's colors. Both 700 mL and 1 L formats exist; confirm which you stock. The Jack Daniel Distillery, registered in 1866, marks its 160th year with this release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eAt 86 proof it works neat, over ice, or in a highball; the extra strength over the standard bottling holds up in mixed serves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe whiskey follows Jack Daniel's classic route: the 80% corn, 12% malted barley, 8% rye mash, mellowed drop by drop through ten feet of sugar maple charcoal (the Lincoln County Process), then aged in new charred American white oak in Lynchburg. For the McLaren 2026 edition it is bottled at 86 proof — a step above the 80-proof Old No. 7 standard — and dressed in a wrap designed for McLaren's 1,000th-Grand-Prix season.\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\u003eEvery bottle sold through Midnight Whiskey is sourced as an authentic, sealed product and inspected before it ships. Orders are packed with padded, glass-rated handling and require an adult signature (21+) on delivery; we do not ship to anyone unable to verify legal drinking age. For our full sourcing and handling protocols, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/[PLACEHOLDER_AUTH_PAGE_SLUG]\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial and authentication standards\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\u003ch3 class=\"mw-q\"\u003eWhat is the Jack Daniel's McLaren 2026 edition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the fourth annual bottle of the Jack Daniel's and McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team partnership, released in March 2026. The Tennessee whiskey inside is bottled at 86 proof, and the bottle wrap design marks McLaren's 1,000th Formula 1 Grand Prix and the Jack Daniel Distillery's 160th anniversary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mw-q\"\u003eWhat proof is the Jack Daniel's McLaren 2026?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Jack Daniel's McLaren 2026 edition is bottled at 86 proof (43% ABV) — above the 80-proof standard of Old No. 7. 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Taylor, Jr. Cured Oak returned in May 2026 as a 10-year, 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, aged in barrels built from oak staves air-dried for 13 months — more than double the distillery's standard curing window — and released once rather than annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Elemental Distinction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n \u003cul class=\"mw-list\"\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eBarrel staves air-dried for 13 months before coopering; Buffalo Trace's standard cure runs about six\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e10-year age statement, bottled at 100 proof under the Bottled-in-Bond Act\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eFirst Cured Oak bottling since the 2015 original\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eOne-time 2026 offering, allocated nationally through Sazerac's retailer, bar, and restaurant network\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 \u003ch3 class=\"mw-card-label\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card-body speakable\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tobacco leaf and dried fruit over vanilla, with seasoned oak underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toffee, vanilla, and dark dried fruit set against a firm frame of oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and dry, led by the seasoned-oak character Buffalo Trace calls out in its release notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n \u003ch3 class=\"mw-card-label\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card-body\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eCured Oak sits apart from the recurring Taylor calendar: Buffalo Trace brought it back in 2026 as a one-off while \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-four-grain-2026\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 2026 Four Grain bottled alongside it\u003c\/a\u003e took the annual slot. National distribution through Sazerac's network puts bottles into retail, bar, and restaurant channels rather than gift-shop-only allocation. It anchors the oak-driven end of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe straight bourbon library at Midnight Whiskey\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Bottled-in-Bond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel staves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir-dried 13 months; standard cure is about six\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKentucky — Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-time limited offering; first return since 2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistribution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNational allocation via Sazerac's retailer, bar, and restaurant network\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eThe original Cured Oak shipped in 2015 with a 17-year age statement, then disappeared from the lineup for more than a decade. The 2026 edition is its own bottling — 10 years old, with the same 13-month stave signature — and Buffalo Trace has said the age was chosen for balance rather than to match the original. On our shelves it reads as provenance kin to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eh-taylor-bottled-in-bond-2025\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe 15-year Antique Collection Taylor\u003c\/a\u003e, the brand's 2025 Antique Collection debut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp\u003ePour it neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass; at 100 proof it takes a few drops of water without thinning, which loosens the vanilla and dried fruit from the oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cdetails\u003e\n \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eCooperages air-dry, or cure, oak staves outdoors before barrels are raised, seasoning the wood that will sit against the spirit for a decade. Buffalo Trace cures most of its staves for roughly six months; for Cured Oak the staves dried for 13 months before coopering, and master distiller Harlen Wheatley credits that extended cure for the deeper, longer oak character of the finished bourbon. As a Bottled-in-Bond release it comes from one distillery and one distilling season, aged at least four years under federal bond and bottled at exactly 100 proof.\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\u003eEvery bottle sold through Midnight Whiskey is sourced as an authentic, sealed product and inspected before it ships. Orders are packed with padded, glass-rated handling and require an adult signature (21+) on delivery; we do not ship to anyone unable to verify legal drinking age. For our full sourcing and handling protocols, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/authentication-standards\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial and authentication standards\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\u003ch3 class=\"mw-q\"\u003eHow is the 2026 E.H. Taylor Cured Oak different from the 2015 release?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2015 Cured Oak carried a 17-year age statement; the 2026 edition is a separate 10-year bottling. Both share the defining 13-month stave cure and the 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond format, and Buffalo Trace released the 2026 version as a one-time offering rather than an annual one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mw-q\"\u003eWhat does 'cured oak' mean on the E.H. Taylor label?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuring is the outdoor air-drying of oak staves before they are raised into barrels. E.H. Taylor Cured Oak uses staves dried for 13 months — more than twice Buffalo Trace's roughly six-month standard — which changes what the wood contributes to the bourbon during aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mw-q\"\u003eWhat proof is the 2026 E.H. Taylor Cured Oak?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 E.H. Taylor Cured Oak is bottled at 100 proof, or 50% ABV, as the Bottled-in-Bond Act requires. 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