Buffalo Trace Unveils Eagle Rare 12
Buffalo Trace Distillery has officially launched Eagle Rare 12. The latest age-stated addition to the Eagle Rare lineup, Eagle Rare 12 debuts as the distillery completes its 10-year, $1.2-billion expansion project, which played a pivotal role in this new expression’s creation.
The liquid – Buffalo Trace’s Mashbill #1 – aged for a minimum of 12 years. In addition to aging a minimum of two years longer than Eagle Rare 10, this expression comes bottled at 95-proof (47.5% ABV), higher than the 90 proof of the 10.
“This whiskey represents more than just time in the barrel — it’s the result of years of dedication, innovation, and an unwavering commitment from our entire team,” says Buffalo Trace master distiller Harlen Wheatley. “The investments we’ve made — in time, resources and effort – have allowed us to explore new possibilities in aging and flavor, and this release is a proud reflection of that journey.”
Eagle Rare 12 opens with a sweet, oaky aroma and hints of almond, according to the distillery. On the palate, it has vanilla and toasted oak, leading to a finish with notes of toffee.
“At Buffalo Trace Distillery, we believe there are no shortcuts to create outstanding whiskey – there is no substitute for quality time spent in the barrel. With Eagle Rare, we are always striving but never satisfied, constantly experimenting to enable better-tasting age stated bourbons,” says Andrew Duncan, global brand director at Buffalo Trace Distillery. “When it was introduced, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey brought higher quality standards to whiskey around the world; now, Eagle Rare pushes the bounds of age stating excellence in Bourbon.”
Eagle Rare 12 will roll out to select retailers, bars and restaurants across the U.S. beginning June 2025 at a suggested retail price of $49.99 per 750-ml. bottle (local taxes and fees dependent). Additional international markets will follow in Fall 2025. This expression joins the Eagle Rare lineup of Eagle Rare 10, Double Eagle Very Rare, Eagle Rare 25 as well as Eagle Rare 17, released each fall as part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.
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