Eagle Rare 10 Year is Buffalo Trace's single-barrel-style standard bearer for aged bourbon: a 90-proof Kentucky straight bourbon aged a full ten years, with a dry, oaky character that has made it a perennial favorite of collectors.
Eagle Rare is made at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. The brand debuted in 1975 at 101 proof, a figure the distillery later honored in Double Eagle Very Rare. Today the 10 Year is bottled at 90 proof and is allocated, so shelves empty quickly.
The bourbon is aged for at least ten years in new charred oak and bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV). The recipe is Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1.
Awards & Recognition
- Master Medal: American Whiskey Masters (2020)
- Gold: San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2016)
- 94 points: Beverage Testing Institute
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Complex aromas of toffee, hints of orange peel, herbs, honey, leather and oak.
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Palate: Bold, dry, oaky flavors with notes of candied almonds and very rich cocoa.
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Finish: Dry and lingering.
Specifications
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Producer: Buffalo Trace Distillery
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Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
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Expression / Batch: Eagle Rare 10 Year
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Age: 10 years
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Proof / ABV: 90 proof (45% ABV)
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Region: Kentucky, United States
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Pour it neat or over a single large cube. The dry, cocoa-forward finish pairs well with dark chocolate and a medium-bodied cigar.
Allocated release: limited availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Eagle Rare?
At least 10 years.
What proof is it?
90 proof (45% ABV).
Is it hard to find?
It is allocated, so availability is limited.
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