Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection Seasoned Stave Whiskey

$299
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Buffalo Trace’s 22nd experimental whiskey release is all about barrel staves, and how longer seasoning affects the final product.

The Experimental Collection first appeared on shelves back in 2006. Experimental bourbons tend to focus on one individual contributing factor, with the idea to see what impact a particular ingredient will have on the final whiskey. Past experimental releases have focused on aging conditions, grain types, and other factors. These new whiskeys were aged nine years in barrels made from extremely seasoned staves.

“The bourbons, filled with Buffalo Trace’s mash recipe #1, were put away to age on October 27, 2009 in new barrels with staves that were seasoned for 36 months and 48 months,” Buffalo Trace explained in a press release this morning. “Most barrel staves air dry for six months, but these oak staves were allowed to season for much longer in hopes the barrels would offer a unique flavor, different than standard barrels.”

Buffalo Trace says the difference between the two bottles is slight, but the difference between these experiments and traditional Buffalo Trace whiskeys is noticeable.

“The 48 month seasoned stave barrels created a more mellow taste and holds less flavor from the wood,” stated Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley. “The 36 month seasoned stave bourbon is a little more flavorful with oak notes and caramel present.” We offer the 36 month expression.

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Country USA
Region Kentucky
Brand Buffalo Trace
Container Bottle
Container Size 375ml
Product Subcategory Whiskey
Distillery Buffalo Trace
Feature Allocated & Limited Edition
Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection Seasoned Stave Whiskey 375ml
Buffalo Trace

Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection Seasoned Stave Whiskey

$299

Buffalo Trace’s 22nd experimental whiskey release is all about barrel staves, and how longer seasoning affects the final product.

The Experimental Collection first appeared on shelves back in 2006. Experimental bourbons tend to focus on one individual contributing factor, with the idea to see what impact a particular ingredient will have on the final whiskey. Past experimental releases have focused on aging conditions, grain types, and other factors. These new whiskeys were aged nine years in barrels made from extremely seasoned staves.

“The bourbons, filled with Buffalo Trace’s mash recipe #1, were put away to age on October 27, 2009 in new barrels with staves that were seasoned for 36 months and 48 months,” Buffalo Trace explained in a press release this morning. “Most barrel staves air dry for six months, but these oak staves were allowed to season for much longer in hopes the barrels would offer a unique flavor, different than standard barrels.”

Buffalo Trace says the difference between the two bottles is slight, but the difference between these experiments and traditional Buffalo Trace whiskeys is noticeable.

“The 48 month seasoned stave barrels created a more mellow taste and holds less flavor from the wood,” stated Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley. “The 36 month seasoned stave bourbon is a little more flavorful with oak notes and caramel present.” We offer the 36 month expression.

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  • 375ml
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