Introducing the 2024 edition Thomas H. Handy Straight Rye, a six-year and three-month-old whiskey bottled at a robust cask strength of 127.2 proof. This release features a solid amber hue and exhibits a thick film and notable legs upon swirling. The nose reveals candied herbal rye, which resonates on the palate alongside lemon and bitter notes, underscored by a prominent oak influence. A rich mouthfeel completes the experience. Part of Buffalo Trace`s annual Antique Collection releases.
Named after the New Orleans bartender who first used rye whiskey in the Sazerac Cocktail, this uncut and unfiltered Straight Rye Whiskey is bottled directly from the barrel, just as it was over a century ago. Full of rich flavors, this authentic American rye whiskey is a symbol of the timeless history of New Orleans and the legacy of Thomas H. Handy.
About Buffalo Trace
Buffalo Trace Distillery is a distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, owned by the Sazerac Company. It has historically been known by several names, including the George T. Stagg Distillery and the Old Fashioned Copper (O.F.C.) Distillery. Its namesake bourbon brand, Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon whiskey, was introduced in August 1999. The company claims the distillery is the oldest continuously-operating distillery in the United States. The company says the name "Buffalo Trace" refers to an ancient buffalo crossing on the banks of the Kentucky River in Franklin County, Kentucky. The Sazerac Company purchased the distillery in 1992.
On The nose, powerful, lush, & boldly spicy.
Flavours of toffee, fig cake, and candied fruit, followed by mint, cinnamon and clove.
The finish ultimately reveals subtle notes of allspice, coconut and nutmeg. Long and warm.
