About the product
Sazerac 18 Year Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey represents the pinnacle of Buffalo Trace's annual Antique Collection. Aged for over 18 years in new charred American oak at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, this 2025 release delivers sophisticated complexity with balanced oak, subtle sweetness, and refined rye spice. Bottled at 90 proof, it maintains smoothness while showcasing the mature character that extended aging develops. Released annually in extremely limited quantities, this highly coveted expression appeals to serious collectors and whiskey connoisseurs seeking rare, elegant depth.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairings
Tasting Notes
Mature oak, caramel, molasses, leather, mint, cinnamon, and subtle rye spice with a long, smooth finish.
Food Pairings
Smoked brisket, grilled lamb, aged cheddar cheese, roasted nuts, and dark chocolate desserts.
About the brand
The brand is named after the Sazerac Coffee House in New Orleans, where the world’s first branded cocktail (The Sazerac) was born in the mid-1800s. Originally made with French brandy, the cocktail switched to American Rye whiskey as it became more popular and available. The Sazerac brand today is a tribute to that New Orleans heritage. Because rye grain matures differently than corn, 18 years is often considered the "absolute limit" for rye before it becomes too bitter. This release is famous for hitting that "apex" of flavor.
