Spirits $250 - $499

Hand Selected by Zach Faden, Spirits Concierge at The Bourbon Concierge

• 17 Years
• Distilled In: Kentucky
• Aged In: Kentucky & Virginia
• Bottled In: Virginia
• Cooperage: ISC
  
• Barrel Strength
• No Coloring
• No Filtering
• 129.7 Proof / 64.85% ABV 
• Yield: 72 Bottles
  
• T8KE's Tasting Notes: Syrupy molasses, black pepper, rich cola and imposing oak meets vanilla cream, decadent tannin and notes of blackberry, nougat, ginger and pepper. Viscous, opulent mouthfeel and powerful, layered finish. 

*Bottle may be new design with black labels, or old design with tan labels*

For over two centuries Buffalo Trace Distillery has been a pioneering leader in quality and innovation. The Single Oak Project is its most inventive and comprehensive experiment yet. It all started with 96 individually selected American oak trees that differed according to the number of growth rings per inch and growing location. Each tree was then cut into two parts - top and bottom - yielding 192 unique tree sections. A single barrel was constructed from each section. Prior to construction, the stave seasoning was varied. The 192 barrels were then charred differently. These single oak barrels were then filled with different recipe whiskeys, at various entry proofs and aged in a variety of different warehouse styles. This experiment allows whiskey connoisseurs to directly compare the impact of seven different critical variables across 192 bottles for a total of 1,396 taste combinations. None of the 192 bottles in the complete set are exactly alike. The Single Oak Project is undoubtedly the most extensive bourbon experiment ever undertaken.

The Rising Tide "Reserve" Bundle: Old Stubborn & Old Swagger 12-Year

The Final Pour. Exclusive Reserve Stock Release. The 4th Release Power Pair.

When the 4th Release of Old Stubborn Potstill Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon hit the shelves, it didn't just sell—it vanished. Recognized as one of the most sophisticated bourbons of the year, it quickly became a "Ghost Bottle" for collectors.

Now, for a strictly limited time, we are dipping into our Safety Stock—the private reserve held back. We have paired these final, coveted bottles of Old Stubborn with its legendary counterpart, the Old Swagger 12-Year Straight Rye, to create the ultimate "Reserve" Bundle.

The Treasures Within:

1. Old Stubborn Potstill Single Barrel Cask Strength Wheated Boubon (The Reserve)

• The Status: Sold Out Nationwide. This is part of our final "Safety Stock" allocation.

• The Profile: A teenage bourbon that refuses to be ignored. It is thick, viscous, and dark, defined by toasted praline, black cherry skins, and weathered oak. Aged 11-14  years, the tannins are velvet-soft, framing a core of deep molasses and tobacco.

2. Old Swagger 12-Year Bottled-in-Bond Straight Rye

• The Vibe: The perfect balance of "high-rye" heat and "aged-oak" grace.

• The Profile: Twelve years in the barrel have transformed this rye into a masterpiece of cinnamon-dusted ginger, salted caramel, and pipe tobacco. It provides a spicy, sophisticated counterpoint to the dark sweetness of the Old Stubborn.

Why the Reserve Bundle?

This is not a standard release; it is a "Vault Opening." By releasing the last of the Old Stubborn stock within this bundle, we ensure that true enthusiasts can experience the full narrative of the Rising Tide 4th Release. Both bottles carry a prestigious level of quality, transparency, and proof power represents the pinnacle of American whiskey.

Bundle Specifications:

• Exclusivity: Final Reserve Stock Allocation.

• Total Age: 25 Combined Years of Maturation.

• Included: (1) Old Stubborn Bourbon & (1) Old Swagger 12yr Rye

Rhetoric 23 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the fourth in the Rhetoric Series of progressively aged whiskeys from the Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company. Diageo's Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company is a series of bottles that came from barrels that were abandoned or forgotten at rickhouses and distilleries. Aged 4 years longer than the first release, it is slightly more mature and carries a 90.6 proof. The whiskey will continue to be progressively aged and were re-released annually at a year older.

This 2024 Limited Edition release is a symphony of lively flavors that captivate the senses with every sip. Creamy vanilla, honey and brown sugar on the nose are followed by the flavors of ripe berries and tangy citrus on the palate. Intertwined are herbal notes and Four Roses' signature mellow spice to balance out the layers of complexity and sweetness with a delicate finish – for a pour that's ready to savor and enjoy.
108.2 Proof / Aged 12 - 20 Years

**This may be filled with a 700ml or 750ml bottling**

• Distilled: Kentucky 
• Aged: Kentucky & Virginia 
• Bottled: Virginia (THE REVERIES) 
• Single Barrel, Barrel Strength 
• ABV: 58%ABV | 116 Proof
• Tasting Notes: Rich toffee, brown sugar, tobacco and plum meets cherry reduction and blackberry jam, rich and heavy oak, caramel candies and black pepper. 

Weller 12 Years Old Year Of The Dragon is a limited-edition bottling of Weller, the original wheated bourbon, released exclusively for the Taiwanese market to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. Weller is made with wheat instead of rye in the mash bill, giving the bourbon its signature sweet, gentle and smooth character. A long maturation in new oak casks brings complex flavors of vanilla, oak and cinnamon. Weller 12 Years Old Year Of The Dragon is presented in a special tube with a gorgeous dragon design.

• Distilled: Kentucky 
• Aged: Kentucky & Virginia 
• Bottled: Virginia (THE REVERIES) 
• Single Barrel, Barrel Strength 
• ABV: 58.5%ABV | 117 Proof
• Tasting Notes: Rich apple butter, cherry pie and graham cracker meets formidable oak, toffee and orange peel. Decadent and rich oakiness with an incredible finish. 

Rhetoric 22 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the third Rhetoric release from the Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company. Diageo's Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company is a series of bottles that came from barrels that were abandoned or forgotten at rickhouses and distilleries.
Aged two years longer than the first release, it is slightly more mature and carries a higher proof. The whiskey will continue to be progressively aged and were re-released annually at a year older. However, the earlier releases are now the most desirable for bourbon aficianados. Beginning with hints of toasted grains, cherries, and oak wood, Rhetoric 22 Year Old tastes of toasted oak, dark chocolate with ripe banana, and baking spices of clove and anise. The finish is long and woody, ending with dark chocolate notes.

• Distilled: Kentucky 
• Aged: Kentucky & Virginia 
• Bottled: Virginia (THE REVERIES) 
• Single Barrel, Barrel Strength 
• ABV: 68% ABV | 136 Proof 
• Tasting Notes: Monstrous and powerful, loaded with orange peel and apple peel, brown sugar, heavy imposing oak and rich pipe tobacco. Generous caramels and decadent dessert character. 

*May be 700ml or 750ml bottlings*

A blend of 12- and 13-year-old

Aging our whisky for over 10 years wasn't something we ever did. Not because we didn't believe in it but because we hadn't found our way of doing it. Maker’s Mark® Cellar Aged defines an older whisky that’s distinctly Maker’s. By embracing both the unique impact that our warehouse and cellar maturation have on flavor, we've created an older expression that is richer and more complex whilst staying true to the founder's taste vision of bourbon without the bite. The 2024 Release of Cellar Aged is an artistic blend of 12- and 13-year-old barrels to achieve the taste vision for a brighter, fruiter and more complex Maker’s Mark. 

Rhetoric 21 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the second in the Rhetoric Series of progressively aged whiskeys from the Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company. Diageo's Orphan Barrel Whiskey Distilling Company is a series of bottles that came from barrels that were abandoned or forgotten at rickhouses and distilleries. The next iteration of Orphan Barrel’s progressively aged series, Rhetoric, Aged 21 Years speaks to whiskey enthusiasts with much persuasiveness as another year in the barrel bursts with new smells, flavors and tastes. Aromas of cherry, sweet tobacco, honey and leather build upon the oak, fruit, vanilla and caramel of its counterpart with new tastes of sweet tobacco, dark chocolate, baking spices and honey.

WhistlePig Double Malt 18 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey is a mouthful in both senses, and it's the oldest WP's release to date. This Rye Whiskey (79% rye, 15% malted rye, and 6% malted barley) spent full 18 years in the barrel and the result is a symphony of soft, floral rich and spicy flavors. Sweet and aromatic on the nose with notes of berries, nutmeg and toasted oak. Smooth and spicy dance of fruity and floral flavors, followed by vanilla and oak on the palate. Long, clean and spicy finish.

*no specific batch*