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This release comes three months after Michter's was named The World's Most Admired Whiskey for an unprecedented third time. In August, Drinks International published the 2025 list of the World's Most Admired Whiskies. The rankings are determined by an international academy consisting of 100 independent global drinks buyers, journalists, bartenders and whisky experts, and it includes legendary distillers from Scotland, Japan, Ireland, and beyond.
By law bourbon must be aged in a brand new barrel, which imparts flavor, color and oak character more quickly than a used barrel. To age a whiskey that will taste wonderful after two decades in a first-use barrel is an extremely difficult endeavor that requires a skillful balance of art and science. I believe that people will appreciate the thoughtful and conscientious work of our production team when they taste this exceptional whiskey," commented Michter's President Joseph J. Magliocco.
Barrel management and precisely controlled warehouse conditions are critical to the quality of aged whiskey. Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson oversees both of these important areas for Michter's. Wilson observed, "Details matter when it comes to aging bourbon gracefully. Michter's 20 Year Bourbon is an exemplary representation of how oak can be used to deepen vanilla, toffee, chocolate, spice, fruit, and confectionery notes that enhance complexity in bourbon. We hope that everyone who gets the opportunity to taste this product is able to experience the beloved attributes of a beautiful, timeless bourbon crafted through intentional aging."
The Eagle Has Landed. 20 Years of Silence. The Absolute Pinnacle of Buffalo Trace.
In the hierarchy of fine American whiskey, there is Rare, there is Very Rare, and then there is the Double Eagle. Released in strictly limited quantities, the Double Eagle Very Rare 2026 edition of represents the absolute ceiling of the Buffalo Trace Distillery’s maturation program. This is a bourbon defined by the number two: two decades of aging, and the two majestic crystal eagles that guard its contents.
The Decades of Distillation
Aged for twice as long as the standard Eagle Rare, this 20-year-old expression has survived the "angel’s share" of two decades in the heart of Kentucky’s most famous rickhouses. Only a handful of barrels possess the structural integrity to reach this age without being overwhelmed by the wood. The result is a liquid that is dark, dense, and remarkably vibrant.
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Nose: An opulent symphony of dark maraschino cherry, toasted oak, and old-growth cedar. Deep undertones of Madagascar vanilla bean and dark chocolate-covered espresso beans drift through the glass.
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Palate: Profoundly complex. The initial hit is a wave of caramelized sugar and dark plum, followed by the sophisticated "antique" taste of aged leather, pipe tobacco, and campfire smoke. Its viscosity is legendary, coating the palate in a silken, oily texture.
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Finish: Exceptionally long and drying. It leaves a lingering memory of clove, star anise, and oak tannins, finished with a final, sweet kiss of dried dark fruits.
The Presentation: Artistry in Glass
The liquid is housed in a handcrafted crystal decanter that is a masterpiece of glasswork. Two beautifully sculpted eagles—one acting as the stopper and the other shimmering within the floor of the bottle—symbolize the rarity and grace of the spirit inside. Each bottle is presented in a shimmering silver case that lights up when opened, signaling that a true treasure has been unveiled. Very few bottles were produced, with an individually-numbered letter of authenticity included with each.
Product Specifications:
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Age: 20 Years
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Proof: 101 Proof (50.5% ABV)
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Distillery: Buffalo Trace (Frankfort, KY)
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Packaging: Hand-blown crystal decanter with light-up display case
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Release Year: 2026
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Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
This is a wonderful expression distilled at the famous Stitzel Weller distillery, at a time when higher proof whiskey was not popular, in fact most of the highest proof whiskey being released was either 100pf or 101pf. This was a release that came in at 107pf and some bottles came with a hang tag note that says "this is what distillers drink" because with the slightly higher proof you can generally get more flavorful and thick whiskey. Stitzel Weller brought the wheated bourbon recipe into the spotlight and now wheated bourbons are some of the most sought after style of whiskey being produced, however none are able to replicate the intricate flavors from Stitzel Weller.
Our Sweet XVI (Sweet 16) Bourbon, released in 2018, was barreled in Missouri charred oak barrels at four entry proofs — 125, 114, 105, and 90 proof. After 16 years, we married the barrels together for a sweet and creamy finish, with toasted pecans and leathery tobacco aromas.
On the nose, the bourbon opens with waxy orchard fruit and pear brandy layered with cedar, apple skin, burnt sugar, dried orange peel, a hint of cola syrup and the nostalgic warmth of aged books. Bottled at 163.2 proof (81.6% ABV), the palate is powerful and concentrated, revealing dark fruit framed by structured oak tannins. The finish is exceptionally long, evolving into notes of pine boughs and baked apple. With a few drops of water, the whiskey softens and opens into delicate apple blossom florals, adding elegance to its depth and intensity.
- Product: Stitzel Reserve 31-Year-Old Bourbon Whiskey
- Collection: Stitzel Reserve
- Release Number: Second release
- Distilled: 1992
- Proof: 163.2 proof / 81.6% ABV
- Allocation: 176 bottles
- Bottle Size: 750mL
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