Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail

Ready-to-Drink Whiskey Cocktail | 42% ABV (84 Proof) | 750 mL | Kentucky, USA | Barrel-Aged | Made with Buffalo Trace Bourbon

Process & Profile

Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail is crafted at Buffalo Trace Distillery using the flagship Buffalo Trace Bourbon and classic Peychaud’s Bitters, combined with sugar to recreate a true Old Fashioned build. The mixed cocktail is then aged in charred American oak barrels in the distillery’s warehouses, allowing the whiskey, bitters, sweetness, and oak to integrate over time. Bottled at 84 proof, it delivers a rich, spirit-forward Old Fashioned experience straight from the bottle.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Orange peel, caramel, vanilla, oak, and gentle baking spice.
Palate: Bourbon-driven sweetness with notes of brown sugar, orange zest, bitters spice, and warm oak.
Finish: Medium to long with lingering citrus oil, oak, and balanced sweetness.

What Makes It Special

• Made with Buffalo Trace Bourbon and Peychaud’s Bitters, mirroring a classic bar-quality Old Fashioned.

• Barrel-aged in charred American oak at Buffalo Trace Distillery for added depth and integration.

• Bottled at 42% ABV (84 Proof) for a robust, spirit-forward cocktail profile.

• Truly ready-to-drink: just pour over ice and garnish, no mixing required.

• Ideal for entertaining, gifting, or enjoying a consistent, high-quality Old Fashioned at home.

How to Enjoy

Serve Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail over a large ice cube in a rocks glass and garnish with an orange peel or cocktail cherry for a classic presentation. For a more concentrated experience, enjoy it neat in a small tumbler. It also works well in a smoked Old Fashioned setup or as a quick base to riff on with additional bitters or citrus. Pair with charcuterie, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, or richer savory appetizers to complement its bourbon-forward character.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail?
Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail is a ready-to-drink Old Fashioned made with Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Peychaud’s Bitters, sugar, and barrel aging at Buffalo Trace Distillery.

2. What is the alcohol content of Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail?
Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail is bottled at 42% ABV (84 Proof).

3. Where is Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail produced?
Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail is produced and barrel-aged at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky, USA.

4. What makes Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail special?
Its use of Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Peychaud’s Bitters, and true barrel aging in charred oak barrels creates a bartender-quality Old Fashioned that is fully ready to pour from the bottle.

5. Where can I buy Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail?
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