Eagle Rare 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750mL

Eagle Rare 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 47.5% ABV (95 Proof) | 750 mL

Process & Profile

The 2025 introduction of Eagle Rare 12 Year marks a milestone in Buffalo Trace’s celebrated bourbon lineup. Distilled from Mash Bill #1, this bourbon is aged for a minimum of 12 years in new charred American oak and bottled at a robust 95 proof—offering a richer, deeper version of the iconic Eagle Rare 10. Departing from the single-barrel format of the 10-year expression, Eagle Rare 12 is small-batch blended to ensure flavor consistency while retaining complexity and bold character.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Toasted vanilla, almond, honey, and light leather

• Palate: Balanced and smooth with notes of dried fruit, caramel, oak, and toffee

• Finish: Long and warming with lingering oak spice and dark sweetness

What Makes It Special

• Aged for 12 full years, offering increased depth and mature complexity

• Bottled at 95 proof—stronger than the 90 proof Eagle Rare 10

• New batch-labeled format for seasonal collectibility

• Crafted at Buffalo Trace Distillery using the same high-rye mash bill as flagship expressions

• Offered at an accessible MSRP of around $49.99, though availability is limited

How to Enjoy

Best served neat or with a splash of water to open up its layered complexity. It also stands out in classic bourbon-forward cocktails like a Boulevardier or Old Fashioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between Eagle Rare 10 and 12?
   Eagle Rare 12 is aged two years longer and bottled at a higher 95 proof for a richer profile.

2. Is it still single barrel?
   No. The 12-year is now a small batch release to maintain consistency.

3. What’s the mash bill?
   It uses Buffalo Trace’s Mash Bill #1, the same as Eagle Rare 10 and Buffalo Trace Bourbon.

4. Is it a limited release?
   It’s a permanent addition to the Eagle Rare line, but allocation may limit availability.