Eagle Rare 10 year old Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon whiskey 45%

A 10-year-old bourbon named after America's national bird.

Expert description

Eagle Rare 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is Buffalo Trace Distillery's age-stated core expression, matured for at least 10 years, bottled at 45%. Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, is the oldest continuously operating distillery in the United States. The site was first built as a commercial distillery in 1858 and later taken over by Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr., often called 'the father of the modern bourbon industry'. The distillery continued production through Prohibition under a medicinal licence and has been owned by the family-run Sazerac Company since 1992.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is full with caramel, honey and a hint of dried fruit.

Palate

The palate offers brown sugar, toasted wood and spice.

Finish

The finish is long, warm and round.

Specifications

Name: Eagle Rare 10 år Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery
Region/Country: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Age: 10 years
ABV: 45%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Full-bodied · Spiced · Warm · Caramel

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Frequently asked questions about Eagle Rare 10 år Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

What makes Buffalo Trace Distillery special?

It is the oldest continuously operating distillery in the United States, having even continued production through Prohibition under a medicinal licence.

How is Eagle Rare 10 år Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey best served?

Neat or with a single ice cube to open up the aromas.

Why is it called Eagle Rare?

The name refers to the American bald eagle, the national bird of the United States, and also signals that the whiskey is a rare, age-stated release compared to the distillery's other core expressions.

Is Eagle Rare 10 year old Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon whiskey 45% a good gift idea?

Yes, Eagle Rare 10 year old Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon whiskey 45% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

How should Eagle Rare 10 year old Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon whiskey 45% be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

How would you sum up the flavour profile of Eagle Rare 10 year old Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon whiskey 45%?

In short: Full-bodied · Spiced · Warm · Caramel.