Made in Kentucky, Enjoyed Worldwide

Antique Collection

 
George T. Stagg

This extremely hearty whiskey ages in new charred oak barrels for no less than 15 years.  Straight out of the barrel, uncut and unfiltered, the taste is powerful, flavorful and intense. Open it up with a few drops of water, sit back and ponder the wonders of the universe.

TASTING NOTES:

Lush toffee sweetness and dark chocolate with hints of vanilla, fudge, nougat and molasses. Underlying notes of dates, tobacco, dark berries, spearmint and a hint of coffee round out the palate.

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  • 2019 Chairman's Trophy - 98 points - Ultimate Spirits Challenge
  • 2019 Gold Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition
ANNUAL RELEASE LETTERS:
2018 George T. Stagg 2017 George T. Stagg 2016 George T. Stagg 2015 George T. Stagg 2014 George T. Stagg 2013 George T. Stagg 2012 George T. Stagg 2011 George T. Stagg 2010 George T. Stagg 2009 George T. Stagg 2008 George T. Stagg 2007 George T. Stagg 2006 George T. Stagg 2005 George T. Stagg 2005-Spring George T. Stagg 2004 George T. Stagg 2003 George T. Stagg 2002 George T. Stagg
REVIEWS:

F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal rating:  5 stars/Highest Recommendation                                                                                                    "Amazing, yet again." - F. Paul Pacult

Rating: 96.5
"One of the whiskeys of the year, easily." - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible

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Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old

The famed Sazerac Coffee House was founded in 1850 on Exchange Alley in New Orleans, Louisiana and soon gained fame as the home of “America’s First Cocktail” known as the Sazerac. Using rye whiskey in place of the French brandy, a dash of Peychaud Bitters, and Herbsaint, what eventually became the official cocktail of New Orleans was created.  This straight rye has a mellow spice and dry sweetness that dances on the tongue, giving pure delight that is worthy of the Sazerac name.

TASTING NOTES:

Very mature, with notes of oak, leather molasses and all-spice. The long, warm finish is preceded by notes of mint, eucalyptus, cinnamon, vanilla, and lingering pepper.

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  • "3 Stars - Recommended" - F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal, December 2018
  • 2019 Best Rye, 11 Years and Over - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible
ANNUAL RELEASE LETTERS:
2018 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2017 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2016 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2015 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2014 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2013 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2012 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2011 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2010 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2009 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2008 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2007 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2006 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2005 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2004 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2003 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2002 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2001 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old 2000 Sazerac Rye 18 Year-Old
REVIEWS:

F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal-December 2014  rating:  5 Stars/Highest Recommendation - "Hits the ball out of the park....again." - F. Paul Pacult

Whisky Advocate rating: 95
"This is an amazing, truly unique whiskey. There is no rye whiskey on the market that is as old or perfectly balanced as this one. For all who can't get enough flavors and intensity in your whiskey, your search has ended " -Whisky Advocate

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William Larue Weller
William Larue Weller

Uncut and unfiltered, this hand-bottled bourbon is barrel proof. Weller substitutes wheat for the traditional rye grain, a production method pioneered by W.L. Weller.

TASTING NOTES:

Fragrant scents of caramel corn, new leather, plums, light toffee and pipe tobacco. The palate tastes of marshmallow, salted almonds, nougat, figs and dates. This whiskey finishes smooth, composed and flavorfully sweet.

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  • 2019 Silver Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition
  • "5 Stars - Highest Recommendation" - F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal, December 2018
ANNUAL RELEASE LETTERS:
2018 William Larue Weller 2017 William Larue Weller 2016 William Larue Weller 2015 William Larue Weller 2014 William Larue Weller 2013 William Larue Weller 2012 William Larue Weller 2011 William Larue Weller 2010 William Larue Weller 2009 William Larue Weller 2008 William Larue Weller 2007 William Larue Weller 2006 William Larue Weller 2005 William Larue Weller
REVIEWS:

F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal rating:  5 stars/Highest Recommendation                                                                                                       "Yet another textbook on bourbon-making by BTD.  BRAVO!" - F. Paul Pacult

Whisky Advocate rating: 95
"It's a hearty drink, but the finish is very fresh and invigorating. It takes a back seat to none." -Whisky Advocate
 

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Thomas H. Handy Sazerac
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac

Named after the New Orleans bartender who first used rye whiskey in the Sazerac Cocktail, this uncut and unfiltered Straight Rye Whiskey is bottled directly from the barrel, just as it was over a century ago. Full of rich flavors, this authentic American rye whiskey is a symbol of the timeless history of New Orleans and the legacy of Thomas H. Handy.

TASTING NOTES:

Powerful, lush, and boldly spicy. Flavors of toffee, fig cake, and candied fruit, followed by mint, cinnamon and clove. The finish ultimately reveals subtle notes of allspice, coconut and nutmeg. Long and warm.

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  • 2019 Double Gold Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition
  • "4 Stars - Highly Recommended" - F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal, December 2018
ANNUAL RELEASE LETTERS:
2018 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2017 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2016 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2015 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2014 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2013 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2012 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2011 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2010 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2009 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2008 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2007 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac 2006 Thomas H. Handy Sazerac
REVIEWS:

F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal rating:  5 stars/Highest Recommendation                                                                                   "Extraordinary whiskey by any measure." - F. Paul Pacult

Rating: 94.5
“Sweet baby Jesus what is this? An extraordinary aromatic nose. The alcohol will sear your taste buds so add some ice. Spicy. Wild at heart” – David Broom

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Eagle Rare 17-year Old
Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old

This rare bourbon ages in oak barrels for nearly two decades and is only available in small quantities once a year, every fall. Sip this polished, well-aged whiskey to appreciate why patience is such a virtue.

TASTING NOTES:

The fragrant aroma has almost a wine-like character with hints of almond, cigar boxes and cinnamon. The delicate and dry mid-palate tastes of leather, vanilla and tobacco. This bourbon lingers, finishing with hint of leather and toffee.

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  • 2019 - 92 points - Ultimate Spirits Competition
  • 2019 Silver Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition
ANNUAL RELEASE LETTERS:
2018 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2017 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2016 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2015 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2014 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2013 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2012 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2011 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2010 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2009 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2008 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2007 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2006 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2005 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2004 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2003 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2002 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2001 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old 2000 Eagle Rare 17 Year-Old
REVIEWS:

Rating:  5 stars/Highest Recommendation                                                                                                 
"One of the best Eagle Rare 17s ever and perhaps my favorite." - F. Paul Pacult's Spirit Journal

Wine Enthusiast rating: 96
“The finish is very leathery and very long” –Wine Enthusiast Magazine

LINKS:
Buffalo Trace Eagle Rare Antique Collection O.F.C. Vintages Experimental Collection Single Oak Project E.H. Taylor Collection Van Winkle Stagg Jr. Blanton's Single Barrel Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel Sazerac Rye W.L. Weller Old Charter Oak Benchmark Ancient Age White Dog Whiskey Bourbon Cream Wheatley Vodka