Experimental Collection

EXPERIMENTAL COLLECTION

Buffalo Trace Distillery continues to honor its heritage while pushing the boundaries of bourbon-making through ongoing experimentation and innovation by proving that even in a centuries-old craft, there’s always something new to discover. This spirit of curiosity is embodied in the Experimental Collection.

Reviews

Professional

“Buffalo Trace is conducting thousands of different experiments (including some at their experimental micro-distillery), many of them groundbreaking. More importantly, whiskey enthusiasts get to taste them on an ongoing basis.”

Whisky Advocate

UNIQUE FACTS

Buffalo Trace Distillery began experimenting with recipes and barrel treatments more than two decades ago. Today, over 30,000 experimental barrels are aging in its warehouses, each crafted with unique variations in mash bill, wood type, barrel toasting and aging conditions.

Every experimental barrel develops a distinct flavor profile influenced by factors such as mash composition, wood species, warehouse environment and maturation time. Selected experiments are occasionally bottled and released in limited quantities, showcasing the artistry of whiskey evolution.