Colonel E.H. Taylor’s enduring legacy of craftsmanship and innovation joins Buffalo Trace’s most coveted collection.
FRANKFORT, KY (October 8, 2025) – Buffalo Trace Distillery proudly celebrates the 25th release of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) with an exciting new addition — E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon. This marks the first new expression in nearly two decades, joining the legendary collection that bourbon fans around the world anticipate each fall.
Since its debut in 2000, the Antique Collection has honored Buffalo Trace’s historic whiskey brands and the pioneers behind them. The 2025 lineup features six remarkable releases: E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon, Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old, George T. Stagg, Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye, Sazerac 18-Year-Old Rye, and William Larue Weller.
A Fitting Tribute to the “Father of Modern Bourbon”
Widely regarded as the Father of Modern Bourbon, Colonel E.H. Taylor revolutionized whiskey making after purchasing the O.F.C. Distillery — now Buffalo Trace — in 1869. His innovations, from copper fermentation tanks to steam-heated warehouses, continue to influence bourbon production today.
Taylor also played a crucial role in passing the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, one of America’s first consumer protection laws. This landmark legislation set quality standards that still define the industry.
“Colonel Taylor’s signature was a promise of integrity and excellence,” says Andrew Duncan, Global Brand Director at Buffalo Trace Distillery. “Our new E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon embodies that same commitment to quality and craftsmanship.”
Buffalo Trace Antique Collection 2025 Lineup
E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon – Tasting Notes
The first new addition to the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection since 2006, E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon is aged 15 years and 4 months and bottled at 100 proof in accordance with Bottled-in-Bond standards.
Crafted from Buffalo Trace’s sour mash recipe, this limited edition bourbon opens with aromas of warm vanilla, seasoned oak, and maple sweetness. The palate reveals baking spices, soft caramel, and a touch of cherry, while the finish lingers with oak and vanilla.
Each bottle bears Colonel Taylor’s signature, continuing his legacy of uncompromising quality.
Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Bottled at 101 proof and aged 18 years and 4 months, this rare bourbon delivers notes of dark tobacco, leather, cherry, and vanilla. The 2024 release won Double Platinum at the 2025 ASCOT Awards.
George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Aged more than 15 years and bottled at a robust 142.8 proof, the 2025 Stagg boasts aromas of deep oak and vanilla, with flavors of dark tobacco and ripe cherry. Previous vintages earned top honors at the Whiskies of the World Competition.
Sazerac 18-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Bottled at 90 proof and aged 18 years and 5 months, this rye balances spice, seasoned oak, and leather, finishing with caraway seed and rye warmth. The 2024 release earned Gold at the International Spirits Challenge.
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
An uncut and unfiltered rye aged over six years and bottled at 129.8 proof, this release delivers bold spice, fruit, and oak. Expect a long, warming finish of vanilla and baking spice.
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon
A wheated bourbon aged 14 years and bottled at 129 proof, the Weller opens with vanilla, maple, and tobacco, followed by sweet oak and ripe fruit. Awarded Gold at the 2025 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Availability and Pricing
Each Buffalo Trace Antique Collection 2025 bottle is presented in clear glass showcasing its rich amber color, accompanied by a collector’s letter detailing its production and aging story.
These limited-edition bourbons are sold individually at a suggested retail price of $149.99 (plus local taxes and fees). A limited supply will also be available via Legacy de Forge, a new global platform powered by Blockbar for purchasing rare and collectible spirits (shipping restrictions may apply).
About the Antique Collection
Introduced in 2000, the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection features some of the world’s most celebrated bourbons and ryes, including George T. Stagg, William Larue Weller, Thomas H. Handy, Eagle Rare 17-Year, Sazerac 18-Year, and now E.H. Taylor Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon.
The collection has received numerous awards from Whisky Advocate, Whisky Magazine, and Spirit Journal.
Learn more at BuffaloTraceDistillery.com/brands/antique-collection.
About Buffalo Trace Distillery
Founded in Frankfort, Kentucky, and tracing its roots to 1775, Buffalo Trace Distillery is one of America’s oldest continuously operating distilleries and a National Historic Landmark. The distillery’s legendary names include E.H. Taylor, Jr., George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, and Elmer T. Lee.
Buffalo Trace has won over 1,000 awards for its portfolio of bourbons and ryes and has been named Distillery of the Year more than 40 times since 2000.
Learn more at BuffaloTraceDistillery.com
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