Just in time for Bottled-in-Bond Day on March 3, Buffalo Trace Distillery has announced the 100 nonprofit organizations nationwide selected for its “100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities” initiative.
First announced in September 2023, Buffalo Trace will donate sets of the Distillery’s finest whiskeys to each chosen nonprofit organization for charitable fundraising initiatives. The contribution is inspired by Colonel Edmund Haynes Taylor, Jr., an early owner of Buffalo Trace Distillery and fervent supporter of the 1897 Bottled-In-Bond Act. This first-of-its kind legislation increased quality and consumer safety in the bourbon industry.
Showcasing the Distillery’s commitment to preserving the legacy of Colonel Taylor, the “100” holds special meaning as it pays homage to 100 proof, one of several requirements for a whiskey to qualify as Bottled-in-Bond. Each organization was selected for their demonstrated commitment to improving their communities, which was also a driving force behind the passage of the Bottled-In-Bond Act as it ensured safer, improved whiskey production practices. In addition to selecting 100 recipients, on September 28, 2023, Buffalo Trace invited charities of all kinds from across the United States to apply for consideration within 100 days.
Selected nonprofits support their communities in various ways, ranging from food and shelter assistance; education and environmental causes; veteran’s programs; animal support; research, assistance and prevention of cancer, and more. Featured products for the “100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities” initiative include lineups from some of Buffalo Trace Distillery’s most sought-after brands, including E.H. Taylor, Blanton’s, Eagle Rare, and Weller. The number of bottles in each set may vary. Selected organizations will receive further instruction for their bourbon set via email.
100 nonprofit organizations from 36 states across the country were selected to receive bottle sets. The list of Kentucky beneficiaries includes:
- Louisville Metro Police Foundation – Louisville, KY
- Warm Blessings Community Kitchen – Elizabethtown, KY
- Wanda Joyce Robinson Foundation – Frankfort, KY
- Kentucky Harvest, Inc. – Louisville, KY
- Kentucky to the World, Inc. – Louisville, KY
- Bluegrass Greensource – Lexington, KY
- Allegro Dance Project – Lexington, KY
- JB Speed Art Museum – Louisville, KY
- 21st Century Parks, DBA The Parklands of Floyds Fork – Louisville, KY
- National Kidney Foundation Serving Kentucky – Louisville, KY
- Family Scholar House – Louisville, KY
Organizations that applied but were not selected are encouraged to submit to Buffalo Trace Distillery’s general charity signup to be considered for various charitable opportunities throughout the year. For more information, please email charity@buffalotrace.com or visit https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/footer-pages/charity-sign.html.
About Buffalo Trace Distillery
Buffalo Trace Distillery is an American family-owned company based in Frankfort, Kentucky. The Distillery’s rich tradition dates back to 1775 and it is a National Historic Landmark, as well as listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its historyincludes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp, and Elmer T. Lee. Buffalo Trace Distillery is a fully operational Distillery producing bourbon, rye and vodka on site. The Distillery has won more than 40 distillery titles since 2000 and garnered more than 1,000 awards for its wide range of premium whiskies. Its George T. Stagg was named Best Bourbon Whiskey at the 2023 International Whiskey Competition (USA) and its W.L. Weller 12 YO received double gold at the 2023 International Spirits Challenge. Buffalo Trace Distillery has a deep commitment to supporting charitable initiatives. Nonprofit organizations interested in learning more about the Distillery’s efforts are encouraged to register their charity here. To learn more about Buffalo Trace Distillery, visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com.
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