Exclusive Buffalo Trace Pop-Up Shop Opens In Paris

Fast Facts On Buffalo Trace Pop Up Shop

  • Buffalo Trace Distillery has opened a temporary pop-up shop in Paris, located at 36 Rue Etienne Marcel, offering exclusive whiskeys and custom merchandise until August 23, 2024.
  • From July 26 to August 11, visitors in Paris can participate in exclusive private tastings of rare Weller Bourbon expressions at the invite-only 12 Gold lounge.
  • The pop-up shop is open Monday to Saturday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, providing a unique opportunity for whiskey enthusiasts to explore Buffalo Trace’s offerings in the heart of Paris.

Experience Exclusive Whiskeys and Merchandise This Summer

FRANKFORT, KY (July 16, 2024) – Buffalo Trace Distillery, famed for producing some of the world’s most sought-after whiskeys, including Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Eagle Rare, Sazerac Rye, W.L. Weller, and Pappy Van Winkle, is excited to announce the opening of a temporary pop-up shop in Paris, France. This exclusive store, located at 36 Rue Etienne Marcel in the bustling 2nd arrondissement (Les Halles District), will offer a unique retail experience from now through August 23, 2024.

Exclusive Whiskeys and Merchandise

Visitors to the Paris pop-up will have the chance to purchase a variety of Buffalo Trace’s award-winning whiskeys, such as Buffalo Trace, Weller 12, Eagle Rare, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, the store will feature custom Paris-themed merchandise, with select items available exclusively at this location.

Ed Bell, Homeplace Director at Buffalo Trace Distillery, remarked, “In May of this year, we opened Buffalo Trace London, our Distillery’s first international location, and we’re honored to continue engaging and educating international whiskey fans with our Paris store this summer. While everyone is welcome to visit Buffalo Trace Distillery in the United States, we want to make it easier for Paris residents and visitors to learn, explore, try, and fall in love with our whiskeys.”

Special Whiskey Sampling Experience

From July 26 to August 11, Buffalo Trace fans in Paris can enjoy an exclusive whiskey sampling experience featuring some of the distillery’s rarest and most coveted Weller Bourbon expressions. Complimentary, private tastings for up to four guests will be held at 12 Gold, an invite-only Weller-themed lounge created for this event. These tastings will showcase a variety of Weller expressions, including the newly released, ultra-rare Weller Millennium.

How to Participate

To secure a spot at 12 Gold, fans must:

  1. Follow @buffalotracedistillery_UK_EU
  2. Like the post highlighting the 12 Gold tasting experience
  3. Tag at least one person they would take to the tasting

Dates and times for lounge access will be announced sporadically from July 25 to August 11. Selected winners will be notified via Instagram DM at least 24 hours before their tasting time slot and must confirm their participation within four hours.

Special Cocktails at Experimental Cocktail Club Paris

After visiting the pop-up shop, whiskey fans are invited to the Experimental Cocktail Club Paris (ECC) at 37 Rue Saint Sauveur for a special Weller 12 cocktail. As part of a two-week residency from July 26 to August 10, bartenders from across France will create bespoke recipes featuring Weller 12. For more information, visit Experimental Cocktail Club Paris or follow them on Instagram @experimentalcocktailclub.

Pop-Up Shop Details

Location: 36 Rue Etienne Marcel, 2nd arrondissement, Paris, France Dates: Now through August 23, 2024 Hours of Operation:

  • Monday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

For more information about Buffalo Trace Distillery, visit buffalotracedistillery.com or buffalotracedistillery.co.uk. Stay updated on the latest happenings by following @buffalotracedistillery_UK_EU on Instagram.

About Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery, based in Frankfort, Kentucky, is an American family-owned company with a rich tradition dating back to 1775. The distillery, which produces bourbon, rye, and vodka, is a National Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With over 40 distillery titles since 2000, Buffalo Trace has been recognized by publications such as Whisky Magazine, Whisky Advocate Magazine, and Wine Enthusiast Magazine. In 2023, George T. Stagg was named Best Bourbon Whiskey at the International Whiskey Competition (USA), and W.L. Weller 12 YO received double gold at the International Spirits Challenge.


Enhance your whiskey journey by exploring Buffalo Trace Distillery’s latest offerings at their Paris pop-up shop. A must-visit for whiskey enthusiasts in Paris this summer!

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