Have you ever wondered what a Master Distiller does all day? Well, now you can find out with Buffalo Trace’s Distiller For A Day Sweepstakes. This one day event will allow you to shadow Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley all day and learn how they make the iconic Buffalo Trace. All you have to do is go over to buffalotracedistillery.com/distillerforaday and enter now up until September 30th.
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FRANKFORT, KY (September 23, 2024) – To honor National Bourbon Heritage Month, the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery is giving one lucky fan a rare opportunity. The distillery is celebrating by offering this unique experience. The winner will get to shadow Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley for a day. This behind-the-scenes experience provides a hands-on look at the craftsmanship and production methods. These methods make Buffalo Trace the World’s Most Award-Winning Distillery.
From September 23-30, 2024, bourbon enthusiasts aged 21+ can enter the Buffalo Trace Master Distiller “Day in the Life” Sweepstakes. This gives them a chance to step into the shoes of a master distiller. The winner, along with a guest, will not only learn about the art of bourbon-making but also enjoy several exclusive perks.
Sweepstakes Prizes Include:
- Private, hands-on distilling lesson with Harlen Wheatley
- One night at Buffalo Trace’s Stagg Lodge, with dinner prepared by the Distillery’s private chef
- Tasting of the 2023 Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection
- Roundtrip airfare/transportation to Louisville, KY
- Private transportation to Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, KY
- One night stay at a four-star hotel in Louisville, KY
- Two $100 gift cards to the Buffalo Trace Distillery Gift Shop
- $100 UBER e-credit for ground transportation
This once-in-a-lifetime experience will provide a deeper understanding of the distilling process. You will gain knowledge from product development to quality control. You will also receive insights from one of the most prestigious distilleries in the world.
How to Enter:
To enter, visit buffalotracedistillery.com/distillerforaday between September 23-30, 2024. The winner will be drawn on October 1, 2024. They will have the opportunity to schedule the experience for a mutually agreed-upon date before May 1, 2025.
For official rules and more information, visit buffalotracedistillery.com/distillerforaday.
About Buffalo Trace Distillery
Founded in 1775, Buffalo Trace Distillery is one of the oldest continuously operating distilleries in the United States. Located in Frankfort, Kentucky, the distillery is a National Historic Landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Buffalo Trace has won more than 1,000 awards for its premium whiskies, including George T. Stagg, which was named Best Bourbon Whiskey at the 2023 International Whiskey Competition.
For more information, visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com.
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