Description
Thomas H. Handy carries the name of the New Orleans bartender who first used rye whiskey in the Sazerac Cocktail over a century ago. Buffalo Trace bottles this Thomas Handy Sazerac uncut and unfiltered, straight from the barrel, the same way distillers did generations ago.
So what should you expect from Thomas Handy Rye? Here’s what stands out:
- Bottled directly from the barrel with no dilution or filtration
- Proof varies by batch (this release: 124.9 proof / 62.45% ABV)
- Bold, spice-forward flavor with rich depth that barrel proof rye is known for
- Part of the highly allocated Buffalo Trace Antique Collection
- A true link to New Orleans cocktail history and the Sazerac’s origins
Because Buffalo Trace releases Thomas Handy Sazerac only once a year in limited quantities, demand far outpaces supply. Therefore, most bottles sell out almost immediately and rarely last on store shelves. As a result, serious whiskey collectors and rye enthusiasts treat this release as a must-have addition to any home bar or collection.
Whether you’re a rye whiskey purist or a collector chasing the full Antique Collection lineup, Thomas H. Handy Sazerac delivers an authentic taste of American whiskey history in every pour.
Specs:
- Size: 750ml
- Proof: 124.9 (62.45% ABV) — barrel proof, varies by release year
- Type: Straight Rye Whiskey, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection
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