Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey 750ml

By Thomas H. Handy

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey 2025 750ml - 129.8 Proof

On Sale $699.95

SKU: cellar2196
UPC: 088004000035

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye - bold, cask-strength rye with intense spice, caramel, and a long, powerful finish.

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Description

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2025 Release (750ml, 129.8 Proof)

Uncut. Unfiltered. A barrel-proof rye legend.
The Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye is an annual release from Buffalo Trace's Antique Collection, named after the New Orleans bartender who first used rye whiskey in the Sazerac cocktail. The 2025 edition is bottled at a fiery 129.8 proof (64.9% ABV), showcasing the raw intensity of straight rye whiskey. Non-chill filtered and aged in new American oak, this limited release is prized for its bold spice, layered sweetness, and long, warming finish.

Type: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Age: NAS (typically 6 years)
Volume: 750ml
ABV: 64.9% (129.8 proof)
Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky
Series: Antique Collection (2025 Release)
Filtration: Non-chill filtered
Availability: Extremely limited annual allocation

Tasting Notes

Nose: Cinnamon, clove, orange peel, and toasted oak.
Palate: Explosive rye spice, caramel, dark chocolate, and hints of mint.
Finish: Long, bold, and warming with pepper, oak, and lingering sweetness.

Why You'll Love It

Uncut and unfiltered barrel-proof rye for maximum intensity
Part of Buffalo Trace's legendary Antique Collection
Highly collectible and consistently top-rated by critics
Perfect for sipping neat, with a splash of water, or in a powerful Sazerac cocktail

Thomas H. Handy 2025 is a fiery, uncompromising rye that embodies the spirit of New Orleans and the artistry of Kentucky whiskey - an essential for collectors and bold rye enthusiasts.

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