Eagle Rare 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – 95 Proof (47.5% ABV) | 750ml

Mature, refined, and richly expressive, Eagle Rare 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is an elevated addition to the celebrated Eagle Rare family from Buffalo Trace Distillery. Aged for a minimum of 12 years in carefully monitored warehouses and bottled at 47.5% ABV (95 proof) in a 750ml bottle, this Kentucky straight bourbon delivers greater age and strength than the classic Eagle Rare 10 Year. Sweet oak and delicate almond lead into layers of vanilla and toasted oak, followed by a rich, lingering finish highlighted by warm toffee.

Key Details

• Spirit Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

• Age Statement: Minimum 12 Years

• Producer: Buffalo Trace Distillery

• Origin: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA

• Mash Bill: Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1

• Alcohol Content: 47.5% ABV (95 Proof)

• Bottle Size: 750ml

• Style: Mature • Oaky • Rich • Complex

Process & Aging

Eagle Rare 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is produced at the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, using the distillery's Mash Bill #1.

As a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey, the spirit is matured in new charred oak barrels. For this expression, Buffalo Trace extends maturation to a minimum of 12 years, carefully monitoring the whiskey as it develops in the warehouse.

Those additional years in oak allow the bourbon to build a mature combination of sweetness, vanilla, toasted wood, nuts, and caramelized flavors. The whiskey is then bottled at 95 proof, giving Eagle Rare 12 additional intensity and structure while maintaining the polished character associated with the Eagle Rare name.

Appearance

Rich amber with deep copper and golden highlights, reflecting more than a decade of maturation in new charred oak barrels.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Opens with a sweet, oaky aroma accompanied by delicate hints of almond, creating a mature and inviting first impression.

Palate: Bold and complex with layers of vanilla and toasted oak, balancing sweetness with the deeper wood character developed through its extended maturation.

Finish: Rich and lingering with warm toffee notes and continued oak character, creating a long and satisfying conclusion.

What Makes It Special

Eagle Rare 12 Year expands upon one of Buffalo Trace Distillery's most recognized bourbon families with a whiskey positioned between the classic Eagle Rare 10 Year and the considerably older expressions within the Eagle Rare portfolio.

The 12-year minimum age statement provides two additional years of maturation compared with Eagle Rare 10 Year, allowing more interaction between the bourbon and its new charred oak barrels.

It is also bottled at a higher strength. While Eagle Rare 10 Year is traditionally presented at 90 proof, Eagle Rare 12 Year is bottled at 95 proof, providing additional concentration and structure.

Buffalo Trace specifically developed the 12 Year as another step in Eagle Rare's pursuit of distinctive, well-aged bourbon. The combination of a substantial age statement, Mash Bill #1, and elevated proof gives enthusiasts a new opportunity to explore the Eagle Rare profile through a more mature expression.

How to Enjoy

Eagle Rare 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is ideally enjoyed neat in a whiskey or Glencairn-style glass, allowing its sweet oak, almond, vanilla, toasted oak, and toffee characteristics to gradually develop.

Allowing the bourbon to rest for several minutes after pouring can help open its more subtle aromas.

It can also be enjoyed over a large ice cube or with a few drops of water. While its 95-proof strength provides plenty of structure for a premium Old Fashioned or Manhattan, its 12-year age statement and mature profile make it particularly well suited for sipping and exploring slowly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the alcohol content of Eagle Rare 12 Year Bourbon?

Eagle Rare 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is bottled at 47.5% ABV (95 proof).

How long is Eagle Rare 12 Year aged?

Eagle Rare 12 Year is aged for a minimum of 12 years in carefully monitored warehouses.

Who makes Eagle Rare 12 Year?

Eagle Rare 12 Year is produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky.

What mash bill is used for Eagle Rare 12 Year?

Buffalo Trace identifies Eagle Rare 12 Year as being produced from its Mash Bill #1, the distillery's traditional bourbon mash bill.

What does Eagle Rare 12 Year taste like?

The official profile opens with sweet oak and delicate almond on the nose. The palate develops bold complexity with vanilla and toasted oak, followed by a rich, lingering finish featuring warm toffee.

What is the difference between Eagle Rare 10 Year and Eagle Rare 12 Year?

Eagle Rare 12 Year receives at least two additional years of maturation compared with Eagle Rare 10 Year. The 12 Year is also bottled at 95 proof, compared with 90 proof for the classic 10 Year, giving the newer expression additional concentration and structure.

Is Eagle Rare 12 Year a Kentucky straight bourbon?

Yes. Eagle Rare 12 Year is officially classified as a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

What size bottle is this?

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of Eagle Rare 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

Pricing & Availability

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of Eagle Rare 12 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, aged for a minimum of 12 years and bottled at 95 proof (47.5% ABV). Available now while supplies last.

Brand Story

Eagle Rare is one of the signature bourbon families produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. Created in 1975 as the United States approached its bicentennial, Eagle Rare was named after America's national emblem and developed around themes of accomplishment, independence, and the pursuit of something exceptional.

Buffalo Trace has produced Eagle Rare since 1989, and the brand has grown into a family of extensively aged bourbons. The portfolio includes the classic Eagle Rare 10 Year alongside older and increasingly rare expressions such as Eagle Rare 17 Year, Double Eagle Very Rare 20 Year, and other exceptionally aged releases.

Eagle Rare 12 Year adds another dimension to that lineup. Aged for at least 12 years and bottled at an elevated 95 proof, it builds upon the familiar Eagle Rare character with additional maturity, oak influence, and concentration. Sweet oak, almond, vanilla, toasted wood, and warm toffee come together in a distinctive Kentucky bourbon created for enthusiasts seeking a more mature expression of Eagle Rare.