Eagle Rare 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – 90 Proof (45% ABV) | 750ml

Elegant, mature, and remarkably complex, Eagle Rare 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a celebrated bourbon produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. Aged for a minimum of 10 years and bottled at 45% ABV (90 proof) in a 750ml bottle, Eagle Rare combines mature oak with layers of toffee, orange peel, herbs, honey, leather, and vanilla. Its long aging period and distinctive flavor profile have made it one of the most recognizable aged bourbons in the Buffalo Trace portfolio.

Key Details

• Spirit Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Age Statement: 10 Years
• Producer: Buffalo Trace Distillery
• Origin: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA
• Mash Bill: Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1
• Alcohol Content: 45% ABV (90 Proof)
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Barrel Type: New Charred Oak
• Style: Mature • Complex • Oaky • Smooth

Process & Aging

Eagle Rare 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is produced at the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, using the distillery's Mash Bill #1.

After fermentation and distillation, the bourbon is placed into new charred oak barrels and matured for a minimum of 10 years. During its decade in the barrel, seasonal temperature changes encourage the whiskey to move in and out of the charred oak, gradually developing its deep color and layers of vanilla, caramelized sweetness, spice, fruit, and mature wood.

The extended maturation distinguishes Eagle Rare from younger Kentucky bourbons, giving the whiskey considerable oak influence while maintaining a balance of sweetness, fruit, herbs, and spice.

After aging, Eagle Rare 10 Year is bottled at 90 proof, providing enough structure to showcase its mature bourbon character while remaining approachable for sipping.

Appearance

Bright amber with deep copper and golden highlights, reflecting its decade of maturation in new charred oak barrels.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Complex aromas of toffee, hints of orange peel, herbs, honey, leather, and oak, creating an immediately rich and mature profile.

Palate: Bold yet balanced with notes of candied almonds and rich cocoa, accompanied by mature oak, sweetness, and subtle spice.

Finish: Dry and lingering with continued oak character and a polished maturity that gradually fades from the palate.

What Makes It Special

One of the defining characteristics of Eagle Rare 10 Year is its substantial 10-year age statement. Every bottle contains bourbon matured for at least a decade, providing significantly more barrel development than many standard Kentucky bourbons.

That extended maturation creates the balance of oak, sweetness, fruit, leather, herbs, and cocoa that has become closely associated with Eagle Rare.

The bourbon is also part of the highly regarded whiskey portfolio produced at Buffalo Trace Distillery, one of America's oldest continuously operating distilling sites.

At 90 proof, Eagle Rare retains enough strength to deliver a flavorful and structured sipping experience without allowing alcohol intensity to overwhelm its more delicate characteristics.

Its combination of a 10-year age statement, established Kentucky provenance, mature flavor profile, and relatively limited availability has made Eagle Rare a particularly sought-after bottle among bourbon drinkers.

How to Enjoy

Eagle Rare 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is ideally enjoyed neat in a whiskey or Glencairn-style glass. Allowing it to rest briefly after pouring can help reveal more of its toffee, orange peel, honey, leather, oak, and cocoa characteristics.

It can also be served over a large ice cube or with a small amount of water to soften the whiskey and explore different layers of aroma and flavor.

Eagle Rare has enough structure for classic bourbon cocktails such as an Old Fashioned or Manhattan, although its 10-year age statement and complex profile make it particularly rewarding as a sipping whiskey.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the alcohol content of Eagle Rare 10 Year Bourbon?

Eagle Rare 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is bottled at 45% ABV (90 proof).

How long is Eagle Rare aged?

Eagle Rare carries a 10-year age statement, meaning the bourbon in the bottle has been matured for a minimum of 10 years.

Who makes Eagle Rare Bourbon?

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

What mash bill does Eagle Rare use?

Eagle Rare is produced from Buffalo Trace Mash Bill #1, the distillery's traditional lower-rye bourbon mash bill.

What does Eagle Rare 10 Year taste like?

The official tasting profile features aromas of toffee, orange peel, herbs, honey, leather, and oak, followed by flavors of candied almonds and rich cocoa and a dry, lingering finish.

Is Eagle Rare 10 Year a single-barrel bourbon?

Eagle Rare has historically been closely associated with single-barrel bottling, but the current bottle is not officially labeled as a single-barrel bourbon. Modern bottling equipment can allow whiskey from more than one barrel to be present during the bottling process, so it is more accurate to describe Eagle Rare as a 10-year Kentucky straight bourbon rather than guarantee that every bottle comes exclusively from one barrel.

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

Eagle Rare 10 Year is aged for a minimum of 10 years and bottled at 90 proof, while Eagle Rare 12 Year is aged for at least 12 years and bottled at 95 proof. The 12 Year offers additional maturation and a slightly higher bottling strength, while the 10 Year remains the classic expression at the heart of the Eagle Rare range.

What size bottle is this?

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of Eagle Rare 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

Pricing & Availability

This listing includes one 750ml bottle of Eagle Rare 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, aged for a minimum of 10 years and bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV). Available now while supplies last.

Brand Story

Eagle Rare was introduced in 1975, as the United States approached its bicentennial, and its name was inspired by the American bald eagle. The brand was created around a distinctly American identity and a commitment to producing mature, characterful bourbon.

Buffalo Trace Distillery acquired the Eagle Rare brand in 1989 and has since developed it into one of the distillery's most recognized aged bourbon families.

Today, the Eagle Rare portfolio extends from the classic 10 Year expression to older releases, including Eagle Rare 12 Year, Eagle Rare 17 Year, and exceptionally aged expressions produced in very limited quantities.

At the heart of the family remains Eagle Rare 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Its decade of maturation, 90-proof bottling strength, and distinctive combination of toffee, orange peel, honey, leather, oak, candied almonds, and cocoa have established it as a classic expression of well-aged Kentucky bourbon.