![]() He ran the distillery until his retirement in the 1890s, and it was renamed in his honour in 1904. Stagg then stepped in to rescue it, becoming its owner in 1878. So much so in fact that he declared himself bankrupt after just seven years. It was purchased by the legendary Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr in 1870, who named it OFC (Old Fashioned Copper) and invested heavily in its modernisation. Joe Wilson, Head Curator and Spirits Specialist at Whisky Auctioneer Buffalo Trace Distillery from Riverbank (Buffalo Trace Media Kit)īrief History of The Buffalo Trace DistilleryĪ historic distillery, Buffalo Trace was built in 1812 by Harrison Blanton. Similarly, the batch of rye that was used for the early Sazerac releases is legendary and also became a key component in some of the whiskey world's most coveted expressions from other brands such as Willett Family Estate and Black Maple Hill. Stagg demonstrated the pedigree of Buffalo Trace itself, always selected from some of the distillery's most interesting barrels and bottled for the connoisseur, un-filtered at cask strength. Weller releases contained well-aged stock from the celebrated Stitzel-Weller while the George T. One of the biggest reasons these releases quickly became so desirable in the whiskey community was their reputed liquid quality. There are a number of factors that can be contributed to the hype behind the collection nowadays, but Joe believes that it is most notably attributed to the high quality of spirit that was bottled in early releases catching the attention of bourbon enthusiasts and connoisseurs. Released annually, the Antique Collection, or BTAC as it is affectionately acronymised, is now one of the most anticipated releases in the bourbon calendar, and every instalment from its 20-year lineage a must-have for every serious collector. Joe Wilson, Head Curator and Spirits Specialist at Whisky Auctioneer Twenty-years on from its inception, each constituent part of the Antique Collection has become important in its own right, and they are some of the most ethereal lights in the bright future ushered in by the 21 st century for the world of bourbon and rye. ![]() ![]() Stagg and Sazerac Rye not only drew from centuries of entwined history, but the whiskies that they gave name to were exceptional as well. This latter point is an enviable accolade in the world of American whiskey, with many modern brands built upon bought heritage or simply slick marketing. Launched in 2000, it collected the historic Weller and Eagle Rare bourbon brands alongside several new labels that all lay claim to a genuine and traceable distilling lineage. The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection is a unique celebration of the Sazerac Company and its flagship Kentucky distillery. Whisky Auctioneer's Head Curator, Joe Wilson, tells us a little more about the significance of the collection within the world of collectible whiskey. ![]() However, for many whisky enthusiasts across the globe, the September Equinox brought a fond reminder of one of the most anticipated collections of American whiskeys - the unofficial harbinger of autumn, The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection.īorn in 2000 to capitalise on the emerging popularity of well-aged, premium whiskey, the Antique Collection celebrated the brands and individuals most important to the historic distillery, offering prestige expressions of the company’s existing brands and soon expanding to include new products. The spectacle of leaves turning to rich reds and ambers has begun, the nights are drawing in and coffee chains across the country have launched their Fall marketing campaigns consisting of pumpkin spice and all things nice. We are officially one month on from the Autumn equinox and in the United Kingdom those first signs of Autumn have confirmed that a new season is well and truly underway. Looking for details on the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection 2022? Scroll down to see the latest line-up! ![]()
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