Eagle Rare 10 Year is one of the most decorated and sought-after allocated bourbons in America — and one of the best values in premium whiskey when you can find it at retail price. Produced at the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, Eagle Rare is masterfully crafted and aged for no less than ten years in new charred American oak barrels. Every barrel is discriminately selected to offer a consistent yet seemingly individual personality — bold, complex, and unmistakably Kentucky. It's the only bourbon to have won the Double Gold Medal five times at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
Originally created in 1975 by Seagram master distiller Charles L. Beam, Eagle Rare stands as one of the last great bourbon brands introduced before the modern craft era — a true classic with a decades-long track record of excellence. Scored 96 points by Wine Enthusiast, 95 points by Robert Parker, and named Best Bourbon at the 2013 International Wine & Spirits Competition. If you see it at retail, buy it.
ABV / Proof
| Distillery |
Buffalo Trace Distillery — Frankfort, Kentucky |
| Type |
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey — Single Barrel |
| Age Statement |
Minimum 10 Years |
| Aging |
New Charred American Oak Barrels |
| Proof |
90 Proof |
| ABV |
45% |
| Bottle Size |
750ml |
| Awards |
96 pts Wine Enthusiast · 95 pts Robert Parker · Best Bourbon — 2013 IWSC · Double Gold x5 — SFWSC |
| Country |
United States — Kentucky |
Tasting Notes
Nose: Complex and inviting — toffee, orange peel, herbs, honey, leather, and toasted oak
Palate: Bold and dry with rich oaky character, candied almonds, very rich cocoa, dried fruit, chocolate, melon, and raisins with a subtle vanilla undertone
Finish: Dry and long with hints of roasted nuts, corn, and lingering oak spice
FAQ
Why is Eagle Rare so hard to find?
Eagle Rare is part of Buffalo Trace's highly allocated portfolio — the same distillery behind Blanton's, E.H. Taylor, and Pappy Van Winkle. Supply is intentionally limited and demand far exceeds what hits retail shelves, making any bottle at retail price a genuine find.
Is Eagle Rare a single barrel bourbon?
Yes — Eagle Rare 10 Year is a single barrel bourbon, meaning each bottle comes from one individually selected barrel. Every barrel is discriminately chosen for consistency of character while retaining a seemingly individual personality from barrel to barrel.
How does Eagle Rare compare to Buffalo Trace?
Both are from the same distillery and share the Buffalo Trace mash bill, but Eagle Rare is aged at least 10 years compared to Buffalo Trace's minimum aging — giving it noticeably more oak, depth, and complexity. Eagle Rare is the step up for fans of Buffalo Trace.
How should I serve Eagle Rare?
Best enjoyed neat or with a single large ice cube to open up the aroma. Its complexity also shines in classic cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
Where can I buy Eagle Rare 10 Year online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway — fast, insured shipping nationwide while stock lasts.
