Buzzard's Roost Double Oak Cigar Blend Bourbon is the 2026 edition of one of the Louisville distillery's most anticipated limited releases, created to pair with a fine cigar while standing comfortably on its own. Buzzard's Roost is an independent, woman led distiller, blender and bottler based on Louisville's historic Whiskey Row, known for its double oak approach to maturation, built around seventeen proprietary toast profiles, each designed to draw specific flavours from the wood. For this release, a high rye bourbon mash with 36% rye and 4% malted barley spent seven years in new charred oak before being moved into the brand's lightly charred, heavily toasted barrels for a secondary maturation. Heavy toasting caramelises the sugars in the wood, layering deep sweetness and spice over the bourbon without the harshness of a heavy char. Bottled at 105 proof, it has the weight to stand up to a full bodied cigar and enough character to sip on its own. It builds on the profile of the earlier Cigar Blend while offering a new taste through fresh barrel selection. Expect charred and toasted oak, burnt sugar and warm baking spice, with hints of leather and tobacco leaf. Enjoy it neat or with a single large cube, ideally beside a slow burning cigar or a crackling fire.
ABV / Proof
| ABV |
52.5% |
| Proof |
105 |
| Size |
750ml |
| Country |
United States |
| Region |
Kentucky |
| Type |
Bourbon Whiskey, Double Oak Finished |
| Age |
7 Years |
| Release |
2026 Limited Edition |
| Producer |
Buzzard's Roost Whiskey, Louisville, Kentucky |
| Mashbill |
High rye: 36% rye, 4% malted barley, balance corn |
| Maturation |
New charred oak, then secondary maturation in lightly charred, heavily toasted barrels |
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep amber.
Nose: Charred and toasted oak, burnt sugar and warm baking spice.
Palate: Bold and layered, with caramelised oak, spiced cookie, leather and a hint of tobacco leaf.
Finish: Long and warming, with toasted oak, clove and a light wisp of smoke.
FAQ
How old is the 2026 Cigar Blend Bourbon?
It is aged seven years before its secondary maturation in toasted barrels.
What proof is it?
It is bottled at 105 proof, or 52.5% ABV.
Does it contain tobacco?
No. The name refers to its pairing with cigars; the bourbon contains no tobacco or nicotine.
What does double oak mean?
After aging in new charred oak, the bourbon is moved into a second, heavily toasted barrel for additional maturation.
How is it different from the 2025 release?
The 2026 edition is aged seven years versus six, with a new barrel selection that gives a different taste profile.
Where can I buy Buzzard's Roost Cigar Blend Bourbon 2026 online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
