Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

BTAC Explained: Why It’s So Rare & How to Get It

The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC) is one of the most sought-after annual whiskey releases in the world. Produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery, this limited lineup features rare, highly aged bourbons and rye whiskeys bottled at their natural proof and celebrated for their depth, rarity, and craftsmanship.

Rarity

BTAC is released only once per year in very small quantities, making each bottle highly collectible and often commanding thousands of dollars on the secondary market.

Timeless Aging

Many BTAC expressions are aged for well over a decade, developing the deep complexity and character that only time in the barrel can create.

Legendary Reputation

BTAC is released once per year in extremely limited quantities, making each bottle highly collectible and often commanding thousands of dollars on the secondary market.

2025 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

The most sought-after bourbon collection in the world

EH Taylor Jr, Antique

Warm vanilla and oak with hints of char and maple, leading to a sweet, spiced palate and a lingering caramel-cherry finish.

Age
15 Year
Proof
100
Origin
KY, USA

MSRP
$169.99
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William Lerue Weller

Caramel corn, leather, and plum lead into a sweet, nutty palate of marshmallow, nougat, and fig, finishing smooth and composed.

Age
12 Year
Proof
128
Origin
KY, USA

MSRP
$169.99
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George T. Stagg

Rich toffee and dark chocolate with vanilla, fudge, and nougat, balanced by notes of dark berries, tobacco, and a hint of coffee.

Age
15 Year
Proof
142.8
Origin
KY, USA

MSRP
$169.99
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Thomas H. Handy

Bold and spicy, with layers of toffee, fig, and candied fruit, leading into a long finish of allspice, coconut, and nutmeg.

Age
6 Year
Proof
129.8
Origin
KY, USA

MSRP
$169.99
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Eagle Rare 17 Year

Almond, cigar box, and cinnamon lead into a dry palate of leather, vanilla, and tobacco, finishing with leather and toffee.

Age
18 Year
Proof
101
Origin
KY, USA

MSRP
$169.99
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Sazerac 18 Year Rye

Mature oak, leather, and molasses lead into mint, eucalyptus, cinnamon, and vanilla, finishing long, warm, and lightly peppered.

Age
18 Year
Proof
95
Origin
KY, USA

MSRP
$169.99
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