BUFFALO TRACE DISTILLERY ANNOUNCES SAZERAC RYE WHISKEY 100 PROOF: A BOLDER, SPICIER RYE CRAFTED FOR COCKTAILS
Bartender requested for years, the introduction of Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof celebrates mixology tradition and delivers a extra strong taste that elevates basic cocktails
FRANKFORT, KY (July 21, 2025) – Buffalo Hint Distillery proudly pronounces a brand new, higher-proof addition to its famend Sazerac Rye Whiskey portfolio, Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof. Developed in response to demand from bartenders and whiskey lovers, this progressive expression is designed to supply enhanced taste, versatility and management in cocktail creation whereas sustaining the graceful, approachable profile that defines Sazerac Rye.
After in depth growth to make sure the elevated proof enhances relatively than overwhelms its signature taste, Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof delivers a richer, extra structured whiskey that stands up fantastically in each daring and basic cocktails such because the Sazerac and Manhattan.
“Because the whiskey of America’s first cocktail, Sazerac Rye has performed a central position in rye whiskey’s resurgence,” mentioned Andrew Duncan, World Model Director at Buffalo Hint Distillery. “Bartenders have more and more embraced 100 proof ryes for the stability, energy and flexibility they supply. Sazerac Rye 100 Proof gives higher management over taste and stability, empowering creativity behind the bar. It’s constructed to be the right cocktail whiskey.”
A longtime favourite amongst bartenders, Sazerac Rye Whiskey honors each the character of New Orleans and the historical past of American spirits. Recognized for its spicy, peppery, and dry profile, rye whiskey performs an important position in cocktails that demand a concord of candy and dry elements.
“Sazerac Rye 100 Proof was crafted particularly with bartenders and cocktail lovers in thoughts,” mentioned Harlen Wheatley, Grasp Distiller at Buffalo Hint Distillery. With the renewed curiosity in basic cocktails that depend on a rye whiskey base, we centered on making certain this higher-proof spirit delivers complexity and construction with out dropping its signature profile. We’re pleased with the outcome and sit up for seeing it elevate cocktails all over the world.”
Much like its 90-proof counterpart, Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof options aromas of clove, vanilla, anise, and pepper. On the palate, it reveals refined notes of candied spices and citrus, resulting in a clean end with hints of licorice. The upper proof amplifies these flavors, providing a richer, extra balanced consuming expertise.
As of July 1, 2025, Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof is now accessible at retailers, bars and eating places in choose markets through Sazerac’s United States distributor networks at a prompt retail value of $29.99 per 1L bottle; taxes and costs will range by market.
Moreover, Sazerac Rye Whiskey 100 Proof joins the Sazerac Barrel Choose (SBS) program as its latest single barrel providing. This supplies choose accounts the chance to hand-pick their very own barrel of Sazerac Rye 100 Proof. As a part of the launch celebration, the primary 100 on-premise accounts to pick out a barrel will obtain a limited-edition commemorative barrelhead to show of their bar or restaurant.
For extra info, go to www.buffalotracedistillery.com.
About Buffalo Hint Distillery
Buffalo Hint Distillery is an American, family-owned firm primarily based in Frankfort, Kentucky. The Distillery’s wealthy custom dates again to 1775 and it’s a Nationwide Historic Landmark, in addition to listed on the Nationwide Register of Historic Locations. Its historical past consists of such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp, and Elmer T. Lee. Buffalo Hint Distillery is a completely operational Distillery producing bourbon, rye and vodka on web site. The Distillery has received greater than 40 distillery titles since 2000 and garnered greater than 1,000 awards for its wide selection of premium whiskies. Its William Larue Weller and Stagg have been named Better of Present on the 2024 Denver Worldwide Spirits Competitors and its Traveller Whiskey is the Most Awarded Tremendous Premium Whiskey Launch of 2024. Buffalo Hint Distillery has a deep dedication to supporting charitable initiatives. Nonprofit organizations involved in studying extra concerning the Distillery’s efforts are inspired to register their charity right here. To study extra about Buffalo Hint Distillery, go to www.buffalotracedistillery.com.
