Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey 2025 750ml - 129.8 Proof

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye Whiskey - 2025 Release (750ml, 129.8 Proof)

Uncut. Unfiltered. A barrel-proof rye legend.
The Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye is an annual release from Buffalo Trace's Antique Collection, named after the New Orleans bartender who first used rye whiskey in the Sazerac cocktail. The 2025 edition is bottled at a fiery 129.8 proof (64.9% ABV), showcasing the raw intensity of straight rye whiskey. Non-chill filtered and aged in new American oak, this limited release is prized for its bold spice, layered sweetness, and long, warming finish.

• Type: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
• Age: NAS (typically 6 years)
• Volume: 750ml
• ABV: 64.9% (129.8 proof)
• Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Series: Antique Collection (2025 Release)
• Filtration: Non-chill filtered
• Availability: Extremely limited annual allocation

Tasting Notes

Nose: Cinnamon, clove, orange peel, and toasted oak.
Palate: Explosive rye spice, caramel, dark chocolate, and hints of mint.
Finish: Long, bold, and warming with pepper, oak, and lingering sweetness.

Why You'll Love It

• Uncut and unfiltered barrel-proof rye for maximum intensity
• Part of Buffalo Trace's legendary Antique Collection
• Highly collectible and consistently top-rated by critics
• Perfect for sipping neat, with a splash of water, or in a powerful Sazerac cocktail

Thomas H. Handy 2025 is a fiery, uncompromising rye that embodies the spirit of New Orleans and the artistry of Kentucky whiskey - an essential for collectors and bold rye enthusiasts.