Elmer T. Lee 90th Birthday Single Barrel Sour Mash Bourbon 750mL is an exceptionally rare Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey released by Buffalo Trace Distillery in 2009 to celebrate legendary Master Distiller Elmer T. Lee’s 90th birthday. This special-edition single barrel bourbon was selected as a tribute to Lee’s extraordinary career and his influence on the modern single barrel bourbon category. Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV) in honor of his 90th birthday, the release features distinctive commemorative packaging that separates it from the standard Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel. Its one-time release, historical significance, and direct connection to one of bourbon’s most respected figures have made the 90th Birthday Edition a prized bottle among Buffalo Trace collectors.

Elmer T. Lee 90th Birthday Bourbon delivers an elegant balance of classic bourbon sweetness, fruit, spice, and oak. Aromas of caramel, vanilla, honey, and ripe fruit lead into a smooth palate of toffee, brown sugar, vanilla bean, citrus, baking spice, toasted nuts, and seasoned oak. The finish is long and refined, leaving lingering notes of caramel, vanilla, sweet fruit, gentle spice, and polished oak.

TASTING NOTES

  • Nose: Caramel, vanilla, honey, ripe fruit, toasted oak

  • Palate: Toffee, brown sugar, vanilla bean, citrus, baking spice, toasted nuts, seasoned oak

  • Finish: Long and refined with caramel, vanilla, sweet fruit, warm spice, and lingering oak

FAQS

• What is Elmer T. Lee 90th Birthday Single Barrel Bourbon?

It is a special Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey released by Buffalo Trace to commemorate Elmer T. Lee’s 90th birthday.

• When was Elmer T. Lee 90th Birthday Bourbon released?

The commemorative expression was released in 2009, the year Elmer T. Lee celebrated his 90th birthday.

• What proof is Elmer T. Lee 90th Birthday Bourbon?

The special edition was bottled at 90 proof, or 45% ABV, corresponding with Elmer T. Lee’s 90th birthday.

• Is the 90th Birthday Edition different from standard Elmer T. Lee?

Yes. The 90th Birthday Edition was a special commemorative single barrel release with unique packaging and a 90-proof bottling strength created specifically for Lee’s milestone birthday.

• Is Elmer T. Lee 90th Birthday Bourbon collectible?

Yes. Its one-time commemorative release, limited availability, distinctive presentation, and historical connection to Elmer T. Lee make it one of the more collectible Elmer T. Lee bottlings.

• Who was Elmer T. Lee?

Elmer T. Lee was a legendary Master Distiller who spent decades at the distillery now known as Buffalo Trace and played a major role in the development and popularity of premium single barrel bourbon.