{"product_id":"sazerac-18-year-old-straight-rye-whiskey-summer-2021-750ml","title":"Sazerac 18 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey 2021 750mL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"717\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"342\"\u003eSazerac 18 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey 2021 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is an extraordinary, ultra-aged rye from the highly acclaimed \u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection (BTAC)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Distilled, aged, and bottled by \u003cstrong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e in Frankfort, Kentucky, this 2021 release represents over \u003cstrong data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"598\"\u003e18 years of careful aging\u003c\/strong\u003e in new charred American oak barrels, resulting in one of the most refined and collectible rye whiskies in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"752\"\u003e90 proof (45% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eSazerac 18 Year 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies perfect balance—offering bold rye spice softened by time, oak, and mellow sweetness. Each sip reveals the distillery’s mastery of long-term maturation, showcasing layers of caramel, leather, tobacco, and cinnamon. This annual, limited release is a cornerstone of the BTAC lineup, treasured for its elegance, depth, and remarkable drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich aromas of oak, honey, leather, and dark spice with hints of vanilla and orange peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and mature with flavors of toffee, clove, nutmeg, and dried fruit balanced by soft rye spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long and warming with notes of oak, caramel, and lingering pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eQ: What makes the Sazerac 18 Year Old 2021 special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eA: It’s an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e18-year-old straight rye whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e released as part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Antique Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for its impeccable aging and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1717\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eQ: What is the proof or ABV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003eA: Bottled at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e90 proof (45% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering depth, maturity, and remarkable smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eQ: Where is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eA: Distilled and aged by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e in Frankfort, Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eQ: What does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eA: Expect rich oak, toffee, spice, and dried fruit with a long, elegant finish of caramel and leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eQ: How rare is the 2021 release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003eA: Extremely rare—produced in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2194\"\u003elimited quantities annually\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003eBTAC series\u003c\/strong\u003e, with bottles highly sought after by collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003eQ: How should I enjoy Sazerac 18 Year 2021?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003eA: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to reveal its intricate layers of spice, oak, and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sazerac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41687830134887,"sku":"088004140045","price":1999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/2929\/1879\/files\/Sazerac_18_Year_Old_Straight_Rye_Whiskey_2021_750mL.webp?v=1761882744","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyshelf.com\/products\/sazerac-18-year-old-straight-rye-whiskey-summer-2021-750ml","provider":"Whiskey Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}