Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey 1.75L is a bold, timeless expression from the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. Often called “the whiskey that started it all,” this rye pays homage to the original Sazerac cocktail of 19th-century New Orleans, delivering classic American rye character with unmatched smoothness and spice.

Crafted from a high-rye mash bill and aged in new charred American oak barrels, Sazerac Rye is bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), offering a perfectly balanced blend of sweetness, spice, and oak. Its versatile profile makes it ideal for sipping neat or as the foundation for iconic cocktails like the Sazerac, Manhattan, or Old Fashioned. Smooth, spicy, and unmistakably classic — this whiskey is a cornerstone of rye heritage.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Rich amber with golden highlights

• Nose: Clove, vanilla, anise, and pepper with hints of citrus and toasted oak

• Palate: Bold and balanced with notes of cinnamon, caramel, and candied orange peel

• Finish: Long and warm with lingering spice, oak, and subtle sweetness

• Aging: Matured in new charred American oak barrels

• ABV: 45% (90 proof)

FAQs

Q: Who makes Sazerac Rye Whiskey?
A: It’s produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky — one of the oldest and most acclaimed whiskey distilleries in the U.S.

Q: What proof is Sazerac Rye?
A: Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV).

Q: Is this a straight rye whiskey?
A: Yes — it meets all standards for straight rye whiskey, including aging in new charred oak barrels.

Q: How long is Sazerac Rye aged?
A: It’s typically aged around 6 years, though no age statement appears on the bottle.

Q: How should I drink Sazerac Rye?
A: Enjoy neat, on the rocks, or in classic cocktails — especially the namesake Sazerac, the official cocktail of New Orleans.