Tasting Notes and Characteristics:

The first sip of Elmer T Lee Single Barrel Sour Mash wraps you in a warm, honeyed embrace, with waves of caramel and toasted oak unfolding gently across the palate. Crafted in the United States with an ABV of 45.00%, this bourbon delivers a harmonious balance of sweet corn richness and subtle rye spice, lifted by hints of dried apricot and vanilla bean. Each glass reveals layers that linger long after the last drop—making it an ideal companion for smoky barbecue ribs or a square of dark chocolate, where its smooth finish and nuanced depth shine brightest.

Producer Information: Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery, located in Frankfort, Kentucky, traces its roots to 1775 when early American pioneers first began distilling whiskey on the banks of the Kentucky River. Officially established in 1858 as the O.F.C. Distillery by Edmund Haynes Taylor Jr., it has continuously operated through Prohibition and multiple ownership changes, making it one of America’s oldest distilleries. Buffalo Trace is distinguished by its commitment to traditional methods such as using century-old fermenters and a unique climate-controlled aging process that leverages Kentucky’s seasonal temperature swings for optimal barrel maturation. Beyond its flagship bourbon, Buffalo Trace crafts a diverse portfolio including Eagle Rare Bourbon, W.L. Weller wheated bourbons, Sazerac Rye whiskey, and the highly sought-after Pappy Van Winkle line, each reflecting a deep respect for regional heritage and category-specific craftsmanship rooted in central Kentucky’s limestone-rich water and storied bourbon legacy.