Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey 100 Proof

Product Description

Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey 100 Proof: America’s First Cocktail Whiskey, Turned Up

The Sazerac was born in New Orleans, and its whiskey was a rye. Sazerac Rye 100 Proof is Buffalo Trace’s higher-strength take on that classic: Kentucky straight rye whiskey bottled at 100 proof (50% ABV), ten points above the standard bottle, built for people who make cocktails. Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley and his team developed it so the extra proof adds structure and flavor without overwhelming the Sazerac profile. The brand describes aromas of clove, vanilla, anise, and pepper, a palate of subtle candied spices and citrus, and a smooth finish with hints of licorice. Reviewers add orange, raisin, mint, and caramel corn.

That’s why bartenders reach for it. At 100 proof, the rye holds its shape in a Sazerac, a Manhattan, or an Old Fashioned, where a lower-proof rye can fade behind the sugar and bitters. It’s also smooth enough to sip neat or over a large cube. The brand’s own Sazerac cocktail is 1.5 ounces of Sazerac Rye, a sugar cube, a quarter ounce of Herbsaint, 3 dashes of Peychaud’s Bitters, and a lemon twist. It’s a one-liter bottle, a home bar staple, and a good-value rye for cocktail lovers.

About the Bottle

• Kentucky straight rye whiskey, no age statement
• 100 proof (50% ABV)
• Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky (Sazerac Company)
• 1 liter

Tasting Notes

From Buffalo Trace’s own notes.

Nose: Clove, vanilla, anise, and pepper.

Palate: Subtle candied spices and citrus.

Finish: Smooth, with hints of licorice.

Food Pairings

The spice and citrus pair well with pork chops, smoked brisket, and gumbo. It also goes with dark chocolate, pecan pie, and aged cheddar.

Serving Suggestions

Sip it neat or over a large cube. For a Sazerac, stir 1.5 oz Sazerac Rye with a sugar cube, 3 dashes Peychaud’s, and a rinse of Herbsaint, and garnish with a lemon twist. It’s also the rye for a Manhattan or an Old Fashioned.

Frequently Asked Questions

What proof is it? 100 proof (50% ABV).

How is it different from the standard Sazerac Rye? It’s 10 proof higher, with more structure and flavor for cocktails.

How old is it? It has no age statement; it’s a straight rye.

What size is it? One liter.

What cocktails is it good for? A Sazerac, a Manhattan, or an Old Fashioned.

Who makes it? Buffalo Trace Distillery, for the Sazerac Company.

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