Thomas Handy Rye

Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye is an ultra-premium, limited-edition rye whiskey, named after the 19th-century bartender credited with popularizing the Sazerac cocktail in New Orleans. Released annually as part of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, this whiskey is bottled straight from the barrel without dilution or filtration, preserving its rich and intense character.

Tasting Notes:

✔ Nose: Cinnamon, clove, caramel, toasted oak, and dried fruit.
✔ Palate: Full-bodied with bold rye spice, dark cherries, toffee, and honeyed sweetness.
✔ Finish: Long, warm, and complex, with lingering black pepper, nutmeg, and charred oak.

Key Features:

• Barrel-Proof & Unfiltered – Bottled at full cask strength, often ranging between 125-130 proof.
• Aged ~6 Years – A balance of youthful spice and deep oak complexity.
• Highly Allocated – Limited annual releases, making it a highly sought-after collector’s item.
• Ideal for Sipping or Cocktails – Best enjoyed neat or in a premium rye cocktail like a Sazerac or Manhattan.