What happens when Kentucky bourbon tradition meets Scottish peat? Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection – Peated Malt Bourbon answers that question with characteristic precision and curiosity. Crafted at Buffalo Trace Distillery using a bourbon mash bill incorporating peated malt, this rare release explores the fascinating intersection of classic bourbon sweetness and the gentle, earthy smoke more commonly associated with Scotch whisky. Distilled, aged, and bottled under strict standards — a true collector's expression for those who seek something genuinely distinct.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Classic bourbon caramel and vanilla with an intriguing undercurrent of gentle peat smoke and earthy complexity
• Palate: Beautifully balanced — rich bourbon sweetness of caramel, vanilla, and toasted oak meeting a subtle but unmistakable peat smoke character that adds depth without overwhelming
• Finish: Long and layered with lingering oak, caramel, and a gentle smoky warmth that sets it apart from any standard bourbon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection?

The Experimental Collection is Buffalo Trace Distillery's ongoing series of limited releases exploring unconventional production methods, mash bills, barrel types, and aging conditions. Each release is a genuine scientific and sensory experiment — designed to push the boundaries of what bourbon can be.

What is peated malt and why is it unusual in bourbon?

Peated malt is barley that has been dried over burning peat, imparting a smoky, earthy character — a hallmark of many Scotch whiskies. Using it in a bourbon mash bill is highly unconventional, creating a spirit that bridges two great whiskey traditions in a single bottle.

How should I serve it?

Best enjoyed neat to fully appreciate the interplay between bourbon sweetness and peat smoke. A small drop of water can help open up the more subtle smoky notes.

What size bottle is this?

This listing is for a 750ml bottle of Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection – Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Made With Peated Malt).

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