2023 Eagle Rare Double Eagle Very Rare 20 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
2023 Eagle Rare Double Eagle Very Rare 20 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
The 2023 Eagle Rare Double Eagle Very Rare is an extraordinarily limited Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery. Matured for an impressive 20 years, this distinguished expression spends twice as long in oak as the classic Eagle Rare 10 Year. The extended aging process creates remarkable depth and maturity while preserving an exceptional sense of balance.
Crafted from Buffalo Trace’s Mash Bill No. 1 and bottled at 101 proof, or 50.5% alcohol by volume, Double Eagle Very Rare presents a sophisticated combination of sweetness, oak, and warming intensity. Two decades of barrel maturation contribute a gracefully aged character without allowing the oak to overwhelm the bourbon’s underlying richness. Vanilla and caramel provide an inviting sweetness, while toasted oak adds structure, complexity, and a long-lasting impression.
The presentation is every bit as remarkable as the whiskey. Double Eagle Very Rare is housed in an elegant crystal decanter featuring two beautifully sculpted eagles. The distinctive design transforms the bottle into a dramatic display piece worthy of the bourbon it contains. It is presented inside a luxurious silver display box and accompanied by an individually numbered letter of authenticity.
Every element of this release reflects rarity and careful craftsmanship, from the exceptionally mature bourbon to its elaborate collector-quality presentation. Very few bottles were produced, making the 2023 edition especially desirable among serious bourbon enthusiasts and collectors of limited Buffalo Trace releases.
Whether preserved as the centerpiece of a whiskey collection or opened to commemorate an important occasion, the 2023 Double Eagle Very Rare offers an opportunity to experience Eagle Rare at an extraordinary level of age, refinement, and exclusivity.
Tasting Notes
Color: Deep amber with mature mahogany tones developed through 20 years of barrel aging.
Nose: Rich aromas of vanilla and caramel emerge alongside toasted oak, creating an elegant balance of sweetness and mature wood.
Palate: Smooth, structured, and exceptionally balanced, with layers of creamy vanilla, caramelized sweetness, and seasoned oak. The 101-proof strength provides warmth and intensity while allowing the bourbon’s mature character to remain refined.
Finish: Long and gracefully oaked, leaving lingering impressions of toasted wood, vanilla, and caramel.
Product Details
Producer: Buffalo Trace Distillery
Brand: Eagle Rare
Release: 2023 Edition
Classification: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Age: 20 Years
Mash Bill: Buffalo Trace Mash Bill No. 1
Proof: 101 Proof
Alcohol: 50.5% ABV
Bottle Size: 750 mL
Presentation: Crystal decanter with two sculpted eagles
Packaging: Silver presentation box
Authentication: Individually numbered letter of authenticity
