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American whiskey covers a broad range of styles produced across the United States, with bourbon, rye and Tennessee whiskey among the best known. Different grains, mash bills, distillation methods and maturation requirements create considerable variation, from sweet and full-bodied bourbons to spicier rye whiskies and smooth charcoal-mellowed Tennessee expressions.

American whiskey covers a broad range of styles produced across the United States, with bourbon, rye and Tennessee whiskey among the best known. Different grains, mash bills, distillation methods and maturation requirements create considerable variation, from sweet and full-bodied bourbons to spicier rye whiskies and smooth charcoal-mellowed Tennessee expressions.

About American Whiskey

American whiskey covers a broad range of styles produced across the United States, with bourbon, rye and Tennessee whiskey among the best known. Different grains, mash bills, distillation methods and maturation requirements create considerable variation, from sweet and full-bodied bourbons to spicier rye whiskies and smooth charcoal-mellowed Tennessee expressions.

Kentucky is the traditional heartland of bourbon production, while Tennessee is closely associated with its own distinctive whiskey style. American whiskey is also produced across many other states, with distilleries in areas such as New York, Texas, Colorado and the Pacific Northwest developing regional identities of their own.

New charred oak barrels play a major role in shaping many American whiskey styles, contributing flavours of vanilla, caramel, toasted oak, spice and coconut. Bourbon must contain at least 51% corn in its mash bill, while rye whiskey must contain at least 51% rye, giving each category its own characteristic balance of sweetness, spice and grain character.

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Bourbon is a type of American Whisky that is barrel aged for a minimum of two years, and is primarily made with corn, which gives it a distinct vanilla-like sweetness.

Bourbon Whiskey

Bourbon is a type of American Whisky that is barrel aged for a minimum of two years, and is primarily made with corn, which gives it a distinct vanilla-like sweetness.

In the United States, for a whiskey to qualify as a rye it must be made from a mashbill that contains at least 51% rye grain.

Rye Whiskey

In the United States, for a whiskey to qualify as a rye it must be made from a mashbill that contains at least 51% rye grain.

Whilst possessing all the requirements to be classed as bourbon, whiskey producers in Tennessee pride themselves on their regional identity and unique production methods.

Tennessee Whiskey

Whilst possessing all the requirements to be classed as bourbon, whiskey producers in Tennessee pride themselves on their regional identity and unique production methods.

Whilst Kentucky is widely recognised as the heartland of Bourbon Whiskey production, interestingly, the term “Kentucky Whiskey” is not a legal designation like Tennessee Whiskey.

Kentucky Whiskey

Whilst Kentucky is widely recognised as the heartland of Bourbon Whiskey production, interestingly, the term “Kentucky Whiskey” is not a legal designation like Tennessee Whiskey.

Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts, these rare finds offer complex flavours and a taste of history, making them a must-have for any serious whiskey aficionado.

Old & Rare Whiskey

Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts, these rare finds offer complex flavours and a taste of history, making them a must-have for any serious whiskey aficionado.

The Buffalo Trace distillery has been producing whiskey for over 200 years.

Buffalo Trace Distillery

The Buffalo Trace distillery has been producing whiskey for over 200 years.

Established in 1866 by Jasper Newton "Jack" Daniel, the distillery is one of the oldest registered in the United States.

Jack Daniel's

Established in 1866 by Jasper Newton "Jack" Daniel, the distillery is one of the oldest registered in the United States.

The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection brings together a selection of rare, hand-selected whiskeys that showcase the best of Buffalo Trace’s master distillers.

Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection brings together a selection of rare, hand-selected whiskeys that showcase the best of Buffalo Trace’s master distillers.