Elmer T. Lee was one of the most well-known Master Distillers of Buffalo Trace, retiring in 1985 after 36 years. While this was always a popular bourbon for Buffalo Trace, it has become relatively unobtainable (at least at MSRP prices).
What is the mash bill for Elmer T. Lee?
This particular single barrel used Buffalo Trace's #2 mashbill which is a high rye (~15%). Fresh baked bread, cream soda, soft oak, and touches of coconut and cinnamon form a sophisticated aroma that is gentle in its intensity, yet immediately makes an impression.
What does Elmer T. Lee taste like?
Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon which is carefully distilled at Buffalo Trace is adored for its honey, vanilla, citrus peel and sweet flavor notes. Sweet and rich. Maple syrup, brown sugar, citrus peel, honey, old leather and walnuts.
Is Elmer T. Lee still made?
Elmer T. Lee was one of the most well-known Master Distillers of Buffalo Trace, retiring in 1985 after 36 years. While this was always a popular bourbon for Buffalo Trace, it has become relatively unobtainable (at least at MSRP prices).
How much should Elmer T. Lee cost?
Elmer T Lee Single Barrel is a good bourbon that's certainly fine for $40, but not really much more (price does not affect the rating).
Is Buffalo Trace being discontinued?
According to Buffalo Trace, this canceled whiskey release is due to a concern over quality standards with the whiskey set aside for this year's George T. Stagg release. The blending team must ensure each year's new batch matches ones from previous years.
Why is single barrel more expensive?
While the standard bottle of bourbon is typically made with a blend of whiskeys from multiple casks, single barrel indicates the liquor has spent its life in just one — and because the unique flavor profiles that can develop in a single barrel make these bourbons coveted products for whiskey lovers, that often means
Is single barrel or double barrel more expensive?
As with “single malt” whisky (made from only one ferment of malted grain), single-barrel whisky is considered more exclusive, and thus valuable, than double-, treble- or more.
Which is more expensive small batch or single barrel?
Taylor Small Batch only costs $40 while Single Barrel is $60. But these days MSRP means nothing. Prices for allocated bourbons are soaring, so in reality, you're looking at $70-$100 for Small Batch and $150-$200 for Single Barrel.