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Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection
Kentucky bourbon whiskey from Buffalo Trace. Buffalo Trace says selected experiments from its experimental barrels are occasionally bottled and released in limited quantities.
| Distillery | Buffalo Trace, Kentucky, United States |
|---|---|
| Strength | 53.5% ABV (107 proof) 45% to 53.5% across 5 editions |
| Age | 15 years |
| Casks | charred white oak casks |
| Peated | No |
| Style | Kentucky bourbon whiskey |
| Release type | Special releases |
| Bottler | Sazerac Company |
| Last edition | Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon, 7 April 2026 |
| Last stated price | $46.99 |
Stock sheet
1 of 5 listings in stock at the last read.
| No. | Shop | Listing | Shop price | Status | Read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Dram StreetUS | Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection Straight Bourbon Whiskey Made With Peated MaltAn earlier edition, 28 April 2023 | $899.99 | In stock | 12 November 2026 |
| 002 | SipWhiskeyUS | Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection: Spirits Distilled from Grain and HopsAn earlier edition, 29 January 2025 | Not shown | Sold out | 12 November 2026 |
| 003 | CraftShackUS | Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection "Oversized Barrels" Straight Bourbon WhiskeyAn earlier edition, 2023 | Not shown | Sold out | 12 November 2026 |
| 004 | CraftShackUS | Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection Baijiu-Style Spirit WhiskeyAn earlier edition, 22 April 2021 | Not shown | Sold out | 12 November 2026 |
| 005 | Dram StreetUS | Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection: Spirits Distilled from Grain and HopsAn earlier edition, 29 January 2025 | Not shown | Sold out | 12 November 2026 |
Editions
Every dated Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection edition, newest first, with its source.
| No. | Edition | Released | Strength | Stated price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon | 7 April 2026 | 53.5% ABV107 proof | $46.99 | LinkReport an error |
| 002 | Spirits Distilled From Grain and Hops | 29 January 2025 | 45% ABV90 proof | $46.99 | LinkReport an error |
| 003 | Straight Bourbon Whiskey Made With Peated Malt | 28 April 2023 | 45% ABV90 proof | $46.99 | LinkReport an error |
| 004 | "Oversized Barrels" Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 2023 | 45% ABV90 proof | Not stated | LinkReport an error |
| 005 | Baijiu-Style Spirit Whiskey | 22 April 2021 | 45% ABV90 proof | $46.99 | LinkReport an error |
Stock history
Read since 20 October 2026: 5 listings at 3 shops, 1 in stock and 4 sold out at the last read. No restock seen yet.
Questions
- When is the next Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection release?
- Going by past dates, around April 2027: the last 4 editions came out in April 2026, January 2025, April 2023 and April 2021. Nothing on this page is an announcement unless a source says so.
- How much does Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection cost?
- The last stated price was $46.99. Shops list it from $899.99 today.
- Has the 2026 edition come out?
- Yes: Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon came out on 7 April 2026.
- When did past editions come out?
- Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon on 7 April 2026, Spirits Distilled From Grain and Hops on 29 January 2025, Straight Bourbon Whiskey Made With Peated Malt on 28 April 2023, "Oversized Barrels" Straight Bourbon Whiskey in 2023 and Baijiu-Style Spirit Whiskey on 22 April 2021.
- Where is Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection in stock?
- Dram Street, when the shops were last read.
- How do I hear when it is out or back in stock?
- Add it to your alerts. They are free. The shops are checked every 15 minutes, and you get an email when one has it or a new edition comes out.
More from Buffalo Trace
Other Buffalo Trace lines in the book.
| No. | Release | Age · strength | Last release | Next | Shop stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 YearBuffalo Trace · Kentucky | 10 years · 53.5% ABV | 10 September 2026 | September 2027 Estimate | Sold out |
| 002 | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 15 YearBuffalo Trace · Kentucky | 15 years · 53.5% ABV | 10 September 2026 | September 2027 Estimate | Sold out |
| 003 | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 20 YearBuffalo Trace · Kentucky | 20 years · 45.2% ABV | 10 September 2026 | September 2027 Estimate | In stock 2 shops |
| 004 | Pappy Van Winkle's Family Reserve 23 YearBuffalo Trace · Kentucky | 23 years · 47.8% ABV | 10 September 2026 | September 2027 Estimate | In stock 1 shop |
| 005 | Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 YearBuffalo Trace · Kentucky | 13 years · 47.8% ABV | 10 September 2026 | September 2027 Estimate | In stock 1 shop |
| 006 | Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year (Lot B)Buffalo Trace · Kentucky | 12 years · 45.2% ABV | 10 September 2026 | September 2027 Estimate | In stock 1 shop |
| 007 | E.H. Taylor Jr. Limited EditionsBuffalo Trace · Kentucky | 10 to 18 years · 50% ABV | May 2026 | No estimate | Not listed |
| 008 | E.H. Taylor Jr. Barrel ProofBuffalo Trace · Kentucky | No age statement · 63.95% ABV | 2026 | No estimate | In stock 1 shop |
More from Kentucky
Other limited Kentucky lines.
| No. | Release | Age · strength | Last release | Next | Shop stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Heaven Hill Grain to GlassHeaven Hill · Kentucky | No age statement · 54.6% ABV | December 2026 | December 2026 Announced | Not listed |
| 002 | Four Roses Limited Edition Small BatchFour Roses · Kentucky | 19 to 25 years · 54.6% ABV | 10 October 2026 | September 2027 Estimate | In stock 1 shop |
| 003 | Angel's Envy Cellar CollectionAngel's Envy · Kentucky | No age statement · 53.2% ABV | 9 October 2026 | No estimate | In stock 1 shop |
| 004 | Woodford Reserve Distillery SeriesWoodford Reserve · Kentucky | No age statement · 50% ABV | 7 October 2026 | No estimate | Sold out |
| 005 | Russell's Reserve Single RickhouseWild Turkey · Kentucky | No age statement · 60.4% ABV | 6 October 2026 | October 2027 Estimate | Sold out |
| 006 | King of KentuckyBrown-Forman · Kentucky | 14 to 18 years | 1 October 2026 | October 2027 Estimate | Sold out |
Other special releases from United States
| No. | Release | Age · strength | Last release | Next | Shop stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Orphan BarrelDiageo | 14 to 26 years · 46% ABV | 1 November 2026 | No estimate | In stock 1 shop |
| 002 | Jack Daniel's Special Release (Single Barrel Special Release series)Jack Daniel's · Tennessee | No age statement | 20 October 2026 | No estimate | In stock 2 shops |
| 003 | Jack Daniel's Distillery SeriesJack Daniel's · Tennessee | No age statement · 69.2% ABV | August 2026 | No estimate | Sold out |
| 004 | Barrell SeagrassBarrell Craft Spirits | No age statement · 62.01% ABV | 9 June 2026 | June 2027 Estimate | In stock 1 shop |
Sources
- Experimental Collection, Buffalo Trace Distillery
- 2026 Bourbon Release Calendar, Breaking Bourbon
- 2025 Bourbon Release Calendar, Breaking Bourbon
- Buffalo Trace Distillery, Wikipedia
- 19 hot whiskies to hunt summer 2026, whiskyadvocate.com
- Buffalo trace just released 2 120000401, aol.com
- Buffalo Trace Distillery advances bourbon experimentation with debut Single Oak release and newest addition to Experimental Collection (press release), Buffalo Trace Distillery
- Experimental Collection: Spirits Distilled from Grain and Hops (press release), Buffalo Trace Distillery
- Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection: Low Entry Proof Wheated Bourbon Review, Breaking Bourbon
- Buffalo Trace experiments with hops, The Spirits Business
- Tasting Buffalo Trace Experimental Spirits Grain and Hops, Whisky Advocate
- Press Release: Buffalo Trace Distillery Announces Peated Bourbon, Breaking Bourbon
- Buffalo Trace Distillery's Newest Release from the Experimental Collection: Peated Bourbon, GoBourbon
- Buffalo Trace Distillery Releases Baijiu Style Spirit, Breaking Bourbon
- Buffalo Trace - Experimental Collection Oversized Barrel 500L Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Tipxy
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