Van Winkle
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B
Specifications
| Type / Style | Wheated Bourbon |
|---|---|
| Distillery | Buffalo Trace |
| Bottler | Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery |
| Mash Bill | Not disclosed |
| Age | 12 years |
| Proof | 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV) |
| Approx. Price | ~$170 – $900 (as of 2026-10) |
| Availability | Allocated |
Mash bill: Not disclosed. Buffalo Trace does not disclose its wheated recipe beyond wheat replacing rye.
Tasting Notes
Twelve-year wheated bourbon from the Van Winkle line. Soft and balanced, with butterscotch, toffee and caramel and a gentle, spiced finish.
Nose
butterscotch, cinnamon, char, tobacco
Palate
toffee, nutmeg, chewy caramel
Finish
long, subtle, baking spice, dark cherry
Best enjoyed neat.
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