The Last Drop Buffalo Trace 27 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey

The Last Drop Buffalo Trace 27 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey is a rare masterpiece of time and craftsmanship—an opulent pour of deep oak, rich toffee, and warm spice, aged to perfection and bottled for the true connoisseur.

60.9% ABV, 700 ml, Release No. 37

The Last Drop Buffalo Trace 27 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey is an extraordinary expression born from the heart of Kentucky and curated with unparalleled reverence by The Last Drop Distillers. Originally distilled at the iconic Buffalo Trace Distillery in 1989 and 1990, these rare barrels were discovered after spending nearly three decades aging in oak—developing a profile of immense depth, elegance, and complexity. On the nose, it offers an inviting bouquet of leather-bound books, toasted oak, and caramelized brown sugar. The palate reveals rich layers of dark chocolate, dried fruit, vanilla bean, and a whisper of spice, balanced by a soft, velvety mouthfeel. Its finish is long and warming, leaving behind a trail of aged oak, tobacco leaf, and subtle cherry compote. Bottled at cask strength and presented in The Last Drop’s signature handcrafted packaging, this is not just a bourbon—it’s a liquid time capsule that celebrates heritage, rarity, and the art of patient perfection.

This 700 ml bottle is present in a wooden box with a 50 ml tasting bottle and a tasting book.

Review from Breaking Bourbon: "The Last Drop Distillers, curators of the world’s most remarkable spirits, is delighted to announce its 2025 Collection featuring three whiskies that celebrate the unique maturation methods used by the most prestigious distilleries around the world: a 27 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery (Release No. 37),  a 55 Year Old Single Malt Scotch from the Tomintoul Distillery (Release No. 38) and a 22 Year Old Japanese Blended Malt Whisky (Release No. 39).

Each release showcases the art of blending and maturation while exhibiting best-in-class American, Scotch and Japanese whisky management techniques, from the innovative aging experiments taking place at Buffalo Trace Distillery, to the exceptional cask program used to age the Tomintoul, and the time-honored art of Japanese distilling, blending and maturation.

Release No. 37: The Last Drop 27 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery
As one of the oldest bourbons yet to be released from the World’s Most Award-Winning Distillery, this exceptional creation features three of Buffalo Trace’s oldest barrels – distilled in 1995, 1996 and 1997.  These barrels were hand selected and then married together by Master Blender Drew Mayville and Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley. The resulting whiskey pushes the boundaries of bourbon beyond all expectations, retaining a delightful vibrancy while showcasing the depth and character that could only come from decades of careful aging under expert supervision at the distillery’s state-of-the-art maturation facility, Warehouse P.

Uncut and unfiltered, this ultra-rare bourbon is bottled at 121.8 proof (60.9% ABV). Just 508 bottles will be available worldwide . . .

Tasting Notes by Drew Mayville, Master Blender, Buffalo Trace Distillery

APPEARANCE A bright bronze-gold, which catches the light in a most alluring manner.
NOSE Aromas of seasoned oak immediately greet the senses followed by essences of decadent cherry and medjool date. Baking spices and dark fruit notes intertwine with an emerging peppery rye influence that adds a layer of complexity.
PALATE The palate opens with oak tannins, offering a deep, woody foundation that builds into layers of caramel sweetness and dark chocolate-dipped cherries with hints of tobacco and supple leather.

CONCLUSIONS Perfectly aged, the finish is long and satisfying. The dried fruits and caramel are lengthened by the tingling oak spice, producing a smooth and warming sipping whiskey."