
Where to Buy Buffalo Trace: A Guide to Finding America's Most Coveted Bourbon
Why Is Buffalo Trace So Hard to Find?
Buffalo Trace Distillery is more than just a whiskey producer—it’s an American icon. Founded in 1775 and operating continuously ever since, this revered Frankfort, Kentucky distillery represents the very soul of bourbon-making in the U.S.
Legendary Status Meets Limited Supply
With its rich history and consistent quality, Buffalo Trace has developed a near-cult following. Whiskey lovers and collectors alike seek out its flagship Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, prized for its smooth yet complex flavor. The bottle’s rising fame—thanks to awards, reviews, and online buzz—has only made it harder to find.
Controlled Allocations and High Demand
Despite its size, Buffalo Trace maintains tight allocations to ensure quality and prestige. Bottles are released in limited batches to retailers, often selling out within hours. Compared to other allocated bourbons like Eagle Rare and W.L. Weller, Buffalo Trace stands out for offering luxury-level taste at a surprisingly approachable price—when you can find it.
Understanding Buffalo Trace Bourbon Variants
Buffalo Trace’s portfolio is anchored by tradition, but it also includes creative variations that appeal to every type of bourbon enthusiast.
Buffalo Trace Original Bourbon
The core expression is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey crafted from a mash bill of corn, rye, and malted barley. Aged in new American oak barrels, it delivers a harmony of caramel, vanilla, and spice, with a smooth finish that appeals to both novices and aficionados.
Buffalo Trace Wheated Bourbon
The distillery is also home to legendary wheated bourbons under the W.L. Weller line. These swap rye for wheat, softening the spice and introducing a creamy sweetness that fans describe as “dessert-like.”
Single Barrel and Rare Releases
For those chasing something even more unique, Buffalo Trace also produces single barrel expressions like Blanton’s and experimental lines from their Warehouse X project. These bottles are not just delicious—they’re collectible investments, often fetching high secondary market prices.
When and Where to Look for Rare Buffalo Trace Bottles
Buffalo Trace doesn’t just show up—it drops. Savvy buyers know how to track it.
Understand Release Timing
Most allocations happen seasonally:
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Spring & Fall: Higher likelihood of stores receiving stock
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Holidays: Especially around Thanksgiving and Christmas
Digital Tools & Alerts
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Set restock notifications on LoveScotch.com
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Follow lovescotchusa on Instagram for drop announcements
Where to Buy Buffalo Trace Whiskey Online
Why Online Shopping Makes Sense
Buying Buffalo Trace online removes the guesswork. You can browse full inventories, compare variants, and trust verified sellers to deliver directly to your door.
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Traveller Whiskey Blend No. 40 By Chris Stapleton & Buffalo Trace
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) 3 pack
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Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Single Barrel (1 Liter)
W.L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey (Liter)
McAfee's Benchmark Old No. 8 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Buffalo Trace White Dog Mash #1 Whiskey (375ml)
Buffalo Trace 1L, Sazerac Rye, & Buffalo Trace Cream Bundle
O.F.C. Old Fashioned Copper Vintage 2006 Bourbon Whiskey
George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2024 Release
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey 2024 Release
Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr. Barrel Proof Rye
William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon 2024 Edition
Buffalo Trace Distillery Prohibition Collection
Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection Oversize Barrels (250L)
W.L. Weller Full Proof Wheated Bourbon Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
W.L. Weller Millennium
Eagle Rare 25 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (1 Liter) 3 Pack
Blanton's Original Single Barrel Select Bourbon Whiskey - LoveScotch Exclusive Barrel Pick
Buffalo Trace Private Select Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Straight Rye Whiskey 2023 Release
Buffalo Trace, Four Roses, & St. George Bundle
W.L. Weller Antique 107 Kentucky Straight Wheated Bourbon Whiskey
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (375ml)
Handy & Schiller Barreled Manhattan Cocktail
Buffalo Trace LVS Private Select Single Barrel
OFC 2005 'Old Fashioned Copper' Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
O.F.C. Old Fashioned Copper Vintage 1994 Bourbon Whiskey
Eagle Rare 17 Year old 'Fall 2024' Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Buffalo Trace Antique Collection 2023 Bundle
Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection 'Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Made With Peated Malt)'
Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection - Oversized Barrel 500L
Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection Baijiu-Style Spirit Whiskey (375ml)
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (1.75L)
Buffalo Trace Kosher Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
Buffalo Trace Kosher Rye Recipe Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
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Buffalo Trace Private Select Single Barrel
Handy & Schiller Barreled Old Fashioned Cocktail
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