Buffalo Trace: Battle of the Single Barrels Blind Bourbon Showdown! 🥃
Buffalo Trace
What happens when you take two Buffalo Trace Single Barrel bourbons, pit them head-to-head, and then let Heather taste them blind? You get one of the most unpredictable and unscripted Tortured Bourbon episodes yet.
Same distillery. Same mash bill. Same proof. But two completely different barrels — each with its own unique character, quirks, and surprises. We set out to see if barrel selection really makes a difference… and the results were anything but boring.
🎥 Watch the full episode here: Buffalo Trace: Battle of the Single Barrels Blind Bourbon Showdown!
The Head-to-Head
We started with two different Buffalo Trace Single Barrel store picks — both 90 proof, Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey. Our goal was simple: taste them side-by-side, compare the differences, and crown a winner.
But then came the twist — Heather went blind, with no clue which pour was which. It’s one thing to talk big when you know the label… it’s another when you have to trust your taste buds alone.
Bourbon Basics
Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery – Frankfort, KY
Mash Bill: Undisclosed (rumored high-corn, low-rye)
Proof: 90
Age: NAS (typically 6–8 years)
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Single Barrel
Tasting Notes We Expected
Nose: Vanilla, caramel, light oak, sweet corn, and cherry
Palate: Toffee, baked apple, cinnamon, a touch of leather
Finish: Medium length, sweet with gentle spice
The Verdict
Let’s just say… the blind tasting threw a wrench in the predictions. Flavor memory is a tricky thing, and when labels disappear, so do biases. Which one came out on top? You’ll have to watch the episode to find out — but we promise, it’s worth the suspense.
Why This Matters for Bourbon Drinkers
Single barrel bourbons are like snowflakes — no two are alike. Even within the same brand, proof, and mash bill, the barrel’s location in the warehouse, the wood grain, and the climate can create wildly different profiles. If you’ve ever wondered why one bottle of Buffalo Trace might taste different from another, this episode is your answer.
