2019 Double Eagle Very Rare Bourbon

Aged twice as long as the standard Eagle Rare 10 Year. A hand-crafted crystal decanter with two sculpted crystal eagles — one inside the bottle, one the stopper. Buffalo Trace's most prestigious bourbon presentation.

Double Eagle Very Rare takes the Eagle Rare program and extends the maturation to approximately 20 years before bottling. At twice the age of Eagle Rare 10 Year, the bourbon has developed a fundamentally different character: the wine-like fruit aromatics of younger Eagle Rare have evolved into something richer, more concentrated, and more complex, with the gracefully aged oak that defines the best ultra-long-matured American whiskey.

The 2019 was the inaugural series release — the first Double Eagle Very Rare ever bottled, making it the most historically significant edition in the lineup. The presentation matches the ambition: a hand-crafted crystal decanter featuring two sculptured crystal glass eagles, presented in a wooden gift box. It is one of the most visually striking bourbon presentations available at any price point.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep, rich amber with the extraordinary color depth of approximately 20 years of barrel contact.
• Nose: Vanilla, toasted oak, and caramel — more concentrated and complex than the 10 Year, with the graceful restraint of long aging.
• Palate: A gracefully aged oaky flavor — complete oak integration with caramel, vanilla, and dried fruit speaking through rather than against the wood.
• Finish: Warm and lingering — long, clean, and deeply satisfying.

The Crystal Decanter

Each Double Eagle decanter is hand-crafted crystal featuring two sculpted eagles — one inside the bottle visible through the glass, and one that forms the stopper. The presentation reflects the bourbon's position as the pinnacle of the Eagle Rare lineup and makes it one of the most display-worthy objects in the premium American bourbon category.

Specs

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
• Age: Approximately 20 years (twice Eagle Rare 10 Year)
• Presentation: Hand-crafted crystal decanter with two sculpted crystal eagles, wooden gift box
• Size: 750ml
• Release: 2019 — inaugural Double Eagle Very Rare

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Why is the 2019 significant? The 2019 was the inaugural release — the first Double Eagle Very Rare ever bottled. For collectors, first releases of premium series carry additional historical significance. The 2022 continues the series, but the 2019 is the origin edition.
• How does Double Eagle compare to Eagle Rare 17 Year BTAC? Eagle Rare 17 Year BTAC is 17 years old at 101 proof — wine-like, fruit-forward, and annually released. Double Eagle is approximately 20 years focused on gracefully aged oak character in a crystal decanter. The BTAC 17 Year is more broadly acclaimed; Double Eagle is more visually prestigious and age-forward.
• Is the crystal decanter functional after the bourbon is finished? Yes — fully functional as a permanent display piece. The sculpted eagles make it one of the most striking bar objects in the category.
• Is Double Eagle a good gift? Yes — the crystal decanter, wooden box, and sculpted eagle design combined with the Buffalo Trace pedigree makes it immediately understood as a serious and impressive gift for any bourbon enthusiast.