{"product_id":"eagle-rare-17-year-2019","title":"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2019 Antique Collection)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #ddc4b5;   \/* metallic foil label accent *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #132444;   \/* deep navy power color *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #28181c;   \/* lowlight oak\/mahogany shadow baseline *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:38%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-img-fluid { width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:4px; border:1px solid rgba(221,196,181,0.15); display:block; margin:25px 0; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; color:var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TL;DR (speakable, GEO) --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEagle Rare 17-Year-Old\u003c\/strong\u003e is the Antique Collection's hallmark extra-aged bourbon expression. The 2019 release was distilled in the spring of 2002, aged for a precise 17 years and 3 months on the first floor of Warehouse P, and bottled at its historic 101 proof standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ELEMENTAL DISTINCTION --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Proof Specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packaged reliably at 101 proof (50.5% ABV) as an intentional tribute to the original 1975 brand architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecadal Minimum Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stated 17-year display represents the minimum aging floor, capturing a precise total run of 17 years and 3 months in oak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarehouse Staging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Positioned cleanly on the cooler first floor of Warehouse P, allowing a smooth, lower-velocity maturation cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume Evaporation Metrics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concluded its decadal sleep with a total batch evaporation loss of 66% to the surrounding microclimate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-Rye Core Recipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged entirely from the distillery's iconic \u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e Mash Bill #1stocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SENSORY + STRATEGIC GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed notes of cooked orchard cherries, seasoned rackhouse oak framing, and sweet maple syrup provide a classical presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and remarkably refined; soft layers of artisan cocoa powder and warm caramelized sugars interact smoothly with oak vanillins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantially long; elegant streaks of baking cinnamon, dry tobacco leaf, and crisp spearmint linger cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEagle Rare 17\u003c\/strong\u003e functions as the quiet, oak-driven pillar of the annual portfolio, capturing Best of Category honors at the LA International Spirits Competition. At 101 proof, it delivers the most delicate texture of its release group, providing a highly sophisticated contrast to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/thomas-h-handy-sazerac-2019\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe high-proof 2019 Thomas H. Handy release\u003c\/a\u003e. It occupies an elite tier inside \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/whiskey\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour complete whiskey collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- EMBEDDED HIGH-RES FLAT BOTTLE PORTRAIT BANNER --\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTrWcRA2OxLgJeMKqt0zxordgPUNQMgs6jh-xVCDknlcA\u0026amp;s\" alt=\"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Antique Collection Bourbon Bottle Layout\" class=\"mw-img-fluid\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffalo Trace Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMash Bill Matrix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuffalo Trace Mash Bill #1 (Low-Rye Core Platform Matrix)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17-Year Face Statement (True 2019 Vintage Maturity: 17 Years, 3 Months)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e101 Proof \/ 50.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottling Line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottled consistently at 101 Proof · Chill Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse Sourcing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarehouse P Exclusive (First Floor Allocations)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvaporation Metrics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66% Total Batch Volume Evaporation Loss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompetition Awards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest of Category · LA International Spirits Competition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCritical Honors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e93\/100 Evaluation Ranking · Whisky Advocate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Context\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2019 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection (Annual Fall Allocation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory Stamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDSP-KY-113\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin Terroir\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States · Kentucky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 2019 allocation arrives dressed in the portfolio's iconic deep navy closure head foil, displaying the clean \"17 Years Old \/ 101 Proof\" indicator panel on the face glass. Because this expression is completely chill filtered, it preserves crisp visual clarity even when cold-stored or poured over ice. Crucially, the choice casks selected for this lot were left in place to age for an extra year, meaning it stands as the exact direct liquid foundation piece to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2020\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe historic 18-year-statement 2020 Eagle Rare release\u003c\/a\u003e tree inside portfolios managed by \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- RECOMMENDED SERVING --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTo fully experience the enhanced barrel characteristics built over seventeen years without masking the soft low-rye corn profile, enjoy this spirit completely neat at room temperature. The 101 proof delivery is masterfully calculated by the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac Company\u003c\/strong\u003e to carry its rich cocoa and caramel weight flawlessly without water assistance; however, sampling inside a tulip glass focuses the herbal tobacco finish beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ACCORDION DEEP-DIVES --\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eProduction Methodology\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis whiskey is distilled meticulously from a premium low-rye corn mash recipe, using traditional copper column configurations at DSP-KY-113 in \u003cstrong\u003eFrankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/strong\u003e. The specific barrels chosen for the celebrated 2019 batching run were cellared for over seventeen years on the cooler lower decks of Warehouse P. Cut slowly down to its target 101 proof line using pure limestone spring runoff water before bottling, it undergoes a dedicated chill-filtration loop to ensure absolute liquid stability under the global brand parameters managed by the \u003cstrong\u003eSazerac\u003c\/strong\u003e corporate group.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eVault Integrity \u0026amp; Sourcing Standards\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eEvery bottle handled by \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e is procured strictly through authorized, verified allocation channels and passes rigorous physical seal and label inspection points before being logged into inventory. Shipments are handled via specialized, glass-rated container packaging and absolute age-verification checks; an adult signature (21+) is strictly mandatory upon delivery. Review our complete protocols via \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eour editorial and authentication standards\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat age statement did the 2019 Eagle Rare 17 carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 2019 **Eagle Rare 17** was bottled at 17 years and 3 months, matching the brand's standard 17-year statement. It was distilled in the spring of 2002, aged on the first floor of Warehouse P, and bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV). The following year's release, drawn from the same barrel groups, carried an 18-year statement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 2019 Eagle Rare 17 chill filtered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eYes. Unlike the uncut, unfiltered Stagg, Weller, and Handy lines, **Eagle Rare 17** is chill filtered and bottled at 101 proof. The 2019 release was distilled in spring 2002 and aged 17 years and 3 months on the first floor of Warehouse P, with a 66% evaporation loss. Official notes include cocoa, caramel, and oak under the direction of the **Sazerac Company**.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Product\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019#product\",\n      \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (2019 Antique Collection)\",\n      \"image\": \"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTrWcRA2OxLgJeMKqt0zxordgPUNQMgs6jh-xVCDknlcA\u0026s\",\n      \"description\": \"Eagle Rare 17-Year-Old is a Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace's low-rye Mash Bill #1, distilled in spring 2002 and bottled at 101 proof for the 2019 Antique Collection, aged 17 years and 3 months.\",\n      \"sku\": \"088004018315-19\",\n      \"mpn\": \"088004018315-19\",\n      \"gtin13\": \"088004018315\",\n      \"brand\": { \"@type\": \"Brand\", \"name\": \"Eagle Rare\" },\n      \"category\": \"Bourbon\",\n      \"offers\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n        \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019#offer\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019\",\n        \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n        \"price\": \"1699.95\",\n        \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n        \"itemCondition\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/NewCondition\",\n        \"seller\": { \"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Midnight Whiskey\" }\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"BreadcrumbList\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019#breadcrumb\",\n      \"itemListElement\": [\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 1, \"name\": \"Home\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\" },\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 2, \"name\": \"Bourbon\", \"item\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/whiskey\" },\n        { \"@type\": \"ListItem\", \"position\": 3, \"name\": \"Eagle Rare 17 (2019)\" }\n      ]\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/products\/eagle-rare-17-year-2019#faq\",\n      \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n          \"@type\": \"Question\",\n          \"name\": \"What age statement did the 2019 Eagle Rare 17 carry?\",\n          \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The 2019 Eagle Rare 17 was bottled at 17 years and 3 months, the brand's standard 17-year statement. 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