Buffalo Trace Batch 3 Prohibition Collection is the third installment in Buffalo Trace Distillery’s celebrated Prohibition Collection, bringing five historic whiskey labels back to life through distinctive modern expressions. Inspired by brands connected to the George T. Stagg Distillery during America’s Prohibition era, this limited-edition 2026 release combines remarkable whiskey with historically inspired packaging.
The collection contains five 375 mL bottles—Henry Watterson, Kentucky River, John G. Carlisle, Walter B. Duffy, and Cove Spring—with expressions spanning Kentucky straight rye, straight bourbon, wheated bourbon, and blended Kentucky straight whiskey. Presented together in a custom wooden display case, Batch 3 is an exceptional release for Buffalo Trace collectors and American whiskey enthusiasts.
Available now at Whiskey Caviar.
Included Whiskeys
Henry Watterson Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey – 140.6 Proof
An uncut and unfiltered rye delivering powerful rye spice alongside citrus peel, green herbs, cedar, thyme, and mint. The exceptionally high proof leads into a long, dry, spice-driven finish.
Kentucky River – 100 Proof
A blend of Kentucky Straight Whiskeys featuring honeyed grain, vanilla, caramelized sugar, baked apple, oak, and warm pastry notes.
John G. Carlisle Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – 100 Proof
A classic Kentucky bourbon profile featuring toasted nuts, caramelized grain, orchard fruit, vanilla, oak, baking spice, and subtle tropical fruit.
Walter B. Duffy Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – 107 Proof
A blend of 10-year and 14-year Kentucky Straight Bourbons offering graham cracker, toasted corn, mature oak, dried fig, raisin, date, sweetness, and subtle anise.
Cove Spring Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey – 120.2 Proof
An uncut wheated bourbon showcasing red cherry, toasted coconut, sweet corn, oak, and spice, followed by a long red-fruit and toasted-oak finish.
A Tribute to Buffalo Trace's Prohibition History
From 1920 through 1933, the distillery now known as Buffalo Trace operated as the George T. Stagg Distillery and was among the small number of distilleries permitted to bottle medicinal whiskey during Prohibition.
Batch 3 draws inspiration from Buffalo Trace's historical archives, reviving five names associated with this era. The individual bottles and cartons feature period-inspired details, while the complete collection is housed in a custom wooden display case featuring archival-style Buffalo Trace imagery.
Vital Stats
Release: Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection Batch 3
Release Year: 2026
Number of Bottles: 5
Bottle Size: 375 mL each
Total Volume: 1.875 L
Proof Range: 100–140.6 Proof
Styles: Bourbon, Wheated Bourbon, Rye & Blended Kentucky Straight Whiskey
Presentation: Custom wooden display case
Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery
Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
Ideal For
Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection Batch 3 is designed for collectors as much as whiskey drinkers. Its historic labels, distinctive packaging, varied whiskey styles, and limited-release format make it an impressive centerpiece for a Buffalo Trace collection or a memorable gift for a serious bourbon enthusiast.
For those opening the collection, tasting the five expressions side-by-side is an excellent way to experience the range. Begin with the 100-proof expressions and work upward toward Cove Spring and the formidable 140.6-proof Henry Watterson. Enjoy each neat in a Glencairn first, adding a few drops of water to the higher-proof expressions if desired.
FAQ
Q: What bottles are included in Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection Batch 3?
A: The collection includes five 375 mL bottles: Henry Watterson, Kentucky River, John G. Carlisle, Walter B. Duffy, and Cove Spring.
Q: What is the highest-proof whiskey in Batch 3?
A: Henry Watterson Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey is the highest-proof expression at an impressive 140.6 proof, bottled uncut and unfiltered.
Q: Does Buffalo Trace Prohibition Collection Batch 3 come with a display case?
A: Yes. All five 375 mL bottles are presented together in a custom wooden display case, making the collection particularly attractive for display, gifting, and collecting.
