Bonhams and Buffalo Trace Launch Exclusive Eagle Rare 30 Year Old Bourbon

Buffalo Trace Distillery has teamed up with auction house Bonhams for an exclusive and incredibly old Eagle Rare bourbon: the Eagle Rare 30 Year Old. That might not sound exceptionally old for whisky, but for the American distillery it’s their oldest bourbon ever.

The release of this venerable bourbon marks not only a historic moment for the distillery, but also for the world of premium whiskey and collectors. For Bonhams, this bottle is the beating heart of a brand-new bourbon auction featuring exclusive lots.

To celebrate this special Buffalo Trace release, Bonhams is hosting an exclusive online whisky auction running from April 24 to May 8, 2026. With just 15 lots, this Bonhams sale offers a rare chance to own a piece of whiskey history.

It’s not a large auction, but it blends rare whiskey with craftsmanship and exclusive experiences. The sale includes exceptional bottles of bourbon, including the very first and second bottles ever produced of Eagle Rare 30 Year Old.

Also on offer are complete sets and individual bottles from the renowned Eagle Rare range, such as the Eagle Rare 10 Year Old, plus 12- and 17-year-old bourbons.

What makes this auction even more enticing for bidders are several luxury experiences up for grabs. Think private tastings and an exclusive overnight stay in a historic lodge in Kentucky.

The star of the show is the 30-year-old Eagle Rare. For a bourbon, this American whiskey has matured for an extraordinarily long time. The bourbon comes from the experimental Warehouse P, where controlled conditions slow the aging process.

This innovative storage concept allows Buffalo Trace Distillery to push the boundaries of bourbon-making. Harlen Wheatley, master distiller at Buffalo Trace, notes that this release isn’t just about the “30 years” on the label.

It’s about the singular quality time has created. According to the distiller, the whiskey has developed a complex flavor profile from its years in oak yet remains wonderfully balanced.

The 30-year-old bottles are expected to fetch between £9,000 and £13,000. It’s also clear the bottles are scarce, though the exact number released has not been disclosed.