Double Eagle Very Rare 2025 Release 20 Year Old Bourbon

This ultra-aged Kentucky Straight Bourbon is the pinnacle of the Eagle Rare line, matured for 20 years (twice the standard expression) and bottled at a modest but elegant 45% ABV (90 proof). It delivers a deep, velvety profile—sweet, oaky, and richly textured—housed in a collector’s crystal decanter.

🏭 Origins & Presentation

• Produced by Buffalo Trace under the Eagle Rare brand, this is the 2025 iteration of Double Eagle Very Rare, part of a limited annual series since 2019 

• Aged for 20 years in new charred American oak barrels, then hand-bottled in an ornate crystal decanter featuring two sculpted eagles, encased in a silver presentation box with light-up display 

• Production is extremely limited; early editions ranged from ~300–500 bottles annually 

👃 Aroma

Rich and inviting: layers of deep caramel, vanilla bean, toasted oak, dried fruit, honey, and supple leather—all underpinned by elegant spice 

👄 Flavor & Texture

• Palate: Luxuriously velvety with indulgent notes of toffee, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and zesty citrus. Accents of warm baking spices and charred wood add depth 

• Reviewers highlight an intense sweet oak presence, complemented by dark fruit jam, toasted vanilla, subtle clove, leather, and tobacco – rich but never over-oaked

🔚 Finish

Exceptionally long and smooth, concluding on lingering waves of sweet oak, spice, delicate smokiness, plus leather and tobacco echoes that resonate on the palate 

🎯 Who It’s For

• Collectors & enthusiasts: An opulent, showpiece bourbon for commemorations or special tasting sessions.

• Flavor seekers: Delivers complexity and age-driven layering without overwhelming alcohol heat—ideal neat or with a splash of water.

• Luxury buyers: Packaging alone (crystal decanter & collector display) marks it as a statement piece.

💰 Value & Rarity

• Annual bottle counts remain small—early years under 300–500 bottles, rising later—maintaining its prestige 

✅ Final Take

The 2025 Double Eagle Very Rare 20-Year Bourbon is a masterclass in ultra-aging, combining rich oak maturation with elegant sweetness and complexity. It’s crafted for connoisseurs and collectors—best enjoyed neat in a contemplative setting to appreciate its luxurious tapestry.