The best reason to buy Elmer T Lee Commemorative Edition I think is if you’re a fan and want simply own it. Don’t misinterpret this as much of a criticism, I’m just spitting hairs searching for differences. Elmer T Lee to me shows a bit more fusel alcohols and is a touch bitter and acrid in aftertaste where Elmer T Lee Commemorative Edition finishes cleaner. In flavor, Elmer T Lee Commemorative Edition seems a bit more refined. I’m not getting those nice baking spices and rye note. Regular Elmer T Lee seems more about the caramel and has a bit of nail polish remover. Side-by-side Elmer T Lee Commemorative Edition is pretty similar to Elmer T Lee. Elmer T Lee Commemorative Edition seems more interesting in the nose. A little rye in there – getting some evergreen. Mild char with a little astringency drying out the sweetness. Buffalo Trace Mash #2 which is thought to be about 13-15% rye.
This release is a one time deal and Buffalo Trace describes it as very limited.
Buffalo Trace did a similar special release to commemorate Lee’s 90th birthday, although that didn’t result in a proof change. He reportedly did so into his 90’s.Įlmer T Lee Commemorative Edition is basically the same as the standard bottle, but bumped up an extra 1.5% alcohol to make it 93-proof in honor of Lee. His namesake Bourbon was launched in 1986 under the condition that Elmer could pick out the barrels.
Elmer T Lee Commemorative Edition BackgroundĮlmer T Lee passed away last year at the age of 93 and Elmer T Lee Commemorative Edition is a special release honoring him.
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