Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton Launch Traveller Whiskey Full Proof

Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton Unveil Traveller Whiskey Full Proof

Buffalo Trace Full Proof 75 cl celebrates a bold evolution of the Traveller Whiskey brand, marking the first line extension from the original Blend No. 40. Crafted through a collaboration between Buffalo Trace Distillery Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley and musician Chris Stapleton, this whiskey is bottled at a commanding 60.5% ABV (121 proof), offering a robust take on the approachable style loved since the brand’s debut. The release underlines whisky blending as an art form, balancing amplified intensity with the smooth, easy-sipping character Traveller is known for.

Maturation & Flavor Profile

The Full Proof edition intensifies the original blend's profile, bringing forward amplified notes of caramelized sugar, baking spice, and toasted oak. Enhanced flavors of vanilla, warm toffee, and dark fruit unfold across the palate, adding depth and a longer finish without sacrificing smoothness. This expression showcases how variations in proof can reveal layers within blended American whisky, distinct from straight bourbons.

Master Blender’s Statement

Chris Stapleton explains, “When we decided to experiment with a higher-proof expression, I was excited to see where that could land. … It’s the same easy-to-drink DNA, just turned up a few notches.” Harlen Wheatley adds, “Flavors and finishes came to the forefront that aren’t as apparent in the 90 proof blend. … We think where we’ve landed is a completely unique offering that every whisky drinker should try.”

Release & Availability

Buffalo Trace Full Proof 75 cl launched in February 2026 as a limited release. This 121-proof blended whisky presents a compelling addition for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a richer, more intense expression of Traveller Whiskey.