Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye 2006 132.7 Proof (1st Release)

132.7 proof. Uncut. Unfiltered. Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye 2006 — nearly two decades from its original BTAC fall allocation, one of the oldest Handy vintages available through any specialty retailer.

The BTAC Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Rye was introduced in the program's early years. The 2006 is among the earliest Handy vintages commercially available and stands nearly two decades removed from primary distribution — from the era before the BTAC achieved its current cult status and when Handy allocation was significantly more accessible than today.

Together with the 2007 also in the Wooden Cork collection, the 2006 provides a consecutive early-era Handy pair at notably different proofs (132.7 vs 134.8) — documenting the series' proof variation across its founding years.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bold rye spice, dried fruit, caramel at 132.7 proof intensity.
• Palate: Powerful — rye grain, dark fruit, and warm spice at cask strength.
• Finish: Long — pepper, cinnamon, and rye through a sustained close.

Specs

• Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
• Style: Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
• Proof: 132.7 (66.35% ABV)
• Bottling: Uncut, unfiltered
• Release: 2006 BTAC Annual Release
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

• How does the 2006 Handy compare to the 2007 also in stock? The 2006 is 132.7 proof; the 2007 is 134.8 — a 2.1 proof gap between consecutive early-era vintages. Both are from the founding era of the Handy program, nearly two decades from primary distribution.
• Is the 2006 Handy still available? Yes — one bottle, nearly two decades from primary distribution.