Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat Recipe Bourbon Whiskey brings the soft, rounded character of a classic wheated Kentucky bourbon together with a carefully controlled kosher production program supervised by the Chicago Rabbinical Council (cRc).
Buffalo Trace created its Kosher Whiskey collection using high-quality grains and barrels specifically dedicated to kosher spirits. The Wheat Recipe replaces the more typical rye component found in many bourbons with wheat, resulting in a softer and more gently sweet style. Buffalo Trace describes the expression as showing subtle sweetness complemented by fruit and vanilla, making it especially approachable while retaining the depth expected from Kentucky straight bourbon.
Bottled at 94 proof / 47% ABV, the whiskey carries more structure than many standard-proof wheated bourbons without becoming overly aggressive. Expect an easy progression of soft wheat, vanilla, ripe fruit and gentle bourbon sweetness, supported by caramelized grain and oak as the whiskey opens in the glass.
The kosher program dates back to Buffalo Trace's work with the cRc beginning in 2010. Special barrels were placed under a kosher chain of custody, and bottling equipment was flushed before use to prevent contact with non-kosher spirits. The first three expressions—Wheat Recipe Bourbon, Rye Recipe Bourbon and Straight Rye Whiskey—were introduced in 2020 and continue as part of the distillery's kosher whiskey portfolio.
Retail and historical release information also associates the Wheat Recipe with the same style of high-quality wheated grains used for W.L. Weller Bourbon, helping explain its soft, fruit-forward profile.
For Buffalo Trace collectors, wheated bourbon fans and shoppers seeking certified kosher whiskey, this is a distinctive bottle combining recognizable Kentucky bourbon character with a unique production story.
Key Features
- Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat Recipe Bourbon
- cRc Certified Kosher
- Produced under supervision of the Chicago Rabbinical Council
- Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
- Wheated mash recipe
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94 proof / 47% ABV
- Aged in barrels dedicated to kosher spirits
- Part of Buffalo Trace's three-expression Kosher Whiskey collection
- Produced in Frankfort, Kentucky
- Traditionally released after Passover
- Recommended neat by Buffalo Trace
Tasting Notes
Nose: Soft vanilla, sweet wheat and orchard fruit, with gentle caramelized grain and oak underneath.
Palate: Smooth and rounded with vanilla, ripe fruit, wheat sweetness and light caramel, framed by subtle oak.
Finish: Clean and mellow with lingering vanilla, soft fruit, wheat and gentle bourbon warmth.
Buffalo Trace's official profile specifically emphasizes subtle sweetness, fruit and vanilla; the additional descriptors above are a natural house-style expansion for merchandising copy.
How to Enjoy
Buffalo Trace officially recommends enjoying the Kosher Wheat Recipe neat, which allows its softer wheat-driven sweetness and fruit-and-vanilla character to remain front and center.
It can also be served over a large cube for a cooler, more relaxed pour. At 94 proof, it has enough body to work beautifully in a Bourbon Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Gold Rush or Boulevardier, particularly when you want a softer bourbon base rather than a rye-forward spice profile.
FAQ
Is Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat Recipe actually kosher?
Yes. It is currently listed by Buffalo Trace as cRc Certified Kosher and is produced under the supervision of the Chicago Rabbinical Council. The cRc's current liquor list also includes Buffalo Trace Kosher Bourbon Wheat Recipe among its certified products.
Is it kosher for Passover?
No. It should not be marketed as a beverage for consumption during Passover. Buffalo Trace explains that whiskey is not consumed during Passover and that special ownership and handling procedures are used as part of the kosher program. Releases are traditionally distributed after Passover.
What makes this a wheated bourbon?
The mash uses wheat rather than rye as the flavoring grain, producing a generally softer, rounder bourbon profile. Buffalo Trace officially categorizes it as a Wheat Recipe Bourbon with a wheated mash.
What proof is Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat Recipe?
It is bottled at 94 proof / 47% ABV.
What does it taste like?
Buffalo Trace describes it as having subtle sweetness with hints of fruit and vanilla.
Is it related to W.L. Weller?
Retail and historical product information states that the Wheat Recipe uses the same style of high-quality wheated grains associated with W.L. Weller Bourbon. Both are wheated bourbons produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery.
How old is Buffalo Trace Kosher Wheat Recipe?
The original release information and many retail listings describe the early Wheat Recipe bottlings as seven years old. However, Buffalo Trace's current official product page does not publish an age statement, so I recommend leaving age out of the Shopify title and specifications unless your current case or bottle confirms it.
