Buffalo Trace White Dog Mash #1
Buffalo Trace White Dog Mash #1 — Unaged 125-Proof Kentucky White Whiskey
Buffalo Trace White Dog Mash #1 is unaged, unfiltered white whiskey — the raw distillate straight off the still at 125 proof (62.5% ABV), 375mL. This is Mash Bill #1 (corn, rye, and malted barley): the exact same recipe that, after years in oak, becomes Buffalo Trace bourbon, Eagle Rare, and George T. Stagg.
"White dog" is what every whiskey is before the barrel takes over — clear, fiery, and grain-forward. Bottled at the legal maximum barrel-entry proof rather than ever touching oak, it offers a rare, unfiltered look at bourbon in its rawest form: sweet corn and fresh cereal with a peppery rye bite, straight from the Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Sweet corn, fresh cereal grain, bread dough, and a whisper of banana.
- Palate: Intense corn sweetness — candy corn, toasted cereal, and raw grain with a peppery rye kick.
- Finish: Hot and lingering, with raw grain character and a touch of vanilla.
Key Highlights
- ✔ Unaged white dog — the raw spirit before barrel aging
- ✔ Bottled at 125 proof (62.5% ABV), the maximum bourbon barrel-entry proof
- ✔ Mash Bill #1: corn, rye, and malted barley — the base of Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare, and Stagg
- ✔ From the Buffalo Trace Distillery, Frankfort, Kentucky
- ✔ A favorite for tasting, education, and home-aging experiments
How to Enjoy
Sip a small pour neat to taste new-make spirit in its purest form, add a splash of water to tame the heat, or use it as a bold high-proof base in cocktails. It's also popular for personal aging experiments in small oak barrels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is white dog whiskey?
White dog is clear, unaged whiskey — the spirit exactly as it comes off the still, before it ever enters a barrel. It's what all bourbon tastes like before oak aging.
Is Buffalo Trace White Dog the same recipe as Buffalo Trace bourbon?
Yes — Mash #1 is the same corn, rye, and malted barley recipe behind Buffalo Trace Bourbon (and Eagle Rare and George T. Stagg), bottled before any aging.
Can you drink white dog straight?
Yes, but expect bold heat and strong grain flavor at 125 proof — a splash of water softens the edge considerably.
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