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Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey vs Evan Williams Bottled-In-Bond

Buy Buffalo Trace for a smoother, sweeter sipper at 90 proof; buy Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond for the cheapest pour per ounce and a bolder, higher-proof whiskey. The latest prices are close: $24.99 for 750 ml of Buffalo Trace at InternetWines.com versus $21.99 for 1.75 L of Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond at Bonnie Brae Liquor, as of November 5, 2026. Per ounce, the Evan Williams costs roughly a third as much.

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Buffalo Trace
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

4.8· 83 ratings
$24.99at InternetWines.comObserved at 9:34 AM
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Choose the Buffalo Trace if you want an easy-drinking, well-balanced bourbon with caramel and oak notes that works neat or in a crowd.

Pros
  • Smooth, balanced flavor that suits neat sipping and gatherings
  • Sweet caramel, toffee and oak notes with a medium spiced finish
  • Lower 90 proof is easier for new bourbon drinkers
  • Strong 4.8 out of 5 rating from 83 ratings
Cons
  • Costs about $0.99 per ounce versus about $0.37 for the Evan Williams
  • Hard to find in some states
  • Some shoppers report stacked prices at retailers
Evan Williams
Evan Williams Bottled-In-Bond

Evan Williams Bottled-In-Bond

$21.99at Bonnie Brae LiquorObserved at 9:34 AM
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Choose the Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond if you want a bonded 100-proof whiskey at a low price per ounce for mixing and everyday pours.

Pros
  • About $0.37 per ounce, the clear value pick
  • Bottled-in-bond at 100 proof gives consistent strength and a bolder flavor
  • 1.75 L bottle suits parties and regular mixing
  • Double Gold medal and wide availability
Cons
  • Higher proof brings more alcohol heat when sipped neat
  • Pepper and citrus notes are less sweet than Buffalo Trace
  • Only a 4 year age statement

What separates them

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyEvan Williams Bottled-In-Bond
Bottle size750 ml1.75 L
Price as of November 5, 2026$24.99 at InternetWines.com$21.99 at Bonnie Brae Liquor
Price per ounceAbout $0.99 per ounceAbout $0.37 per ounce
Proof90 proof (45% ABV)100 proof (bottled-in-bond)
Flavor profileSweet brown sugar, caramel, toffee, oak, light cinnamon and mintCitrus, vanilla, black pepper, caramel, oak, barley
Drinkability neatSmooth and easy with little alcohol biteBolder and hotter at 100 proof
Age statementListed as 9 year4 year
AvailabilityHard to find in some states, such as North CarolinaWidely stocked and inexpensive

Price history

  • Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey: lowest $24.97 on Nov 5 at Walmart.
  • Evan Williams Bottled-In-Bond: lowest $21.00 on Nov 5 at Wooden Cork.

Prices at every store

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

  • InternetWines.comNew

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    $24.99Observed at 9:34 AM
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  • BottleBargainsNew

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    $34.99Observed at 9:33 AM
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  • pjwine.comNew

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    $35.99+ $43.38 shippingObserved at 9:36 AM
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  • WalmartNew

    Out of stock

    $24.97Verified
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Evan Williams Bottled-In-Bond

  • Bonnie Brae LiquorNew

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    $21.99+ $8.99 shippingObserved at 9:34 AM
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  • Muckey's LiquorsNew

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    $28.00+ $10.00 shippingObserved at 8:56 AM
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  • Wooden CorkNew

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    $21.00+ $31.70 shippingObserved at 9:34 AM
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Specs compared

SpecBuffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyEvan Williams Bottled-In-Bond
Size750 ml1.75 L
Age9 Year4 Year
BrandBuffalo Trace—
Alcohol classes & typesAmerican Whiskey—
FlavorStraight Whiskey—
Alcohol content by volume45 %—
Alcohol proof90—
Container typeBottle—
Flavor notesRounded bourbon character with caramel, oak, an…—
MaterialGlass—
Net content statement750 mlt—
Product net content parent750 Milliliter—
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SpecBuffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyEvan Williams Bottled-In-Bond
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Pack quantity1—
Food conditionShelf-Stable—
OccasionChristmas—
ThemeMulti-Theme—

What reviewers say

Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

Reviewers call Buffalo Trace smooth, easy-drinking and well-balanced, a solid entry-level bourbon and a favorite at gatherings. Some comments focus on retailer experiences rather than the whiskey, including one report of a bottle arriving broken.

Pros
  • Smooth with minimal alcohol bite
  • Sweet brown sugar, caramel, toffee and oak notes
  • Medium finish with cinnamon and peppermint spice
  • A crowd favorite and easy to restock
Cons
  • Bottle arrived broken despite bubble wrap
  • Hard to find in North Carolina
  • Prices described as a little stacked

Evan Williams Bottled-In-Bond

Reviewers and owners treat Evan Williams Bottled-In-Bond as a benchmark budget bourbon: punchy, spicy and far better than its price suggests. Most criticism centers on its youth and alcohol bite rather than flavor.

Pros
  • Strong value for a 100 proof bonded bourbon
  • Bold vanilla, caramel and pepper flavor
  • Good in cocktails like an Old Fashioned
  • Consistent quality bottle to bottle
Cons
  • Hot, ethanol-forward finish
  • Younger, grainier taste than aged bourbons
  • Less smooth than lower-proof rivals
Reviews
  • An Excellent Entry-Level Bourbon

Questions and answers

Which is better for sipping neat?
Buffalo Trace. Its 90 proof and sweet caramel-oak profile are smoother with less alcohol bite. Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond is bolder and hotter at 100 proof.
Which is the better value?
Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond. At $21.99 for 1.75 L at Bonnie Brae Liquor as of November 5, 2026, it costs about $0.37 per ounce versus about $0.99 for Buffalo Trace at $24.99 for 750 ml.
Which is better for cocktails?
Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond. Its 100 proof holds up in mixed drinks, and the lower cost per ounce makes it the practical choice for a home bar.
Is Buffalo Trace worth the extra money?
If you drink bourbon neat and want a smoother, sweeter pour, yes. If you mainly mix or pour for a crowd, the Evan Williams gives more whiskey for less money.
How do their proofs compare?
Buffalo Trace is 90 proof (45% ABV). Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond is 100 proof, the minimum for bonded whiskey.
Which is easier to find?
Evan Williams Bottled-in-Bond. Buffalo Trace is allocated in some states and shoppers report trouble finding it in North Carolina.

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