Traveller Whiskey 1L

Traveller Whiskey 1 L is the first-ever celebrity‑collaboration from Buffalo Trace Distillery, co‑created by Grammy winner Chris Stapleton and Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley. Released in January 2024, the label proudly credits both as “Co‑Founders.” They tested more than 50 blends before selecting the final recipe that balances approachability and craftsmanship .

Heritage & Story

Named after Stapleton’s acclaimed album Traveller, this whisky embodies his personal journey and roots in Kentucky. He worked closely on aesthetic touches, including the subtle map of Kentucky adorning the inside back label, visible through the shimmering amber liquid .

This blended whiskey is composed entirely of straight whiskeys from multiple award‑winning Sazerac distilleries there are 0 % grain neutral spirits, making it a full‑flavour blend under “blended whiskey” regulation .

Tasting Notes

• On the nose: inviting notes of vanilla, aged fruit, buttery shortbread, caramel warmth and a hint of oak . VinePair also detects golden raisin, fresh grape, light caramel, medicinal cherry and marzipan-like almond extract .
• On the palate: a creamy mouthfeel welcomes you with sweet cornbread or corn pudding vibes, evolving into allspice, nutmeg, flat‑cola sweetness and gentle oak tannins . Whisky Advocate adds notes of butterscotch, maple syrup, sweet corn and a light rye‑spice edge .
• Finish: robust but short‑to‑medium in length, concluding with leather, tobacco, cherry, artificial grape sweetness and a touch of dry oak .

Accolades

Traveller Whiskey has garnered numerous international awards:

• 2025 Silver – International Wine & Spirits Competition
• 2024: Silver at International Spirits Challenge, Global Whiskey Challenge, International Wine & Spirits Competition; Double Gold at TAG Global Spirits Awards; Gold at American Whiskey Masters; Best in Class/Gold at Whiskies of the World; Silver at North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition, Singapore World Spirits Competition, Denver International Spirits Competition, San Francisco World Spirits Competition; Double Platinum at ASCOT Awards; Master Luxury Masters .

Why Choose Traveller Whiskey 1 L at Oaks & Corks?

• Generous 1 L format—great value and ideal for sharing
• Rapid 24/7 delivery across Nairobi—from our Spirits & Whiskies category or browse similar offerings in Premium Blended Whiskies on Oaks & Corks
• A whisky that’s approachable yet rich, performs well neat, iced, or in cocktails like Old Fashioned, Manhattan or even the highball “Country and Western” popularised at its launch.

Little-Known Facts

• Despite being a “blended whiskey”, Traveller contains no neutral spirits—a rarity and mark of quality in the category .
• Stapleton’s involvement went beyond flavour—he influenced the label design and personally endorsed the bottle’s artistry