In Historic Downtown Paducah
Reserve Now: 443.9932, ext. 240 or 241

At Buffalo Trace, Master Distiller Harlen Davis Wheatley carries on the tradition of producing some of the world's finest bourbons.

An Evening with
Harlen Davis Wheatley
Master Distiller, Buffalo Trace

All proceeds benefit the Carson Center, our not-for-profit performing arts center.

with Celebrity Chef John Mangelos of California and Little Edibles Catering

Enjoy a memorable night as you

• mix and mingle over appetizers with Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley and Celebrity Chef John Mangelos
• sip award-winning, ultra-premium, handcrafted Buffalo Trace cocktails (Keep the beautiful glassware. Non-alcoholic options available.)
• settle in for a custom, multiple-course gourmet menu, showcasing Chef Mangelos’ talents and featuring tonight’s bourbon
• and end the evening with an auction of select autographed items and complimentary Buffalo Trace bourbon chocolates.

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Frankfort Figs
Fresh sweet figs kissed with a quenelle of Buffalo Trace-infused chèvre and dollop of honey

Wheatley Wonderful Potatoes
Spicy Buffalo Trace chicken atop petite fingerling potatoes

Taylor Tender Puffs
Blueberries and Buffalo Trace mousse in a delicate pâte à choux pastry


Kentucky Greens 
Petite greens of arugula, dandelion, frisée, oak leaf, radicchio, and sorrel; tossed with bourbon-infused raisins, red-ripe tomatoes from a local farmer’s market and slivered almonds; dressed with Buffalo Trace raspberry vinaigrette


Colonel Blanton Pasta
Manicotti filled with bourbon-soaked sun-dried tomatoes; and ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses; baked and presented with light Buffalo Trace marinara sauce


Elmer T. Lee's Game
Golden-roasted Cornish game hen sharing the plate with trio of roasted fall root vegetables (fragrant parsnips, caramelized carrots and sweet potatoes) with a Buffalo Trace glaze


Single Barrel Pear
Bourbon poached pear drizzled with Buffalo Trace vanilla sauce topped with bourbon-praline pecans

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Reservations Accepted Now

Celebrity Chef John Mangelos describes his appetizer magic to Gene and Louise Katterjohn during last year’s Distiller’s Dinner.

$125 per person, all-inclusive
$175 per person, seated at the Distiller’s Table
A portion is tax-deductible
Tickets available only by calling 270.443.9932, x240 or x241. Reservations required.

Between courses, Chef Mangelos shares his cooking secrets and Master Distiller Wheatley talks about the fascinating history of Buffalo Trace. A brief auction of autographed items autographed by Distiller Wheatley and Chef Mangelos ends the evening.
Mini-Auction Items

Buy great items for yourself or as gifts! Proceeds benefit the regional performing arts mission of the Carson Center!

Premium Spirits From Buffalo Trace Distillery, in Handsome Wooden Crate

• Buffalo Trace Straight Bourbon Whiskey, signed by Master Distiller Wheatley: Made with fine Kentucky and Indiana corn, selected rye, and superior malted barley. Aroma of vanilla, mint, and molasses. Tastes pleasantly sweet with notes of brown sugar and spice.
• Sazerac Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, signed by Leonard Riddle, who manages aging whiskey. Aged 18 years, this hearty whiskey has aroma of Christmas cake, fresh mint, and rich sweet corn. Tastes of fruit, spice, vanilla, toasted oak. Used in one of America’s first cocktails, the Sazerac Cocktail, which originated in New Orleans.
• Eagle Rare Bourbon Whiskey, signed by Ronnie Eddin, who with Leonard Riddle, manages aging whiskey: Aged 17 years, Eagle Rare has aroma of orange, spice, and honey. Tastes of toffee, sweet spicy fruits, vanilla, oak, nut, and spice.
• William Larue Weller Limited Edition Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey, signed by Master Distiller Wheatley. Handcrafted using original recipe of William Larue Weller, Kentucky distilling pioneer, first to make straight bourbon using wheat instead of rye in 1849. Aromas of honey, figs, dates, and oaky vanillas. Tastes delicate, yet buttery rich with overtones of liquorice and toffee.
• Rain Organic Vodka, signed by Master Distiller Wheatley: Handmade in small batches. Distilled from organic white corn, this vodka undergoes an extensive 20-day production technique that includes cold-water sweet mash fermentation, seven distinct distillations, and polishing stage that adds pure limestone water.

"The Spirit of Legends" by Lee Cable
Limited edition print vividly depicts the time when mighty buffalo thundered across the land. They carved paths or “traces” in the wilderness, soon marked with footprints of pioneers journeying west. This print shows the Great Buffalo Trace, leading to the banks of what is now the Kentucky River. In a beautiful gold frame, ready to hang in home or office. Mr. Cable, now based in Colorado, is one of the nation’s finest wildlife artists.

Deluxe Gift Basket of Buffalo Trace Treasures
Brimming with yummy gourmet Buffalo Trace products: fudge sauce, caramel sauce, cherry preserves, mint julep mixer, meat marinade; also a bottle of Buffalo Trace bourbon complemented by rocks glass and shot glass. Topped off with a deck of cards.

Exquisite Crystal Set Etched with Buffalo Trace Art
Lovely crystal decanter and 4 crystal tumblers, all etched with Buffalo Trace logo, with weighted bottom for both style and substance.

Barrelhead Autographed by Buffalo Trace Distillery VIPs
Barrelhead autographed by Mark Brown, president of Buffalo Trace Distillery; Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley; and J. Preston Van Winkle, great-grandson of the legendary Julian P. "Pappy" Van Winkle, Sr., whose legacy includes fine Van Winkle Bourbon.

Hard Hat Tour & Lunch For 6 at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort
Enjoy a magnificent behind-the-scenes tour. Don the signature dark-green hard hat, and set off to see all there is to see: grain receiving, cooking of the mash, fermentation, distilling, barreling, and bottling. After this thirst-inducing "work," relax with a fine lunch at Stony Point Mansion. Enjoy a private tasting with distillery management of never-before released whiskey.

Autographed Bottles of Buffalo Trace
A bottle of Buffalo Trace, autographed by Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley, will adorn each table. Typically these are among the most popular auction items at this dinner.

In addition to Buffalo Trace items, our mini-auction includes a small, hand-picked selection of items to warm up your home for the holidays – or to give as a thoughtful gift. Just a few examples:

Christopher Radko Cookie Jar with Holiday Theme
The Christopher Radko Company designs and produces hand-made, keepsakes like the charming cookie jar. This sparkling creation will be a collectors’ item, lasting keepsake for your home, or a gift for loved ones.

Bill Ford’s “Interior Motives”
Two hours of interior decorating or home staging advice by gifted and popular artist/interior designer Bill Ford, who has decorated and staged homes for 45 years. His art and guidance are in high demand. He will visit your home to offer recommendations on decorating or “staging.” Home staging is using furniture and art in creating an environment appealing to potential homebuyers. Includes a $250 gift certificate to be used toward a one-time purchase of $500 at The Shop of Norma Kellum – a haven of fine taste in unique accessories and furniture for your home.
Help with Holiday Decorating!
Professional decorator visits your home to provide decorating tips and assistance with one room for the holidays or another time. Comes with a few lovely items for your home, such as an unusual table lamp

From the Haley Max Collection – "Loving"
An elegant silver statue of the loving embrace of a couple – thoughtful gift for engagements, weddings, anniversaries.

Original ART BY Beloved Local Artists, Created for this Event:
As the mighty buffalo thundered across the land 200+ years ago, they carved paths in the wilderness and a destiny for our ancestors. These paths, known as traces, were soon marked with the footprints of adventurers, explorers and pioneers as they made their journey west. The Great Buffalo Trace led to the rugged banks of what is now known as the Kentucky River near our Capitol. Two dear friends of the Carson Center have recreated beautiful scenes reminiscent of these early days and current times of what is now the location of Buffalo Trace Distillery.

Clyde Lawter - Painting of herd of buffalo grazing on the trace in a dreamy landscape. Handsomely framed.

Jerry Oliver - Acrylic painting with a close view of buffalo at the Salato Center at Buffalo Trace Distillery with rich colors in the perfect frame.

Jerry Oliver - Watercolor of open shutter on Warehouse C at Buffalo Trace Distillery, in lovely frame. Perfect accent piece.

PS – As always, we will auction a few bottles of our featured bourbon, autographed by our Master Distiller!

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