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Benchmark Full Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
125 proof
NAS
Bourbon
Buffalo Trace
Frankfort, KY
$21.99
Nose
Rich, dark, and deep with sugared dried dates and Medjool dates; butterscotch and caramel dominant; hints of apple and honey butter.
Palate
Immediate and sustained sweetness across the front, mid, and rear; prominent butterscotch and caramel; spicy pop-rocks sensation on the sides of the tongue; well-covered bitterness.
Finish
Long with anise, whore hound candy, and root beer character; spice and pepper present; medicinal candy undertones.
Top notch
An exceptional full-proof bourbon at an unbeatable price, delivering comprehensive sweetness, complex spice, and an impressively long finish that belies its modest cost.
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Forgettable
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