Benchmark Full Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
125 proof
NAS (at least four years)
Bourbon
Buffalo Trace
$21.99
Nose
Rich and dark with deep butterscotch, caramel, and sugary dried dates; majoule date character; crisp apple and honey butter.
Palate
Sweet upfront across entire palate; butterscotch prominent; pop rocks sensation on the side of tongue from proof; medicinal candy and root beer notes; brown sugar sweetness throughout.
Finish
Lingering sweetness with anise and whore hound candy character; spice and drying effect present but tempered by sweetness.
Overall Score
4.4 / 5
An exceptional value at proof and price, delivering consistent sweetness, butterscotch richness, and complexity that rivals bottles at twice the cost.
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Perfection
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