Benchmark Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
95 proof
NAS (rumored ten years)
Bourbon
Buffalo Trace
$24.99
Nose
Rich and syrupy with butterscotch and maple notes; no youth or corn sweetness; hint of spice; sorghum and molasses.
Palate
Zero upfront sweetness; butterscotch and caramel midsection; oak prevalent; fig and dried fruit character; little bit of tingle.
Finish
Dry backend with sizzle and spice; finish builds with each sip; drying sensation.
Overall Score
3.7 / 5
A notably richer and more mature expression with compelling butterscotch and fig notes that demonstrates quality single-barrel selection.
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