Buck Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 8 Year
90 proof
8 years
Bourbon
Franklin Distillery
$28
51% corn (minimum for bourbon classification)
Nose
Oak presence with aged leathery tobacco, worn saddle/boot leather, chocolate-covered cherries, almondy nutty character. Minimal floral or sugar notes.
Palate
Sweetness on the front end with chocolate, nuttiness (almond or peanut), Belgian waffle with maple syrup notes. Medium body with almond-forward character. Dries on the back of the palate but not excessively.
Finish
Medium to long finish with lingering sweetness on the palate despite the dryness on the back end.
Very good
A solid eight-year-old Kentucky straight bourbon at an excellent price point that drinks smoothly with good depth and aging character, making it worthy of both personal enjoyment and gifting.
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Forgettable
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