Buck 8 Year

Spicy, malty

A light, rusty copper color. Licorice, moldy oak and corn on the nose. Oak hits first on the palate, followed quickly by a nice hit of orange jelly. Getting a nice “Fruit Stripes Gum” nuance at the very finish along with a subtle, slow burn. Nice legs on the glass and a smooth, well-rounded mouthfeel. Sure, I’d love to experience a richer, more complex flavor profile...but this one’s not bad for the low price point. 3.65.

Nose - Caramel and vanilla upfront on top of dark fruit, with oak, brown sugar, licorice and a touch of honey in the background. Palate - Caramel, cherry and grain are predominate with rye, vanilla, oak and a hint of orange building up behind it. Finish - Caramel and vanilla are balanced nicely by an oak spiciness that slowly fades.

Not the best out there, but for the price point and age it's not bad at all