Buffalo Trace Kosher Rye Recipe Straight Bourbon (2020 Release)

Light for a rye.

I was able to purchase this for about $43 which certainly colors my review. The hype on this is that it is basically Blanton’s for less money. After working through half a bottle, I think that is basically true. This definitely (to my taste) has more rye than Blantons but everything else is basically the same. A little more spice, a little less fruit, and a very enjoyable and relatively unchallenging dram. It isn’t changing my perceptions of anything, but it’s nice to be able to grab a well made, pleasing product every once in a while. TLDR: It’s Mash Bill #2 with a little more rye tingle for a good price if you can find it.

First sip had a very salty taste. Very interesting finish for a rye, smooth and silky

I'm lukewarm on this one at best. I get the stingy heat finish on the tongue and lips but I get NONE of the smells or tastes others include in their reviews. It's nice but there's better (and more obtainable) bang for the buck out there. Maybe I'm just off today. I'll try again in a few weeks.