WhiskeyMike901
Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Bourbon — Kentucky, USA
Reviewed
October 3, 2018 (edited November 4, 2019)
Best bourbon you can buy in the $25 range. Don't understand the low "expert" score on this one, which puts it lower than most common bottom shelf pours. Not remotely justified IMO. This BT expression is down right excellent and tastes like it could sell for much more than it does.
My BT bottle is a single barrel select store pick. Enjoyed neat from a Glencairn. Nose is fruity sweet vanilla, maybe toffee, with light sweet barrel wood. Palate is also rich and sweet but also nice heat and spiciness. Long lingering finish brings out toasty barrel wood and a pleasant tobacco note. Very nice. In fact I’ve not had any other bourbon, particularly under $30, so far with such rich tobacco flavors that linger forever. Makes you want to keep sipping just to get to those finish notes!
Overall, not the most complex bourbon but delicious in its own right; in the price range it deserves a high 80 to 90 rating. I'd take it all day every day over any other $25 picks, save for Wild Turkey 101 which I also love but offers a completely different flavor profile. Hey, it's great we have such awesome choices under $30!! Cheers!
27.0
USD
per
Bottle
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