My partner is a big barbecue enthusiast, so he has been wanting to try Buffalo Trace bourbon because of its cult following in the BBQ community. Buffalo Trace tends to be on the bar of most bourbon enthusiasts as a divine staple. It has a brown sugar vanilla nose with a smoky-meets-briny flavour journey. Over time, the nose deepens, adding a drizzle of hot caramel. Similarly, the flavour matures with added juiciness as if you've taken a bite into a ripe apricot. Subtle oak says "hello" during a relaxed finish. It still feels like a fairly straightforward classic bourbon, with mild heat while neat.  Best on ice (or with a touch of water) for a smoother sip. I'm not sure it deserves a pedestal, but would be glad to have it in my rotation. 7.5/10