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Benchmark Single Barrel Bourbon (95 Proof)
Bourbon — Kentucky , USA
Reviewed
August 20, 2020 (edited March 7, 2022)
95 proof. At least 4 years old. The Benchmark series (Single Barrel, Small Batch, Bonded, Full Proof, and Top Floor), is currently Indiana exclusive. When supplies increase, they plan on expanding to other States. I got this information directly from Buffalo Trace.
N: Lots of brown sugar mingling with some toffee, cornbread and a touch of spearmint.
P: Palate follows nose with brown sugar, toffee, a taste of cornbread, and a touch of spearmint.
F: Brown sugar on cornbread settles a nice finish.
Head and shoulders above the original 80 proof Benchmark. I know that is not saying much, but this is actually enjoyable neat. While I’m not a fan the original Benchmark, this is entirely different. Brown sugar dominant all the way through while cornbread and toffee work themselves in as well. I would liken the profile to that which is similar to Buffalo Trace. At $22.99 this is a great purchase.
22.99
USD
per
Bottle
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