Benchmark McAfee's Bourbon Whisky, 70 cl

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This review has been a long time coming because I’ve been procrastinating. I have thought favorably of the other bottles in the lineup as a whole because of how good they have been for the price. Will my thoughts remain the same for the Single Barrel? Let’s take a look. I sampled this neat in a glencairn.

There wasn’t much surprise on this one because I’d expect a bottle that’s priced twice as much and aged twice as much to have the better score. The final tally shows that this ended up being the case. All of that isn’t to say that the Benchmark is a slouch though! On the contrary, I was quite surprised that Buffalo Trace didn’t try to shove an incomplete, hot mess of a bourbon into the market just to make a cash grab. Finish: The fruit intensifies with some heat that was unrecognized on the palate. There’s a lingering note of barrel char and leather baseball glove straps that give this some age. The heat is nice and smoldering, as it should be for 125 proof, but it still has some sweet and enjoyable aftertastes that linger. Score: 7.5/10 Final Thoughts We deliver to a number of international destinations including the USA. Please use the 'Change Location' link above for an estimate in your local currency or find out more about international delivery Benchmark small-batch bourbon [ 3] showcases the craftsmanship and quality of its maker. Only a select few barrels are used for this expression, making it a one-of-a-kind spirit. Common Benchmark Bourbon Prices Type Compared with regular Benchmark: the flavors are similar but are more full and pronounced in the Small Batch. The dryness at the end also is more apparent. Many of the others in the line offer more complexity or more pronounced pleasant flavors. I would suggest that if this is the only one of the Benchmark line that have tried, and you loved it, then great! However, if you didn’t, you might find it worthwhile to try one of the others in the Benchmark Bourbon line.Finish: White pepper and cinnamon spice build throughout the finish; some rye spices and a bit of sweet fruit and brown sugar continue; moderate overall spiciness; fairly long finish with a moderate burn; dry wood increases towards the end and lingers Which Benchmark bourbon is the best? Before answering that question, let's get a little more information about the Benchmark brand.

Buy the Buffalo Traceif you know that straight sippin’ is most appealing to you. Sure, you could mix it because it’s cheap enough to not be wasted, but why would you? Buffalo Trace is not necessarily a great bourbon, but it is a quality product that is much better than a lot of other brands’ comparably priced bottles. My journey began with a vision – a cozy haven where enthusiasts and newcomers alike could gather to share stories, savor exceptional drams, and forge unforgettable memories. Over the years, my bar has become a hub of knowledge, camaraderie, and, of course, the finest selection of whiskeys from around the world. Continuous ⁢Improvement: We embrace a culture of‍ continuous improvement,​ consistently refining ⁣our ​processes, ⁤and pushing the ⁣boundaries⁤ of ​what is⁣ possible. Brad: For me it was sour apple, a light brown sugar (specifically, it's not a dark brown sugar), and ethanol.The areas that they cut costs on are not hidden either. You can see or taste them all. First, they proof down Benchmark Old No. 8(also known as adding a little water to it) to the bare minimum allowed by law – 80 proof.It’s also bottled at only 3 years old(the label states “at least 36 months old”). Candy corn, caramel corn, vanilla, nuts, grain and a touch of oak and spice. The palate is more muted than the aroma, but there’s nothing offensive going on so there’s nothing to get too worked up about.