Benchmark Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
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Benchmark Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a distinguished expression that pays homage to the adventurous McAfee Brothers of 1773. As they explored uncharted territories that now host the renowned Buffalo Trace Distillery, they left behind surveyor marks, known as benchmarks. This exceptional bourbon is a tribute to their pioneering spirits, crafted meticulously to represent the rich heritage and commitment to quality associated with Buffalo Trace.
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Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This is a Kentucky straight bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, bottled from a single barrel at 95 proof (47.5% ABV) after time in new charred oak. The name nods to the McAfee Brothers, who explored the land now home to the distillery in 1773 and left surveyor marks called benchmarks. In the glass, expect warm vanilla and toasted oak on the nose, then caramel, toffee and a light touch of baking spice, with a warm finish that leaves oak and sweetness behind. Because each bottle comes from one barrel, the profile offers its own character, which makes it fun for collectors who like comparing bottles, while the corn-dominant mash bill keeps it approachable for someone still finding their way into bourbon. It drinks well neat or over a large cube, and at 95 proof it gives an Old Fashioned or Bourbon Sour real backbone. We carry it because it delivers a genuine single barrel experience from a renowned distillery in a bottle you can actually open and enjoy.
Pairs well with
- Smoked brisket — The toasted oak and caramel notes echo the bark and char of slow-smoked beef.
- Pecan pie — Toffee, vanilla and baking spice in the bourbon mirror the pie's buttery, caramelized filling.
- A quiet evening of reflection — Its lingering warm finish of oak and sweetness rewards slow, contemplative sipping.
Questions about this bottle
What does single barrel mean for this bourbon?
What does single barrel mean for this bourbon?
Each bottle is drawn from one individual barrel rather than a blend of many. The producer notes that the Single Barrel expression amplifies complexity and offers a unique profile, so you may notice subtle differences from one bottle to the next.
How strong is Benchmark Single Barrel, and what size is the bottle?
How strong is Benchmark Single Barrel, and what size is the bottle?
It is bottled at 47.5% ABV, which is 95 proof, and comes in a standard 750 ml bottle.
What does it taste like?
What does it taste like?
The nose opens with warm vanilla and toasted oak. On the palate you get caramel and toffee with a subtle hint of baking spice, and the finish lingers with warmth, leaving echoes of oak and sweetness.
Where does the Benchmark name come from?
Where does the Benchmark name come from?
It honors the McAfee Brothers, who in 1773 explored the territory that now hosts Buffalo Trace Distillery. They left surveyor marks known as benchmarks, and this bourbon is a tribute to their pioneering spirit.
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