
Common
Benchmark Full Proof
Buffalo Trace
Kentuckyยท62.5% ABVยทCommonยท$25
american Whiskeybourbon
Tasting Notes
Don't let the "Benchmark" name fool you; this Full Proof bourbon isn't your grandpa's mixer. Bottled at a robust 125 proof straight from the barrel, it's a surprisingly nuanced sipper from Buffalo Trace. Expect a nose of deep brown sugar, caramel, and a hint of citrus zest that leads into a palate bursting with cinnamon spice, dry oak, and even a touch of leather. The finish is long and warming, dominated by sweet oak and lingering spice. It drinks a bit below its proof, making it approachable without sacrificing that high-proof kick. While not overly complex, it's a solid, flavorful bourbon that's worth a try if you're looking for a well-priced, high-proof option.
Flavor Profile
๐Fruity
2.8
๐ชตWoody
4.0
๐ถ๏ธSpicy
4.3
๐ธFloral
1.2
๐ฅSmoky
0.3
๐ฏSweet
3.8
๐พMalty
3.5
๐Maritime
0.1
Flavor Tags
vanillacarameloakcitruschocolatecinnamonnutmegpepperhoneyspicy