BourbonKentuckyUSA
Benchmark Old No. 8
by Buffalo Trace Distillery
Corn SweetnessVanillaCaramelOakySpicy
🔬 Whiskey Details
Type
Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Age
NAS
Region
Kentucky
Distillery
Buffalo Trace Distillery
🎨 Flavor Profile
Corn SweetnessVanillaCaramelOakySpicy
📝 Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Straightforward aromas of sweet corn, vanilla extract, and light caramel with a mild oak presence. Simple yet pleasant with hints of brown sugar and faint cinnamon.
👅 Palate
Light to medium body with prominent corn sweetness, vanilla, and gentle oak. Touches of caramel, mild baking spice, and a hint of citrus provide basic bourbon character.
🔥 Finish
Short to medium with mild warmth, fading vanilla, and a touch of oak tannin.
🥃 How to Enjoy
Recommended
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Neat
The purist's choice. Full oak, vanilla, and caramel come through at room temperature with no dilution.
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On the Rocks
A single large cube slows dilution and tames heat on high-proof pours. Wheated bourbons are especially good this way.
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With Water
On 100+ proof bottles, a few drops settle the alcohol burn and let the grain and spice breathe.
💡 High-proof and single barrel releases shine neat. Save the rocks for everyday-sipper bourbons.
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