![]() However, what we do know is that Benchmark Small Batch Bourbon is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. We are also told that “select barrels are chosen”, but again, that is not very specific. The one thing we do know is that Buffalo Trace blends barrels to achieve a specific flavor profile, however that would be the same for any of the Benchmark bourbons except for the Single Barrel. That’s the thing about bourbons designated as “Small Batch”. So, what exactly is McAfee Brothers Benchmark Small Batch Bourbon? Well, other than being one of the 5 Benchmark bourbons released in late 2020, we don’t really know. ![]() Bottled at 90 proof, this Small Batch bourbon is a testament to quality and craftsmanship.” What is Small Batch? Please enjoy our Benchmark Small Batch Bourbon Review!Īccording to the Buffalo Trace / Benchmark website: “Select barrels are chosen for this small batch bourbon by our Master Distiller. **Some of you refer to this as the “finish” but let’s be honest.Distilled, Aged & Bottled by Buffalo Trace Distillery If I’m drinking bourbon on the rocks I skip the waiting and dive in both feet first. I personally find that it’s better to let some of the alcohol waft off before diving in. *I like to let my bourbon sit in the glass for at least 5 minutes before I start to smell it or have a drink. While I like this, I think it may be my least favorite of Buffalo Trace’s low rye mash bill. Worth The Price: I paid $12.95, which is quite reasonable.īottle, Bar or Bust: Bottle, because value. I shared it with some friends after they helped me move a 300 lb. As with most 80 proof bourbons, you’ll need less sugar if you’re making an Old Fashioned and less vermouth in your Manhattan. Straight, Old Fashioned or Manhattan:While the cocktails work reasonably well, I like this one straight. If you’re going to drink this, drink it neat. Neat, Splash or Rocks: I don’t really believe in adding water or ice to an 80 proof bourbon. My Nose Noticed:* Vanilla | Honey | Orange Peel How I Drank It: Neat, in Glencairn whiskey glass. ![]() Explore our complete library of bourbon reviews to help you choose your next perfect bottle. To me, that’s not selling point, but let’s give it a taste. Sazerac/Buffalo Trace markets it as a cheaper alternative to Jack Daniel’s and it shows in the Old No. It was produced at the Four Roses distillery when Seagram’s owned it. The brand name was purchased by Sazerac in 1992 and McAfee’s was added to the name in honor of the McAfee brothers who surveyed a site just north of Frankfort in the late 1700s. 8 bourbon was created by Seagram’s in the late 1960s as a luxury brand and was originally named Benchmark Bourbon. We’ll be looking at that last one for today’s review.īenchmark Old No. Taylor, the eponymous Buffalo Trace, Old Charter and McAfee’s Benchmark. Their #1 mash bill is a low-rye bill (less than 10%) and makes some big names: Eagle Rare, George T. Age and placement in the warehouses determine the rest. We hope you enjoy this new series of reviews and hope you’ll help us shape future reviews by letting us know in the comments what sub-$20 bourbon you’d like us to review next.īuffalo Trace makes a lot of different bourbons but they only have a few mash bills. Knowing that not all sub-$20 bourbons will be great, Thomas will be adding a new category to our standard tasting notes – Straight, Old Fashioned or Manhattan – to see whether a classic cocktail improves on a straight tasting. Bourbon & Banter contributor, Thomas Fondano, will be trying out and commenting on bourbons priced under $20. Welcome to a new tasting series on lower shelf bourbons.
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