Benchmark Old No 8 Kentucky Straight Bourbon 700mL delivers exceptional quality and character at Wine Sellers Direct's best prices. Buy online in Australia and discover a bourbon that honours Buffalo Trace Distillery's storied heritage with every sip.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Benchmark Old No 8 presents a rich amber hue with golden highlights, reflecting its careful maturation in charred oak barrels.
Aroma
The nose reveals inviting hints of caramel and toffee, complemented by a subtle stone-fruit aroma that adds complexity and depth to this Kentucky straight bourbon.
Palate
Bold and strong, the palate features touches of smooth leather, dry tobacco, and a touch of oak, with a hint of dried cherries weaving through the mid-palate. The finish is impeccably smooth and soothing, leaving a warm, lingering impression that showcases the quality of this rye recipe bourbon.
Pairs With
This versatile bourbon pairs beautifully with grilled steaks, smoked brisket, dark chocolate desserts, and aged cheddar, whilst also serving as an excellent foundation for classic cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Manhattan.
Distillery InfoNamed after the McAfee brothers who surveyed a site just north of Frankfort in the late 1700s, this rye recipe bourbon is yet another label that honours the storied history of the Buffalo Trace Distillery and the land it sits on. Crafted using traditional methods and aged in new charred American oak barrels, Benchmark Old No 8 exemplifies the distillery's commitment to quality and heritage, delivering a bourbon that balances approachability with genuine character.Production NotesAs a Kentucky straight bourbon, Benchmark Old No 8 is produced to exacting standards that ensure consistency and quality across batches. The distillery's location in Frankfort, Kentucky, provides ideal conditions for maturation, with seasonal temperature variations allowing the spirit to interact optimally with the charred oak barrels, drawing out rich flavours and developing the bourbon's signature smooth finish.
