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Whisk(e)y Wednesday: Buffalo Trace Bourbon

In our first Whiskey Wednesday feature we highlight Buffalo Trace Bourbon, a whiskey that's considered a staple in the American bourbon world.
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Editor’s Note: Today we kick off Whiskey Wednesday, a new weekly feature in which we focus a spotlight on one of the myriad of whiskeys we’ve reviewed over the years. It should be noted that by clicking the buy link below our site receives a small referral payment which helps to support, but not influence, our editorial and other costs.

The range of whiskeys produced in the United States is huge, but among all of the bottles out there few are those that can be named without thought by practically any drinker at any bar at any time. One of these is Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, an American whiskey staple that’s produced by its namesake distillery in Kentucky.
Buffalo Trace is bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV) and aged for somewhere between 6 and 8 years.
Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Buffalo Trace Bourbon (image via Buffalo Trace)
From The Brand – Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is distilled, aged and bottled at the most award-winning distillery in the world. Made from the finest corn, rye and barley malt, this whiskey ages in new oak barrels for years in century old warehouses until the peak of maturity.

Official Tasting Notes – This deep amber whiskey has a complex aroma of vanilla, mint and molasses. Pleasantly sweet to the taste with notes of brown sugar and spice that give way to oak, toffee, dark fruit and anise. This whiskey finishes long and smooth with serious depth.

Our Thoughts On It – Buffalo Trace is an incredibly affordable whiskey. It offers a novel formula for bourbon, has some unconventional aspects and deserves all the praise and prizes it has received over the years. Some whiskey drinkers might crave a smokier and more intense flavor, but there is plenty to enjoy and admire about this bourbon.

Quick whisky question

Single malt is everywhere, but what does it mean? We want to know what the word “single” means to you. Three quick questions, under a minute.

Which stages must take place at the same distillery for a whisky to be called “single malt”?

Tick as many as you like

or

Must the barley in a single malt be grown in the same country the whisky is made in?

How would you describe your whisky knowledge?

A Cocktail To Try It In (recipe from the brand) –

Bourbon Smash

  • 1.25 oz Buffalo Trace Bourbon
  • 2.5 oz Lemonade
  • 1 Tbsp All Natural Raspberry Fruit Preserves
  • Fresh Mint for Garnish
  • Raspberry and Lemon Wedge for Garnish
  • Ice

Fill an 8 oz Mason Jar with ice. Add in Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Lemonade and Raspberry Preserves. Screw lid onto Mason Jar and shake well. Garnish with Mint, Raspberry and Lemon. Enjoy!

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