Benchmark Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey 750mL is a smooth and flavorful Kentucky straight bourbon from the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery, crafted with precision and character. This Small Batch expression is made from a select blend of handpicked barrels, chosen for their exceptional balance of sweetness, spice, and oak complexity.

Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), Benchmark Small Batch showcases the classic depth and craftsmanship expected from Buffalo Trace. Aged in new charred American oak barrels, it delivers a warm, well-rounded profile of caramel, vanilla, brown sugar, and baking spice with a hint of toasted oak on the finish. Perfect for sipping neat, on the rocks, or in classic bourbon cocktails, this expression represents one of the best values in small-batch bourbon — approachable yet full of authentic Kentucky flavor.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep amber gold

• Nose: Sweet caramel, vanilla bean, and light oak with a touch of cinnamon

• Palate: Smooth and balanced with notes of brown sugar, spice, honey, and oak char

• Finish: Medium-long and warming with lingering caramel and toasted spice

FAQs

Q: What does “Small Batch” mean in Benchmark Small Batch Bourbon?
A: “Small Batch” means that this bourbon is crafted from a limited number of carefully selected barrels, blended to achieve the perfect balance of flavor and complexity.

Q: What is the proof and ABV?
A: Bottled at 90 proof (45% ABV), offering a smooth yet flavorful drinking experience.

Q: Who makes Benchmark Small Batch Bourbon?
A: Produced by the Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky — one of the oldest and most respected bourbon producers in the world.

Q: How is it aged?
A: Aged in new charred American oak barrels, which impart caramel sweetness, rich color, and depth of flavor.

Q: How should I enjoy it?
A: Enjoy neat, over ice, or in bourbon-forward cocktails like an Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, or Manhattan.

Q: How does it compare to Benchmark Bonded or Full Proof?
A: Small Batch offers a smoother, mid-proof profile — more refined than Bonded, and more approachable than the high-proof Full Proof version.

Q: Is it part of the Benchmark premium series?
A: Yes — Benchmark Small Batch is part of Buffalo Trace’s premium Benchmark lineup, which also includes Bonded, Top Floor, Single Barrel, and Full Proof editions.