| Rating | 87 |
| Style |
Bourbon American Whiskey Whiskey |
| Produced In | United States |
| ABV | 50% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $20.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2024-02-28 |
Benchmark Bonded Review
Sazerac Brands' Benchmark Bonded opens with a standard issue bourbon profile of oaky vanilla sweetness, giving way to complex notes of berry compote and orchard fruits on the palate. With a price tag comparable to that of a cocktail in most major cities today, this 100-proof, 4-year-old expression offers some serious bang for your buck.
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