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Benchmark Bourbon Old Number 8 3cl Whiskey

Award: Gold, The American Whiskey Masters (The Spirits Buiness), 2026

Winner of 3 awards

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Winner of 3 awards

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Benchmark Bourbon Old Number 8 3cl Whiskey

Name: Benchmark Bourbon Old Number 8 30ml Whiskey
Brand: Benchmark
SKU: 4908
Price: 22.64 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (42 reviews)

4.5

Bourbon American Whiskey30ml40%

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Customer Rating

4.5/5

Based on 42 Reviews

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“Saw this on the Buffalo Trace website, so decided to give it a try. Found it on the bottom shelf for $12.75 in Iowa. It is not a bottom shelf bourbon, but that doesn't bother me. It's my new go-to.”

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Description

Benchmark by name, benchmark by nature. This really is one for the more well Bourbon producers to beat, and despite its status as an outsider, really warrants some attention - especially if cocktails are on the menu.

Nose

Aromatic and quite sweet. Soft toasty spices, salted caramel and vanilla pod earthiness.

Palate

A creamy spirit carrying custard, toffee apple and biscuity notes.

Finish

Cinnamon, chocolate digestives and tangerine.

Style

Bourbon

Country

American Whiskey

Distillery/Brand

Benchmark

Dimensions

W:3.5cm x H:7cm x D:3.5cm

Weight

0.08kg

Allergy information

This product does not contain any notifiable allergens.

Awards won

Recognised for exceptional quality

Gold
Bourbon - Premium - 2026
The American Whiskey Masters (The Spirits Buiness)
Silver
Straight Bourbon - 2019
San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Silver
Straight Bourbon 10 years old and under - 2019
International Spirits Challenge

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Customer Rating

4.5

42 reviews

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4 Stars15

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Reviews for Benchmark Bourbon Old Number 8

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At 10$ a real buy.

Bought it, like it. Will buy more.

gary slone Oct 26, 2018

Nice find.

Quite easy sip, lots of corn, pear, a hint of black pepper and some caramel on the palate. Some barley, sweet cornflakes and possibly a hint of rye towards the end. Quite mellow and easy to sip, worth the money and worth the try.

Master of Malt Customer Apr 6, 2018

Good value, surprised me for the price.

Here in the US it's among the cheapest "straight bourbons" (an important legal definition, especially important when venturing into bottom shelves). I was surprised. Buffalo Trace distillery, from my research it's 70%+ corn, <10% rye and 5%+ malt (can't verify). No, it's not a favorite or a standout - it's just a great budget default if you are "down and out". For me, I'd buy Ezra or Evan for a few bucks more, but I enjoy discovering budget options, so this is a nice find. I got a good chuckle when Ralfy reviewed this genuinely thinking that it's 8 years old :) No, it's "No. 8", that's all. And it does have an age statement - in small print: "aged 3 years" :) But hey, Ralfy has one of the most trustworthy palates, so it's great!

Master of Malt Customer Feb 8, 2018

Outstanding

I think it may be one of my favorite whiskeys, I live in Kentucky and have tried them all! The taste is smooth, which is not typical of bourbon, a high rye content gives it that great spice taste. Compared to the bourbons that are 2-3 times the cost it is a no brainer. My go to along with the single barrel Buffalo Trace from the same family

Devil Dog Jan 29, 2018

It's JD

It's an ok bourbon, similar to Jim Beam...at first, but then there is this unpleasant bitterness not unlike JD. it's as if they bought JD and put it into these bottles.

Master of Malt Customer Nov 13, 2017

Benchmark Bourbon Old Number 8 3cl Whiskey

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Reviews for Benchmark Bourbon Old Number 8

At 10$ a real buy.

Nice find.

Good value, surprised me for the price.

Outstanding

It's JD

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Reviews for Benchmark Bourbon Old Number 8

At 10$ a real buy.

Nice find.

Good value, surprised me for the price.

Outstanding

It's JD