Benchmark Single Barrel is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey selected from the best barrels, bottled at 95 proof, and is known for its smooth finish and unique barrel-to-barrel variations. Tasting notes frequently include a nose of toasted oak and baking spice, leading to a complex palate with notes of caramel, citrus, cherry, and spice like cinnamon and pepper. The finish is often described as long and spicy with hints of oak and fruit.