Bourbon Review #22: Buffalo Trace Antique Collection Sazerac 18 Spring 2016

Buffalo Trace - 18 - Rye - 51R39C10M - Sample  - 45%


This was distilled in 1998 using Minnesota Rye, Kentucky Corn and North Dakota malt.  This is the first 

Color - Auburn

Nose - All spice, vanilla, molasses, dryer sheets

Taste - Baking spices, cinnamon, caramel, underlying sweetness

Mouthfeel -  Medium

Finish - Caramel, all spice, red hots

Finish Length - Medium

Overall - 3/7 - I found this to be a bit disappointing.  It is simple, straight forward, and likable enough.  However, it doesn't really stand out or get complex enough to justify its value.  It is enjoyable, it grows on you as you drink but not really anything special. It is sweet, milder in rye spice, and enjoyable.

Rating system is price influenced as it is based on my shopping decisions when buying a bottle.

7 Best in Show

6 Worthy of consistent spot in my collection

5 Worth picking up a bottle at MSRP

4 I might order at a bar

3 I would drink it happily if offered

2 Whiskey on the rocks

1 Flawed/astringent - I won't be drinking it again