How Much Does Benchmark Old No 8 Cost in 2026?
Benchmark Old No 8 — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $10.50 | $0.41 | $0.62 | 16.9 |
| 1.75L (Handle) 59.2 oz | $20.00 | $0.34 | $0.51 | 39.4 |
About Benchmark Old No 8
Benchmark Old No. 8 is a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey produced by Sazerac Company at Buffalo Trace Distillery, aged at least 36 months in new charred oak barrels, and bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof). What makes it special is its exceptional value as a 'bang for the buck' option, often praised for affordability around $10.50 for 750ml or larger 1.75L sizes, with a gold medal win at the International Spirits Challenge. It's approachable with mellow flavors of caramel, vanilla, corn, and oak, ideal for beginners, casual sippers, or mixers seeking an easy-drinking bourbon without complexity. In its budget category, it outperforms expectations against pricier entry-level bourbons like basic well options, offering decent balance despite muted intensity from low proof, though it lags behind fuller-proof peers like Buffalo Trace in depth and boldness.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Subtle aromas of caramel, vanilla, corn, honey, and gentle oak greet the nose, often mellow with sweet fruity notes like cherry or orange peel. Light cinnamon applesauce or pink bubblegum can emerge, making it inviting yet understated due to the 80 proof.
👅 Palate
Smooth and mild on the palate with flavors of sweet corn, brown sugar, caramel, charred oak, and hints of spice, cherry, or dry leather. Some detect muted baking spices, clove, nutmeg, or a touch of tobacco and dark fruit, though intensity is tempered, occasionally tipping into sawdusty or medicinal bubblegum notes.
✨ Finish
The finish is short and soft with corn mash, oak, dry fruity notes, subtle spice, and light warming heat that fades quickly. Lingering vanilla, caramel, or creamy leather provides a clean, unassuming close without harshness.
Popular Cocktails with Benchmark Old No 8
Old Fashioned — Muddle sugar, bitters, and orange twist with 2 oz Benchmark Old No. 8, stir with ice, and garnish with cherry.
Whiskey Sour — Shake 2 oz Benchmark Old No. 8 with lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white, strain over ice.
Bourbon & Cola — Pour 2 oz Benchmark Old No. 8 over ice and top with cola for a simple highball.
Food Pairings
Grilled barbecue ribs, Fried chicken, Dark chocolate, Cheddar cheese, Spicy nachos
