Augusta Distillery Buckners 15 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon

Augusta Distillery Buckners 15 Year Single Barrel Kentucky Bourbon

A little background

Augusta Distillery’s Buckner’s 15 Year is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon that’s been aged for 15 years and bottled as a single barrel release. Located in Augusta, Kentucky, Augusta Distillery is located along the Ohio River with access to major markets and transportation hubs.

This release follows Buckner’s inaugural offering and is available in limited quantities at the distillery select retailers and online. The bottle used for this review came from barrel no. 42 and was bottled at 112.4 proof. Augusta Distillery Buckners 15 Year Single Barrel has a suggested retail price of $319 USD.

(Tasted neat from a Glencairn Glass)

Color

Dark Gold

Nose

Caramel, vanilla, honey, banana, baking spice, cinnamon, pralines, oak, and a bit of dusty barrel funk.

Palate

Cinnamon, brown sugar, baking spice, banana, walnuts, Hershey’s syrup, and oak.

Finish

Orange citrus, brown sugar, cinnamon, walnuts, fudge and oak.

In closing

Augusta Distillery’s Buckner’s 15 Year Single Barrel offers a rich and complex bourbon experience with a profile that stands out among modern releases. The nose presents classic bourbon notes of caramel, vanilla, and baking spice, complemented by a distinctive dusty barrel funk that adds depth and character. On the palate, layers of cinnamon, brown sugar, walnuts, and Hershey’s syrup unfold, leading to a long, slightly bitter finish with citrus, fudge, and oak. This whiskey’s praline-forward profile and the presence of well-aged barrel notes make it a unique find. As a premium offering, its price reflects both the extended aging and the rarity of its distinctive dusty funk, making it a compelling choice for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a well-matured bourbon with a bold, nostalgic character.
 
NOTE: The sample used for this review was provided at no cost courtesy of Augusta Distillery. We thank them for the sample and for allowing us to review it with no strings attached.

Augusta Distillery Buckners 15 Year Single Barrel

112.4 Proof
Augusta Distillery Buckners 15 Year Single Barrel
9.1

Nose

 9.2/10

Palate

 9.2/10

Finish

 9.3/10

Complexity

 9.1/10

Value

 8.9/10

The Good

  • Classic bourbon qualities
  • Funky "Dusty" notes

The Bad

  • Pricey
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