{"product_id":"benchmark-premium-bourbon-1974","title":"BENCHMARK PREMIUM BOURBON 1974 - 86 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience a remarkable sip of history with this 1974 Benchmark Premium Bourbon, distilled by the renowned Joseph E. Seagram \u0026amp; Sons. This rare bottling offers a captivating journey to the golden age of bourbon, showcasing a refined profile of aged fruit, seasoned oak, and classic sweetness. A true collector's gem and a testament to timeless craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A captivating and complex nose, hinting at its age. Expect notes of dried apricot, worn leather, and seasoned oak, intertwined with a delicate sweetness of caramel and vanilla bean. A faint whisper of nutmeg and allspice emerges, suggesting a classic, well-matured profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate is remarkably smooth and approachable for its proof. Initial sweetness of butterscotch and brown sugar gives way to a balanced chorus of dried dark fruits like fig and prune. The oak influence is present but not overpowering, offering a gentle tannic grip and a savory characteristic. Subtle hints of tobacco leaf and a touch of rye spice, perhaps a whisper of mint, add to its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is medium to long, leaving a pleasant warmth and a lingering sweetness of dark chocolate and roasted nuts. The oak subtly reasserts itself, finishing clean with a final note of baking spice and a hint of a leathery characteristic. Very satisfying and mellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eJoseph E. Seagram \u0026amp; Sons was a Canadian distiller and one of the world's largest liquor companies. While primarily known for Canadian whisky, they had a significant presence in the American bourbon market, operating distilleries like the one in Louisville, Kentucky. Their operations in 1974 would have been substantial, producing a range of spirits, including this Benchmark Premium Straight Bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SubRosaSelections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47672274616538,"sku":"1974 SG BM 0279","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/8263\/7018\/files\/BENCHMARK_PREMIUM_BOURBON_1974-1_d86e0868-7a46-44f5-826b-bd82a58ebff2.png?v=1777056721","url":"https:\/\/takeyourpickliquors.com\/products\/benchmark-premium-bourbon-1974","provider":"Take Your Pick Liquors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}