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Another Kentucky Bourbon that’s making great inroads in the UK at the moment is the rather interestingly named Buffalo Trace. Apparently so called as it is distilled in what claims to be the longest continuously operating distillery in the USA which was originally on the site in 1775, right next to a Buffalo river crossing.

Unlike a lot of distilleries in the USA which were shut down during prohibition this one was allowed to continue producing “For medicinal purposes” – sounds like a fair excuse to me.

Buffalo Trace as a brand has been around only since 1999 when both the brand and this Bourbon appeared under this name.

Incredibly well received by critics ever since and available internationally it’s priced very competitively and sold as a Whiskey for drinking. I mean you really can’t argue for the quality of whiskey you get for the price with this one.

Have a read of my review of the standard Buffalo Trace bourbon:

On the website:

“This deep amber whiskey has a complex aroma of vanilla, mint and molasses. Pleasantly sweet to the taste with notes of brown sugar and spice that give way to oak, toffee, dark fruit and anise. This whiskey finishes long and smooth with serious depth.”

Region: Kentucky (USA)

Distiller: Buffalo Trace

ABV: 45%

Proof: 90

Age: NAS

Batch: 2017

Website:http://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/brands/buffalo-trace

Tasting Notes

Appearance:

Burnt Caramel.

Nose:

Complex and spicy, very deep with sweet toffee tones. Looks and smells good in the glass.

Palate:

Huge, beautifully coating the tongue and providing one of the best mouth feels of a Bourbon I’ve had. Corn and Rye both present but it’s the vanilla spice that really shows here and provides a wonderful depth of experience. Clear Butterscotch all the way through.

Finish:

More spice and clear Cinnamon here with an oakiness that is lacking in char but tasting almost fresh. It’s a lovely long finish and keeps providing new glimpses of flavor as it tapers away. Peppery with a light smoke, not at all rough but well balanced and leaves you wanting more.

Overall:

This is truly an evocative Bourbon. It tastes like the best of the South. Huge in presence and personality. Shouting of beautiful warm evenings in good surroundings. An incredibly easy drink.

Summary:

In all honesty, I wasn’t expecting much from this. The price is too low, the opinions from other reviews and blogs online suggest it’s a good staple but nothing special.

I have to say that in quite a rare gesture I ended up buying a bottle of this for myself after the review sample was done.

The incredibly evocative experience this gives along with such a fantastic overall feel leads me to the realization that this could be one of the best value Bourbons out there. A truly stupendous taste with such complexity and depth for a fantastic price. It seems too good to be true.

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There are some who say that the USA version is superior to the UK one and that the International offering just isn’t up to scratch but from what I’ve had that simply isn’t the case.

It’s a serious and well- rounded drink and one that should be taken seriously by anyone who’s interested in Bourbon.

If you haven’t tried this before I would strongly suggest that the next bottle you look to buy is one of these, I certainly will be buying more and keeping it in the cabinet to give to people to try – it really is that good.

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What Action Golfers Must Take

To reduce exposure while playing at Buffalo Run, and to ensure every opportunity for the golf course to remain open, please adhere to the following procedures:

• Tee times are accepted online only at this time at BuffaloRunGolfCourse.com.
• No walk-ups OR phone calls to book tee times will be permitted.
• If your tee time search presents no options for tee times, the day’s limit of tee times have been sold out. If you have fewer than 4 players, you will be paired with others to make a group of 4.
• Staff will be strictly enforcing the safety guidelines. Patrons that cannot adhere to or respect the guidelines will politely be asked to leave and future playing privileges will be suspended.
• Leave the flagstick in the cup and don’t touch it; staff has made modifications to the cup to eliminate touching.
• Playing guests must practice “social distancing” or will be denied access to the golf course. Remain 6 feet away from all other players and staff.
• Please bring your own hand sanitizer, mask, and other personal protective equipment you wish to use throughout the day.
• If riding in a cart, each golfer must ride alone unless both golfers reside in the same home.
• Maximum of 8 guests per table allowed.
• Congregating in any area of the patio, dining room, or bar area is strictly prohibited.

What Action Is Buffalo Run Taking?

The City of Commerce City has provided a sanitizing solution to Buffalo Run which kills COVID-19 on all types of surfaces. It is safe to use in all areas as well as safe to touch and smell, yet is effective for destroying the virus. Below is a list of steps we are taking to ensure our guests and staff are safe while at Buffalo Run:

• Bathrooms wiped down routinely throughout the day.
• Staff levels reduced to appropriate golf course activity.
• Tee times have been spaced appropriately to limit gathering.
• Water coolers, bunker rakes, and ball washers have been removed from the golf course.
• Flagsticks are sanitized each day and are to remain in the hole untouched.
• Due to a limited number of golf carts, there may not be a golf cart available for all tee-times; Buffalo Run does not guarantee that a golf cart or carts will be available for any tee time due to demand, carts will be issued first-come-first-serve.
• Guests will be assigned golf carts no earlier than 30 minutes prior to their tee time.
• Golf carts will be sanitized after each use.
• Equipment issued by Buffalo Run will be sanitized before use (rental clubs, push carts, range baskets); please bring additional hand sanitizer at your own discretion.

Buffalo Run can only remain open if golfers obey safety and physical distancing requirements; disregard for physical distancing requirements may result in removal from the golf course. Practicing everyday healthy actions can help limit the spread of the COVID-19 and protect you from getting any respiratory illness. Please follow all recommendations from the CDC.

Experience lush greens, expansive fairways, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains all year long at Buffalo Run Golf Course located in Commerce City.

Practice Healthy Actions

Practicing everyday healthy actions can help limit the spread of the COVID-19 and protect you from getting any respiratory illness. The CDC recommends:

Washing your hands regularly for 20 seconds using hot, soapy water, using an alcohol-based disinfectant gel when handwashing is not available.

Keeping unwashed hands away from the face.

Staying home from work when you have a fever, persistent cough, or respiratory distress.

Covering your face when you sneeze or cough with a tissue or with your elbow or shoulder when tissues aren’t available.

Additional resources:

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• Tri-County Health web site https://www.tchd.org/
• Colorado Department of Health https://www.colorado.gov/cdphe
• CDC web site https://www.cdc.gov/

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Buffalo Run features six sets of tees to accommodate golfers of any age and ability. Designed by renowned golf course architect Keith Foster, Buffalo Run measures 7,411 yards from the back tees and 5,277 yards from the forward tees with a par of 72.

In addition to a full-service restaurant, the facility offers a professional golf staff for lessons and a wide selection of merchandise in the golf shop.