Benchmark Bonded Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey pays homage to the adventurous spirit of the McAfee Brothers, pioneers who explored the untamed wilderness that would eventually become the grounds of Buffalo Trace Distillery. In 1773, these explorers left surveyor marks, known as benchmarks, as lasting symbols of their journey. This bourbon stands as a tribute to their bold endeavors, capturing the essence of exploration and the rugged beauty of uncharted territories.