Bourbon - all styles
CoreKentucky, Indiana (MGP), Texas, New York, Colorado, Tennessee
Famous For
ABV40-65%. Encompasses everything from 80-proof bottlings to barrel-proof expressions exceeding 130 proof.
Tasting Notes
Vanilla, caramel, corn, oak, toffee, cinnamon, brown sugar, leather, dried fruit, tobacco. Wheated: honey, soft wheat, gentle. High-rye: black pepper, clove, assertive. Barrel proof: amplifies everything, adds heat and oak intensity.
Brand Guide
Well
Evan Williams, Jim Beam ($15-20)
Call
Buffalo Trace, Maker's Mark, Wild Turkey 101 ($25-35)
Premium
Woodford Reserve, Knob Creek, Four Roses SiB ($40-55)
Top Shelf
Blanton's, Booker's, E.H. Taylor ($60-120+). Allocated: Pappy Van Winkle, George T. Stagg ($300+ secondary)
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The Story
The full spectrum of American corn whiskey, from wheated softness to high-rye spice.