Any bourbon drinkers out there?

[Nightowl]

1 hour ago, samhexum said:

We Asked 16 Bartenders: What’s the Best Bourbon for Beginners? (2025)

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We Asked 16 Bartenders: What’s the Best Bourbon for Beginners?

I started a beginner on Woodford Reserve double oaked.  He loved it.  Unfortunately, he won’t pay what it usually costs…

[kajunboots]

I'm not a regular Bourbon drinker, but. another thumbs up to Woodbridge Reserve.

[OcalaRTR]

I love my Jameson - I think its better than Woodford Reserve.  I also love Telemundo!!

 

[thruster]

I'm partial to Blanton's.https://www.blantonsbourbon.com/

[samhexum]

https://apple.news/APKYk_I8jQceESaXsejxRnQ

Bartenders Pick Their Favorite Bourbons to Use in an Old Fashioned

These experts believe the whiskey is the most important element in this iconic cocktail.

 

[BeHappy]

I enjoy many of the Kentucky Bourbon’s listed earlier!

I particularly enjoy Buffalo Trace and Eagle Rare!

Cheers!

[BeHappy]

On 12/15/2025 at 7:36 PM, thruster said:

I'm partial to Blanton's.https://www.blantonsbourbon.com/

Yummy

[+ JEC]

High West Campfire is a nice blend of Rye, Scotch and Bourbon. 

An Old Fashioned made from Campfire is a nice twist on a traditional Old Fashioned. 

Enjoy!

[JayCeeKy]

Trivial Fact

Per a 1964 Congressional Resolution, although ANY state in the US can produce alcohol labelled as "bourbon" only bourbon produced (and stored for at least one year) IN Kentucky can be labelled as "Kentucky Bourbon." To wit:

"To be legally labeled "Kentucky Bourbon," the whiskey must be produced, distilled, and aged in Kentucky for at least one year. It must also meet federal standards: a mash bill of 51% corn, distillation at 160 proof, barreling at125 proof, aging in new charred oak containers, and bottling at 80 proof without added colors or flavors."

Most Kentuckians take their bourbon drinking seriously, especially during Derby festivities (which began this past Saturday with Thunder Over Louisville - the largest annual fireworks display in North America), as it is the main ingredient in Mint Juleps, which I hate. I personally am not a fan of bourbon and prefer Vodka at it doesn't have as many "congeners" which worsen hangovers.