I officially dedicate this thread to my all-time, #1 favorite spirit - bourbon.
If you don't know what makes bourbon bourbon instead of just whiskey the answer is this (thanks Wikipedia!):
My everyday drinking bottle is usually Maker's Mark, although I'm fond of Gentleman Jack as an everyday drinker, too.
Special occasion bottles are:
Blanton's - smooth but with a fair amount of heat and a little bit of spice/pepper.
Elijah Craig 18yr - VERY smooth and drinkable. Low heat and mellow.
Booker's - It's been awhile since I've had any, so I'll have to get another bottle and do a review. Pity.... :biglaugh:
Alright, folks, let's hear your opinions!
If you don't know what makes bourbon bourbon instead of just whiskey the answer is this (thanks Wikipedia!):
- Bourbon MUST be made in the United States.
- Bourbon must be made of a grain mixture that is at least 51% corn.
- Bourbon must be distilled to no more than 160 (U.S.) proof (80% alcohol by volume).
- Neither coloring nor flavoring may be added.
- Bourbon must be aged in new, charred oak barrels.
- Bourbon must be entered into the barrel at no more than 125 proof (62.5% alcohol by volume).
- Bourbon, like other whiskeys, may not be bottled at less than 80 proof (40% alcohol by volume.)
- Bourbon which meets the above requirements and has been aged for a minimum of two years, may (but is not required to) be called Straight Bourbon.
- Straight Bourbon aged for a period less than four years must be labeled with the duration of its aging.
- If an age is stated on the label, it must be the age of the youngest whiskey in the bottle.
My everyday drinking bottle is usually Maker's Mark, although I'm fond of Gentleman Jack as an everyday drinker, too.
Special occasion bottles are:
Blanton's - smooth but with a fair amount of heat and a little bit of spice/pepper.
Elijah Craig 18yr - VERY smooth and drinkable. Low heat and mellow.
Booker's - It's been awhile since I've had any, so I'll have to get another bottle and do a review. Pity.... :biglaugh:
Alright, folks, let's hear your opinions!