What Is Single-Barrel Bourbon?
Single barrel is not a TTB class. One cask is bottled at its own proof. Bourbon still needs 27 CFR 5.143. Bonded is the 100-proof class.
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Is Bourbon Good For You & Your Health? (2022 Updated)
Scientific research has shown that drinking wine can lower your body’s cholesterol levels and keep your heart healthy. We don’t know about you, but that sur
Best Sipping Whiskey for Beginners
If you are new to the world of whiskey, then you may be wondering what the best sipping whiskeys for beginners are. Unfortunately, whiskey isn’t for everyone. I
Best Bourbon for a Paper Plane
The IBA Paper Plane is 30 ml each bourbon, Amaro Nonino, Aperol, and lemon. 30 ml of 40% bourbon is 0.67 of a drink; the liqueurs add more. Not a 2022 ranking.
Bourbon vs Whiskey: What’s the Difference?
Bourbon is a type of American whiskey: ≥51% corn, new charred oak, ≥40% ABV. All bourbon is whiskey; most whiskey is not bourbon. A 1.5 oz 40% pour is one standard drink.
Glenlivet vs Glenfiddich: What’s the Difference?
Glenlivet 12 prints 40% official. Glenfiddich 12 is typically 40% — FLAG. Two Speyside single malts. Not a score.
Best Affordable Whiskey to Drink Straight
Affordable is not a TTB class. Straight whiskey is ≥2 years at ≥80 proof. A 1.5 oz 40% pour is one drink. Not a 15-bottle ranking or MSRP.
What Is the Best Irish Whiskey to Drink Straight?
There is no official best Irish whiskey to drink straight. Irish whiskey is a legal file, not a taste score. Bushmills Original prints 40% / 80. Jameson Original prints 40%. Neat is a serve. No ranking.
What to Mix With Bourbon
No official bourbon mixer. Maker’s Mark official 90 / 45%. Typical 40% FLAG. 100 ≠ BiB.
How Long Can Whiskey Stay in a Decanter?
There is no TTB clock for whiskey in a decanter. Air and light flatten it. Do not store spirits in leaded crystal. Use the original bottle to cellar.