Forum

Wondering the best way to drink bourbon?  
  
The first thing you want to know is there isn’t a one-measurement-fits-all answer.   
  
The "best" way to drink bourbon fully is determined by the setting and your palate.  
  
Do you like the style of bourbon?  
  
Are you trying to accumulate a style for bourbon?  
  
Are you drinking with a bunch of bourbon connoisseurs?  
  
Or just casually with friends?  
  
The "finest" reply depends upon your answers.  
  
Because in the event you’ve by no means really had bourbon before, you’re going to hate it.  
  
Just being sincere…  
  
And if you’re drinking with bourbon lovers, they’re probably gonna make enjoyable of you if you happen to try to make a cocktail that isn’t an old fashioned.  
  
So, it’s critical to know the unspoken rules of bourbon drinking and your options should you aren’t used to the punch-you-in-the-face taste yet.  
  
That’s precisely what I’ll show you in this straightforward guide.  
  
The 4 Primary Ways to Drink Bourbon  
1. Bourbon Neat  
Neat means bourbon at room temperature.   
  
No ice. No water. Nothing.  
  
Just bourbon in a glass (and likely a Glencairn glass).  
  
Many argue this is the proper way to drink bourbon because it’s the most effective way to style and appreciate the bold, fragrant, smoky flavors created throughout the production process.  
  
Aficionados drink bourbon neat.  
  
2. Bourbon on the Rocks  
This is bourbon with ice.  
  
When you aren’t fully acclimated to the taste of bourbon, this is a slightly easier, but still "proper" way to drink it.  
  
Experts recommend using big ice cubes or spheres that soften slower so that you don’t dilute the bourbon (more on this in a bit).  
  
3. With Water  
One other similar option to on the rocks, many declare adding a splash of water to your bourbon really releases aromatic flavors.  
  
Make positive you add very little water, although, because you possibly can simply dilute the spirit.   
  
(…unless you don’t like the style but and you’re hanging out with a bunch of bourbon lovers. In which case, just don’t let them see you dump a bucket of water in their uncommon bourbon.)  
  
4. As a Cocktail  
There are tons of tasty cocktails which are much easier to drink if you aren’t used to bourbon yet.   
  
Plus, drinking bourbon cocktails helps you acquire a taste for the spirit without rising huge amounts of chest hair.   
  
Here are a few of the most well-known:  
  
Old Fashioned  
This is our personal favorite of the bourbon cocktails (as well as Don Draper’s).  
  
Invented in the 1800s, Old Fashioneds normally consist of bourbon, bitters, easy syrup or sugar, ice, and an orange peel in an Old Fashioned glass.  
  
Here’s our recommended recipe.  
  
Manhattan  
Also invented within the 1800s, the Manhattan often consists of bourbon, aromatic bitters, ice, and candy vermouth garnished with a brandied cherry and/or orange peel and served in a rocks or Martini glass.  
  
Right here’s our recommended recipe.  
  
Mint Julep  
The signature cocktail of the Kentucky Derby often consists of bourbon, mint sprigs, and sugar or simple syrup garnished with a mint sprig (sprigz for dayz).  
  
Right here’s our recommended recipe.  
  
Whiskey Bitter  
As one of the sweetest of the bourbon cocktails, Whiskey Sours include bourbon, lemon juice or candy n sour combine, ice, and sugar or easy syrup garnished with a maraschino cherry and egg white (optional).  
  
Right here’s our recommended recipe.  
  
Bourbon and Coke  
In case you aren’t ready for the robust style of bourbon yet, make a bourbon and coke.   
  
It’s by far the simplest way to drink bourbon (it’s really how I started liking it).  
  
You can fill a rocks glass up with ice, ⅓ bourbon, and ⅔ coke or follow a recipe with additional fancy ingredients.  
  
For more information on Buy colonel e.h Taylor stop by the web page.