I've always been a fan of Jim Beam with my cigar, but I am looking for something a little different. Maybe a more upscale bourbon, with less of a burn? Thoughts?
B and C: graduating from Beam is easy and will be very rewarding. This list is a good starter list--others will chime in and help you fill your tasting list. 1. Elijah Craig 12 y.o. 2. Russels Reserve 3. Knob Creek 4. 1792 5. Old Forester 100 proof(not the 86)
There are many others but I think you will find something to enjoy here.
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Yeah, I agree, that's a good list. Then again, Bourbon and Cigar guy, you said you like Beam and Maker's Mark? Those are opposites, but I'd always go for the Maker's. It just goes down a little smoother than the rest. I do like Knob Creek too though.
Makers Mark is good neat...with an Ashton VSG. Ditto Knob Creek.
Also try JD Single Barrel for a good Tennessee Sour Mash...quite flavorful.
Jim Beam is my go to choice when sitting around the campfire in the back woods...has that gritty, unrefined flavor that goes well in the great outdoors, with a Rocky Patel EDGE.
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I too am a bourbon fan, and would like to add to dforrest's excellent list Woodford Reserve. Probably my favorite. Also are all of Jim Beam's poutique bourbons, Booker's, Basil Hayden and Knob Creek.
Years ago I liked Rebel Yell. Very mild, very cheap. Probably be overcome by any med to full flavored cigar, but used to be good.
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Originally posted by BourbonAndCigar: I've always been a fan of Jim Beam with my cigar, but I am looking for something a little different. Maybe a more upscale bourbon, with less of a burn? Thoughts?
...I personally recommend 1792 Kentucky Bourbon!~
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Back when I could drink bourbons before the doctor told me I couldn't drink it anymore, I used to love Knob Creek and Rare Breed with a nice full bodied cigar. Those were probably my favorite go to bourbons. Someone mentioned Rebel Yell...man,that was a very well made bourbon years ago..its a shame its no longer available..was a very mild bodied bourbon that went well with a less powerful smoke.
And a mental note here...nothing that Jack Daniels makes is considered anything close to being a bourbon..it doesn't fit the definition
Mike
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