Bourbon Brands That Should Remain On The Store Shelves
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BY EMILY M ALEXANDER
Jim Beam
The Cask Connoisseur's Chris Walster says, "While affordable and iconic, it's [Jim Beam Original] often considered too harsh (despite four years in the barrel)."
Walster also said that Jim Beam Original is a bit one-dimensional compared to other options, though he noted that it’s affordable and is good for mixers.
Rebel Kentucky
Walster finds Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon "overly sweet and lacking complexity." He also said it has a thin mouthfeel, and there
are better bottom-shelf bourbons.
Basil Hayden's
Basil Hayden's Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is only 80-proof, and at $45 a bottle, Walster said it’s "underwhelming in flavor and depth for the cost."
Old Crow
Walster said Old Crow Kentucky Straight Bourbon is "often criticized for being too harsh, bitter, and lacking in refined flavor." It’s not worth it, even at $10 a bottle.
Jack Daniel's Old No. 7
Walster says Jack Daniel's Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey is simple and overly sweet despite its worldwide brand recognition, leading him to call it over-hyped.
