A closeup of a glass of paper plane.
The Best Bourbon To Use For A Juicy Paper Plane Cocktail

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By TONY COOPER
A bartender preparing a paper plane.
The paper plane is a modern classic in the world of cocktails and it has found a place in the repertoire of any bartender worth their salt.
A person preparing a paper plane cocktail.
This classic drink only has four ingredients but your choice of bourbon is paramount — it has to be assertive and strong-tasting.
A closeup of bottles of Buffalo Trace.
You want to pick a bourbon with a proof point between 43% and 46%. Buffalo Trace is a good choice, bottled at 45% ABV with nice spice notes.
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Many “bottom shelf” bourbons can also punch well above their weight, such as Wild Turkey 101 and Elijah Craig’s small batch.
A glass of paper plane beside a jigger and a shaker.
If you want more spice in your bourbon, opt for a bottle with a higher percentage of rye like Old Grand-Dad bottled-in-bond, 1792 small batch, or Bulleit barrel-strength.
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Whiskey being poured into a glass.

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