Which is smoother bourbon or whiskey?

Table of Contents:

1. Which is smoother bourbon or whiskey?
2. How do you make whiskey smoother?
3. What is the best bourbon for beginners?
4. What is the correct way to drink bourbon?
5. Is it OK to drink Whisky every night?

Which is smoother bourbon or whiskey?

Bourbon is considered to be smoother than whiskey and is often the spirit stepping stone to leading up to drinking whiskey. For new drinkers, a sip of whiskey can really make you cringe with the strong, complex flavor. Bourbon is a little gentler, with a softer, yet still flavorful, composition.

How do you make whiskey smoother?

To make sure you're getting the most out of your favorite whiskey, here are five super simple upgrades that will make the brown spirit sing.

1. Use a Glass Designed Specifically for Whiskey. ...
2. Add a Few Drops of Water. ...
3. Chill It With Big Ice. ...
4. Go For A Garnish. ...
5. Dash It With Bitters.

What is the best bourbon for beginners?

12 Best Bourbons For Beginners: Which Whiskey Is Right For You?

• Knob Creek Bourbon. Price: $36. ...
• Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon. Price: $9. ...
• Jefferson Reserve Small Batch Bourbon. Price: $55. ...
• Four Roses Single Barrel Bourbon. Price: $23. ...
• Maker's Mark Bourbon Whisky. Price: $56. ...
• Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon. Price: $39. ...
• Jim Beam Bourbon Whiskey. Price: $30. ...
• Eagle Rare 10-Year Bourbon.

What is the correct way to drink bourbon?

Purists like to drink it neat, which means that the bourbon is at room temperature, and without ice. Some like to add a few drops of water to the whiskey, to "open up" the aroma of the bourbon. If you go this route, you may appreciate drinking your bourbon in a brandy snifter.

Is it OK to drink Whisky every night?

Obviously, if you drink too much whisky every night you probably will suffer more than benefit. But at lower, more moderate quantities, science says that it might be good for you. Here's what the uisga beatha (Gaelic for "Water of Life") can do for you and your body: Whisky Fights Cancer.