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DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BOURBON AND WHISKEY

WHAT, EXACTLY, IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BOURBON AND WHISKEY?

What Makes a Bourbon: A Cheat Sheet

  • Must be made in the United States.
  • Must contain 51 percent corn.
  • Must be aged in new oak charred barrels.
  • Must be distilled to no more than 160 proof and entered into the barrel at 125 proof.
  • Must be bottled at no less than 80 proof.Must not contain any added flavoring, coloring or other additives.