FU Makers Mark. So lame.

Bourbon was my specialty back when I used to drink. I can't stand Scotch and I've found that most folks are one or the other. I'd stay away from WA distilleries for the next few years until the small batches have really hit their age. Like Scotch, you can't rush it and that's why most WA bourbons are sold clear.

Bourbon begins and ends with Kentucky. I was fortunate to spend a lot of time in KY for a previous job and I spent the entire time blasted on small batches. There are literally 1000's of small batches there that you cannot buy out of state. A couple of buddies and I bought our own cask of Makers back in the day (Makers Ambassador Club). I believe it should be ready in 4 more years (will have to call my friend to find out).

1792, Buffalo Trace and Woodford Reserve are all reasonable money well spent. Blantons and Bookers if you can afford it. Bookers is damn near fire water at 121 - 130 proof. Tread carefully.

This thread is making me thirsty, but I gave up the brown stuff long ago to tame my evil twin. That guy was AWESOME!