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We Asked 16 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Cheap Bourbon?

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Most liquor stores I’ve seen sell OGD for about $25, which is a solid price point for how nicely the whiskey drinks! Dant packs a punch, makes for a mean Old Fashioned , and will hold its weight against any syrup or bitters you throw its way.” I like that it’s a great mixing bourbon. At around $15, J.W.

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How to Make Blue Curacao at Home

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The liqueur is made from the very bitter orange peels, alcohol, sugar, and sometimes spices. Triple sec The most common orange liqueur is triple sec, a clear liqueur made with neutral spirits and flavored with both bitter and sweet orange peels. Grand Marnier is made with both bitter and sweet oranges.

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We Asked 10 Bartenders: What’s the Trendiest Shot to Order Right Now?

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That’s because a shot is more than a quick blast of liquor to lips. Its purposes vary: It can be a celebration of good news, a bartender’s friendly handshake , or an efficient means of catching a buzz before or during a night of revelry (and then responsibly ordering a ride share). We call it either the Rum House shot or S&M.”

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Meet the Mixologist: Jocelyn Jolley

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Jocelyn Jolley is head bartender at Michael’s on Naples , an Italian restaurant in Long Beach, CA. Also, working in an Italian restaurant, combining the bitterness of most Italian liqueurs with this versatile spirit ends up creating the perfect balance that you would never expect. Garnish with an edible flower.

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We Asked 20 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Bourbon? (2024)

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To cut through the noise, we turned to bartenders across the country to highlight bottles they think are underrated, whether that means a forgotten classic they reach for over and over or a new product they are excited to see more guests enjoy. These are the most underrated bourbons, according to bartenders across the country. .

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We Asked 25 Bartenders: What’s the Best Bourbon for Mixing Cocktails?

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It works well in a] Revolver or other Old Fashioned-style cocktails with a bitter backbone.” —Joe Alessandro Arduini, head bartender, Amarena , NYC “The best bourbon that I would choose to mix in a cocktail is Garrison Brothers Small Batch. Joe Oddo, beverage director, Jack Rose , Washington, D.C.

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We Asked 19 Bartenders: What’s Your Go-To Bourbon? (2024)

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In our world, that translates to a robust spirit that can stand out amongst strong flavors like citrus, amari, and bitters to name a few common cocktail bullies. Evan Flynn, head bartender, Death & Co , Denver “ Wyoming Whiskey’s Double Cask Bourbon. I really love what Wyoming Whiskey is doing [with this bottle].

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