![]() ![]() The 50 Best Bourbon Whiskeys Of 2021, Ranked.The Single Best Bottle Of Whiskey From Each Of The 50 States.Until then, let’s enjoy some straight bourbon whiskeys!Īlso Read: The Top 5 UPROXX Bourbon Posts Of The Last Six Months We’ll get to the small-batch, single barrels, special finishings, and “best in show” a little later. ![]() For the most part, these are all pretty accessible and affordable straight bourbons. My advice: scroll through, and if a certain description sounds particularly good to you, give it shot. Yes, there’s a lot to parse here for those of us just looking for a little guidance on our next bottle or two. Some manufacturers provide more information than strictly required (age statements, mash bills), some don’t.įor this list, I’ll be drawing on my own tasting notes where possible and filling in from the distiller/blender where not (there are a few I haven’t been able to taste yet - not all judges taste every expression). ![]() All of those mentioned here meet the requirements. A “double gold” means it wowed (I speak from experience, as I was literally a judge in this competition).įirst a little context: “Straight bourbon” is a legal term describing bourbon (which is itself by definition made in the USA, of at least 51% corn, and aged in new oak barrels with no added flavoring or coloring) that has been aged at least two years, and which must carry an age statement if aged fewer than four. Look at it this way: A medal means the bottle stood out in some way. ![]() These aren’t the very top but they are accessible, very drinkable bourbons that the judges enjoyed. Today, Uproxx is listing all the Double Gold straight bourbon winners from the SFWSC. You’re not “ best in show,” but you are near the top of the heap. When that competition is as highly regarded as the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, (SFWSC) it’s kind of like being nominated for a liquor Oscar. It means your product stood out amongst its peers and found fans among some truly seasoned tasters. Winning a Double Gold medal at any spirits competition definitely makes a big impact. ![]()
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