Jim Beam – 80 Proof

$10+, 40%, Kentucky

Jim Beam has gained quite a reputaion in the eye of the public. It is a staple for, I dare say, every “good” bar, and it is stocked in countless liquor cabinets around the globe. With now over 200 years of tradition, Jim Beam is as much of an American classic as baseball. It has a crisp clean feel, compared to many whiskies in the same price category, and sweet initial flavor that is not overwhelmingly ringing of hints of caramel. This is followed tactfully by a light smokey finish that hangs out around the middle of the tongue, but not for too long. You can find Jim Beam in almost any size you need from “single servers” to “handles” and that means the price range fluctuates.