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Bourbon substitutes

The closest substitute for Bourbon is Jim Beam Bourbon, which works and barely changes the drink. Jim Beam is a bourbon. Jack Daniels, Rye Whiskey and Crown Royal also work.

What to use instead of Bourbon

  • Jim Beam BourbonAlmost the same

    Jim Beam is a bourbon. Same amount.

  • Jack DanielsAlmost the same

    Tennessee whiskey is made much like bourbon. Same amount.

  • Rye WhiskeyWorks, tastes different

    Drier and spicier. Same amount.

  • Crown RoyalWorks, tastes different

    Lighter and smoother. Same amount.

What is Bourbon?

Bourbon is America's native whiskey, made primarily from corn and aged in new charred oak barrels. It offers rich, sweet flavors with vanilla, caramel, and oak notes.

More about Bourbon

24 drinks with Bourbon

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