With Kentucky producing around 95% of the world’s bourbon, and the Bourbon Capitol of the World only a short drive away from Louisville, it’s no surprise that local folks have pretty distinctive opinions on what your favorite brand of bourbon says about you.
From Louisville locals to Bardstown-based distilleries, figure out what your fave reveals, or discover a new bourbon to try.
So which bourbon most aligns with who you are as a person? Scroll through to find out.
Maker’s Mark
Maker’s Mark bourbon drinkers always want you there to make you watch them open it, or it isn’t worth it. “Nothing quite like the feeling of breaking open a new red wax seal!” They say with that look on their face. Maker's MarkElijah Craig
Fans of the Elijah Craig bourbon feel that each sip is a treat and like to enjoy their drink in cozy solitude. This one is for the history buffs, whose perfect glass of bourbon is paired with a warm fireplace, stormy evening, and good book. Elijah CraigBlanton’s Bourbon
Blanton’s bourbon is for those who can’t help themselves with needing to find every little piece of their collection. With the unique range of bottle toppers and the impressive look of the bottle, Blanton’s is a great bourbon for people who enjoy the cat-and-mouse chase of finding the last missing piece in their collection. Blanton's BourbonBardstown Bourbon Company
The Bardstown Bourbon Company bourbons are a go-to for easygoing bourbon enjoyers who don’t like to think too much and just want a drink. With the classic taste at an accessible price, this bourbon is great neat, on the rocks, or mixed into a cocktail, and is perfect for the less-picky bourbon folks. Bardstown Bourbon CompanyBulleit Bourbon
Bulleit fans like to claim that they’re “go with the flow,” but secretly are major control freaks who have their own outline of the evening plans in their head and would prefer to stick to their script rather than let someone else take the reins. BulleitFour Roses Bourbon
Four Roses fans have a bit of an edge, and tend to be the strong and silent type. Four Roses bourbon is a must-have for those who enjoy an oaky signature to their drink. Four Roses BourbonJim Beam
Jim Beam bourbon fans are the ride-or-die best friends in your life. True to their roots, Jim Beam drinkers appreciate the tried-and-true approach to drinking and prefer to stay loyal to the brand and to you, unless you are that friend. In which case, keep being you. Jim BeamMonk’s Road
Monk’s Road bourbon is for the people that never drink bourbon and always order cocktails when they go out with their friends on the weekend. They can barely read the label of the drink by the time they’re halfway down the bottle. The Whiskey WashPappy Van Winkle
Pappy Van Winkle bourbon fans are in the highlands or are just straight-up alcoholics that like the good stuff. Regulars of this bourbon know what they want and exactly where to get it. Cult WineVery Olde St. Nick
Very Olde St. Nick bourbon is one step up from the Maker’s aficionados. You keep this in your “cellar,” which is just your foundationally-cracked basement. The brand releases small, “limited-edition” batches that you just have to get. Amongst The WhiskeyWild Turkey Bourbon
Wild Turkey bourbon is good for us poors. You’re like a gem in the rough. Shine on, little gem. Cask Cartel Premium SpiritsRebel Bourbon
You’re MAGA. The Wine StoreFlavored Bourbons
A very divisive category, flavored bourbon fans are often the people-pleasers of the group. They bounce in between committing to a straight bourbon drink, but also don’t want to decide on a specific bourbon cocktail. They are also the type who desperately wants their friends to enjoy bourbon, so try to introduce them slowly to the flavor profiles, rather than dunking them right into the deep end. Evan Williams Bourbon Experience
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