11 Feb 09
Originally posted by divegeesterIt's because bourbon has to be imported and therefore probably costs more.
I don't know if there are any bourbon drinkers out there, but if so have you ever noticed that most UK bars don't stock it? Certainly never the 12 year old 101% proof stuff. Had to make do with a vary large Maker's Mark, reasonable flavour but a little too smooth for my liking.
EDIT: meant "never have"
As far as I know, ALL bourbon is made in the US.
11 Feb 09
Originally posted by SuzianneMost bars here have: Jim Beam, Makers Mark, Knob Creek and of course JD. Some good ones will have Four Roses (an underated gulper), but only rarely will you find Wild Turkey in a bar. It's available in most supermarkets and off licences however so does get imported.
It's because bourbon has to be imported and therefore probably costs more.
As far as I know, ALL bourbon is made in the US.
I didn't know all brands were made in the US but I think you are correct.
12 Feb 09
Originally posted by divegeesterIf I'm not mistaken:
Most bars here have: Jim Beam, Makers Mark, Knob Creek and of course JD. Some good ones will have Four Roses (an underated gulper), but only rarely will you find Wild Turkey in a bar. It's available in most supermarkets and off licences however so does get imported.
I didn't know all brands were made in the US but I think you are correct.
bourbon : US/Canada
Whiskey : Ireland
Whisky : Scotland