Best Bourbon Whisky for Beginners
Looking for the best Bourbon for beginners? These community-rated picks combine the character of Bourbon with exactly what you need for beginners.
BourbonWoodford Reserve
Woodford Reserve Kentucky Bourbon
★4.6
$45
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BourbonWild Turkey
Wild Turkey 101
★4.5
$43
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BourbonBulleit
Bulleit Bourbon
★4.4
$36
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BourbonMaker's Mark
Maker's Mark 46
★4.4
$46
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BourbonEagle Rare
Eagle Rare 10 Year Old
★4.3
$48
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BourbonFour Roses
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
★4.3
$57
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BourbonBasil Hayden's
Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon
★4.3
$57
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BourbonBuffalo Trace
Buffalo Trace
★4.1
$30
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BourbonFour Roses
Four Roses Bourbon
★4.3
$31
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BourbonKnob Creek
Knob Creek Small Batch 9 Year Old
★4.2
$48
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BourbonEvan Williams
Evan Williams Extra Aged (43%)
★4.5
$34
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BourbonRebel
Rebel Kentucky Straight Bourbon
★4.4
$46
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What is the best Bourbon for beginners?
The top community-rated Bourbon expressions for beginners are ranked above. Browse the full list and click any bottle for tasting notes and buy links.
Should a whisky beginner start with Scotch or Bourbon?
Bourbon is often easier for beginners — the vanilla and caramel sweetness from new oak barrels is immediately approachable. Avoid heavily peated Islay whiskies until you've built your palate.