Bourbon Is Boss
Bourbon is a classic American whiskey made from corn. The name is derived from the town where corn is made, Bourbon County, Kentucky. All the bourbon made in the USA is standardized according to federal regulations. The majority of bourbon made in the USA is made from almost 70% corn which has been aged for at least 4 years. Other grains frequently used to make the bourbon include wheat, rye or barley. Once the grain is fermented, it is distilled and allowed to age. All the bourbon is diluted with water and bottled.
Federal regulations have made a mandate that bourbon can not be distilled above 160 proof and must be bottled at no less than 80 proof.
The types of bourbon are variable from batches depending on whether the bourbon was derived from a single barrel or a single batch.
A glass of bourbon can be enjoyed in more ways than one. Some connoisseurs of alcohol love to sniff this whisky- because of its strong aroma. Bourbon is best consumed with some ice.
One Response to “Bourbon Is Boss”
August 8th, 2008 at 6:40 am
i have to make this
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