25 Bourbon Brands Ranked Worst To Best

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When it comes to bourbon brands, there’s a pretty impressive range from the incredible to the truly terrible. We chatted with experts to get their thoughts on the best (and worst) bourbon brands.

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#25: George Dickel Tabasco Barrel Finish

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#16: Knob Creek

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#14: Laws Four Grain

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#5: Wild Turkey Longbranch

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#2: Old Forester 117 Series

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