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Bourbon · Kentucky, USA

Evan Williams Single Barrel

The bourbon that proves you don't need to spend a lot.

ABV43.3%
AgeNAS
Price$20–25
Rating4.2 ★

Distillery

Heaven Hill Distillery

Tasting notes

Nose
Banana bread, vanilla, and warm caramel
Palate
Sweet with banana, caramel, oak, and a touch of brown sugar
Finish
Smooth, with lingering sweet grain

Flavor profile

caramelbananavanillaoakbrown sugar

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks

Food pairings

  • banana cream pie
  • pulled pork
  • mild cheddar
  • cinnamon rolls

Price tier

Everyday sipper. Found anywhere liquor is sold. Less than $30.

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