Bourbon Beyond Corn

It’s well-known that Bourbon comes from corn—but there’s a bit more to it. While federal law requires this American-made whiskey to include at least 51 percent corn, the remaining 49 percent is up to distillers to decide. Whisky Advocate executive editor Jeffery Lindenmuth reviews over a dozen Bourbons and writes about the myriad of decisions that lead to their final flavor signature. Find out which grains make it into each mix!