What If I Could Find the Perfect Bourbon for You? 🥃

Imagine this—you walk into a bar, glance at the whiskey shelf, and someone hands you the perfect pour. The one that fits your taste like a well-worn leather glove. No burn, no bite, just smooth, rich, and right.

How much would you pay for that experience?

$50? $100? More?

What if I told you it was free?

I’ve spent a lifetime hunting for great whiskey, but I’ve met plenty of folks who never much cared for it—until they found their bottle.

The Bourbon That Changed Everything

Take my friend Jake. For years, he swore off whiskey, claiming it was too strong, too harsh, too much. He was a beer guy through and through—until one night, I poured him something different. A soft, honeyed bourbon with notes of vanilla and caramel. He took a sip, his eyes widened, and he said:

"Wait… this is whiskey?!"

Now? Jake has a shelf full of bottles and won’t shut up about his latest find. Turns out, whiskey wasn’t the problem—he just hadn’t met the right one yet.

That’s where I come in. I want to help you find your perfect bourbon.

Let’s Match You With a Bourbon You’ll Love

I’ve put together a Bourbon Matchmaker that finds the best bourbon for your taste. Just answer a few questions, and I’ll send you a pick tailored to you.

Let us pair you with the bottle that fits your taste, personality, and drinking style

👇 Take The Bourbon Matchmaker Quiz Below! 👇

Because life’s too short to drink bad whiskey.

The Art of Mixing: The Northern Lights Cocktail

This week’s cocktail features Boatwright Bourbon in a drink that’s as bold as an Alaskan winter sky.

The Northern Lights Cocktail

• 2 oz Boatwright Bourbon

• ¾ oz Cloudberry Liqueur (or honey syrup for a twist)

• ½ oz Lemon Juice

• 2 dashes Orange Bitters

• Club Soda (to top)

• Orange Peel (for garnish)

Why pick a bourbon from Alaska this week? Simple—I’m on a mission to crown the best bourbon in every state for my next book:

📖 50 States, 50 Whiskeys - Crowning the Top Whiskey State by State

Got a favorite bourbon from your home state? Let me know! Send me an email at [email protected] with your pick. Enough suggestions, and it might just make the list.

Next Week: The Art of the Decanter

A great home bar isn’t just about what’s inside the bottle—it’s about how you serve it. Next week, I’ll be diving into the world of decanters, from classic crystal to statement pieces. If you’ve ever wondered what you really need for your bar, you won’t want to miss it.

One Last Thing...

If you filled out the Bourbon Matchmaker form and didn’t get a result—my apologies! We had a few kinks to work out, but everything is now running smooth as a well-aged pour.

If you haven’t tried it yet, now’s your chance. Let’s find your perfect bourbon.

🔗 Find Your Bourbon Here

Cheers to the perfect pour,
Ethan "Neat" Whitmore

P.S. What’s the best bourbon you’ve ever had? Hit reply—I’d love to hear about it! 🥃