Olivia Taylor
Connoisseurs’ Take On The World’s Best Bourbons
Every year, the San Francisco World Spirits Competition brings excellent brews from top distilleries to the forefront of whiskey enthusiasts’ attention. The 2023 competition saw the finest bourbons on the global scene pit their flavors against each other for the coveted title of the world’s best bourbon. Today, we spotlight the crowning victors of this esteemed competition.
Old Forester Birthday Bourbon – Winner
Old Forester Birthday Bourbon emerged as the standout winner of the contest. Celebrating their brand’s anniversary, the Birthday Bourbon offers a versatile flavor spectrum that seems to evolve with every sip. Imbued with hints of sweet maple and cinnamon spice, it leaves on the tongue a graceful dance of ripe cherries and bitter chocolate, intriguing your palate every time.
Unraveling The Bourbon’s Magic
This bourbon’s complex flavor composition is partly due to its unique aging process, with some of its stock aged in peculiar places to give it that special sweet yet spicy touch. And don’t even get us started on the long, warming finish that lingers, reminding you why it’s such a celebrated selection worldwide.
Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Century – Runner-Up
Coming in a close second is Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Century. A tribute to Frank Sinatra, the bourbon marks the musical maestro’s centennial birth year, seamlessly integrating flavors reminiscent of the timeless charm that Sinatra embodied.
What Sets Sinatra Century Apart
With the Sinatra Century, you immediately taste hints of spiced honey and dried fruits, gradually giving way to the finish of smoky vanilla on the back end. Its packaging is as grand as its namesake – the whiskey comes in a beautifully crafted Tennessee black and blue lacquer box with an array of Sinatra’s memorabilia.
John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon – Honorable Mention
John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon earned honorable mention status at the competition. It’s a rich, full-bodied bourbon that has long been revered for its dynamic flavor profile and curated grain bill.
The Delight Of John J. Bowman
Subtle notes of honey and vanilla combine with an underlay of toasted oak to provide a well-rounded bourbon experience. Expect a finish as long-lasting as it is enjoyable – every sip is a journey into a deep, smooth, and caramel-tinged sensation.
Captivating, Consistent, and Competitive
In all, the credible and prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition of 2023 provided again a platform that exposed the global population to the bourbons rich in tradition, perfected by expertise, and nuanced by time. From the innovative flavor explorations of Old Forester Birthday Bourbon to the timeless elegance of Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Century, and the classic sophistication of John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon, the competition displayed why Bourbon is, and will always be, a connoisseur’s delight.
