{"title":"Kentucky Best","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"kentucky-best-bourbon-750ml","title":"Kentucky Best Bourbon 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky Best Bourbon 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wheated Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in a 750ml format. Distilled at Heaven Hill in Bardstown, Kentucky, and bottled by Luxco, this expression stands out for its use of wheat rather than rye as the secondary grain — a mashbill approach that yields a softer, rounder character than most standard bourbons on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40%  |  Origin: Bardstown, Kentucky, USA  |  4+ Years Old  |  Distillery: Heaven Hill\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeaven Hill Distillery, founded in 1935 in Bardstown, Kentucky, is the largest family-owned and operated distillery in the United States. Kentucky Best is produced using a wheated mashbill — at least 51% corn with wheat and malted barley — and aged for a minimum of four years in new charred American oak barrels. The substitution of wheat for rye in the grain bill places this bourbon in the same stylistic family as storied wheated expressions from the Heaven Hill portfolio, delivering a gentler, less spicy profile than rye-forward bourbons. Luxco handles the bottling and distribution, bringing Heaven Hill's distillate to market under the Kentucky Best label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with honey and melted butter, followed by darker dried-fruit notes of plum and raisin. A faint biscuity, yeasty quality rounds out the aromatics, giving it a warm, bakery-like presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, caramel and honey arrive first, followed by a wave of soft fruit and a noticeable grain sweetness at mid-palate. Baking spice emerges gently alongside light oak tannins, though the overall impression leans decidedly toward the sweeter, softer end of the bourbon spectrum. The mouthfeel is medium-bodied and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is warm and moderately long, with lingering honey and subtle oak. It fades cleanly without excessive heat, consistent with the 80-proof bottling strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Kentucky Best\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 40% ABV, Kentucky Best drinks easily neat or on the rocks without needing water to tame any rough edges. Its soft, sweet profile also makes it a reliable cocktail bourbon. A \u003cstrong\u003eBourbon Smash\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights the honey and fruit notes against fresh lemon and mint. A classic \u003cstrong\u003eWhiskey Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the wheated sweetness, which balances citrus without requiring heavy simple syrup. In an \u003cstrong\u003eOld Fashioned\u003c\/strong\u003e, Kentucky Best provides a mellow, caramel-forward backbone that pairs naturally with orange peel and bitters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing bourbon newcomers to the wheated style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBatch mixing cocktails for a gathering without overextending the budget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasual weeknight sipping neat or over ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a side-by-side tasting comparing wheated versus rye-forward bourbons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Kentucky Best taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Best delivers a sweet, approachable profile dominated by honey, caramel, and soft fruit, with subtle grain and biscuity undertones. The wheated mashbill keeps spice minimal, making this a mellow, easy-drinking bourbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Kentucky Best compare to Larceny Bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are wheated bourbons distilled at Heaven Hill in Bardstown, Kentucky, sharing the same fundamental grain philosophy. Larceny is aged longer (six-plus years versus four-plus), carries a slightly higher proof, and generally delivers deeper oak influence and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Kentucky Best good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the combination of 80 proof and a wheated, low-spice profile makes Kentucky Best one of the gentler entry points into straight bourbon. It drinks smoothly neat and works well in cocktails without overwhelming unfamiliar palates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Kentucky Best made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Best is distilled at Heaven Hill Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky, one of the largest bourbon-producing operations in the state. It is bottled by Luxco, a spirits company also headquartered in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Kentucky Best?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled peaches or stone-fruit desserts complement the bourbon's natural fruit and honey notes. Smoked pulled pork works well against its caramel sweetness. Sharp cheddar cheese provides a savory contrast to the soft grain character. Pecan pie mirrors the toasted-oak and brown-sugar tones, and dark chocolate with sea salt highlights the subtle baking-spice finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Kentucky Best come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Best Bourbon is primarily available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Kentucky Best worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Best positions firmly as a budget-tier wheated bourbon, and its value proposition rests on the combination of Heaven Hill distillate, a four-year age statement, and a wheated mashbill at a very accessible price. It delivers solid everyday-drinking quality rather than sipping complexity, and punches above its weight as a cocktail base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Kentucky Best?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe most compelling fact about Kentucky Best is its pedigree: this is Heaven Hill bourbon wearing an unassuming label. Heaven Hill's expertise with wheated mashbills stretches back decades, and even at a budget price point, the distillate carries recognizable markers of that house style — clean honey sweetness, restrained oak, and a round mouthfeel. For drinkers curious about how wheat changes bourbon's flavor profile, this four-year-old expression provides a straightforward, affordable reference point. It will not compete with older, higher-proof wheated bottlings on depth or complexity, but it offers an honest, well-made Kentucky straight bourbon at an entry-level investment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kentucky Best","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47256187502761,"sku":"42393","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/KentuckyBestBourbon750ML.webp?v=1783815654"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/kentucky-best.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}