I get why Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 is so popular. It’s not just a whiskey, it’s a symbol of rebellious freedom and doing things your own way. It’s as American as apple pie and has a very staunch division of fans and haters that’s all it’s own. It’s also a well oiled garage rock band of flavors that make it accessible for folks to Still, it’s a good place to start if you are new to whiskey. Just don’t stay there forever. (Rating***1/2) Click here to purchase Jack Daniels Old No. 7. George Dickel No. 12, though less likely to appeal to whisky (note the “e”-less Scottish spelling of Whisky that Dickel uses) novices, is superior to Jack Daniels Old No. 7. It’s Check out our comprehensive guide to whisky here. 1. Bib & Tucker 10-Year Bourbon. Don’t believe your cousin telling you that bourbon can only be made in Kentucky. Tennessee’s Bib & Tucker makes a handful of award-winning bourbons. One of our favourites is Bib & Tucker 10-Year Bourbon. The finish is long, smooth and sweet, with lingering dried fruit notes and a mild but persistent pepperiness. Stylistically, the Kirkland Signature Tennessee Whiskey falls between Jack Daniels and Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Barrel Proof is big on flavor with a solid kick, with the heat coming in way less hot than EH Taylor Barrel Proof at 65.15%. “Chewing” brings more caramel, honey, roasted banana, apple, vanilla, roasted oak, just a little dough, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a little spiced and candied walnut. To create this delicious mixer, simply combine 1 part Jack Daniel’s Honey Whiskey to 2 parts cranberry juice and 4 parts sweet tea, brewed to a strength of your own preference. Either add all of these ingredients into an ice-filled glass and stir or use a cocktail shaker and strain. Serve with a lemon wedge over the side for a simple garnish. I’m not a Jack Daniels hater either, because Jack Daniel’s makes good whiskeys that offer more substance. What to get instead: Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Select 47% ABV is an epic upgrade. The one I reviewed had far more character with more chocolate, caramel, vanilla, oak spices, and hints of fruit. The whiskey—You can, of course, pour a whiskey other than Jack Daniel's into this cocktail, and it will be pretty good, but it's not an authentic Lynchburg lemonade. Should you decide to change up the whiskey, go with another Tennessee whiskey or a full-flavored bourbon. The orange liqueur—Choose a quality triple sec. Whatever you do, stay Add the cream next. Then, add the seasonings, and simmer until thickened. Turn off the heat, and stir in the shredded cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste. Bake: Stir in the macaroni noodles and bacon. Turn into a casserole dish. Top with additional cheese and bacon, and bake for 15-20 mins at 350°F. MKuJo1.

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