A type of bourbon whiskey containing a relatively high percentage of rye grain in the mash bill. This type of bourbon offers bold flavors because of the spiciness of the rye and the sweetness of the corn. This style of bourbon includes Basil Hayden’s, Four Roses, Knob Creek, Wild Turkey and more.

A type of bourbon whiskey containing a low percentage of rye grain in the mash bill. This type of bourbon offers smoother sweet flavors due to the higher percentage of corn, with only a touch of spiciness from the rye grain. This style of bourbon includes Russel’s Reserve 10 year, Booker’s, Michter’s 10 Year, Elijah Craig and more.

A type of bourbon whiskey made from a mash bill where the rye is swapped out with wheat. This gives the whiskey what is often described as a softer, creamier, sweeter profile. This style of bourbon includes Pappy Van Winkle, Weller, Maker’s Mark, Larceny and more.

A type of whiskey with a mash bill of at least 51% rye grain, it has a distinct flavor profile owing to the assertive flavor of rye, which even after mellowing in charred oak can kick around in your palate with a lively spiciness. This style of whiskey includes EH Taylor, Whistlepig, Sazerac, Willett and more.