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Bourbon
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 244 kcal —
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 244 | – | – | – |
| 2 × 100 ml | 200 g | 487 | – | – | – |
| ½ × 100 ml | 50 g | 122 | – | – | – |
| 3 × 100 ml | 300 g | 731 | – | – | – |
| 4 × 100 ml | 400 g | 975 | – | – | – |
Questions about Bourbon
What makes bourbon different from other whiskey?
Bourbon is made in the United States from a mash containing at least 51% corn and matured in new, charred oak barrels. It does not have to be made in Kentucky.
Should you drink bourbon neat, with water or over ice?
Try a small sip neat first; a few drops of water can open up its aromas, while a large ice cube chills it and gradually softens the flavour. There is no single correct way to serve it.
Which cocktails are made with bourbon?
The Old Fashioned combines bourbon with sugar, bitters and a twist of citrus peel; the Mint Julep pairs it with mint, sugar and crushed ice. Bourbon also works in a Whiskey Sour with lemon juice and sugar syrup.
Can you use bourbon instead of whiskey in a recipe?
Yes: bourbon is a type of whiskey, and it suits recipes calling for a sweet, vanilla-and-oak flavour. Rye whiskey makes a spicier substitute; brandy can work in some sauces and desserts but tastes different.
How should you store an opened bottle of bourbon?
Keep it tightly sealed, upright and away from heat and direct sunlight. It will not mature further in the bottle, and a bottle with little liquid left may lose aroma faster as more air sits inside.
Does bourbon go bad once opened?
A sealed bottle keeps for a long time, and bourbon does not spoil like fresh food, but its flavour can fade after opening. If it smells musty or has an unexpected change in appearance, do not drink it.
Can you cook with bourbon?
Yes. Add a splash to a barbecue sauce, pan sauce or pecan pie filling; simmer it so the alcohol can evaporate and the bourbon flavour blends into the dish. Never pour it straight from the bottle into a hot pan, as the vapour can catch fire.
Source: drinkbase BA1.bourbon · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
