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Who the Bourbon Matchmaker Quiz is for

If you've ever stood in the whiskey aisle staring at dozens of bottles wondering which one is actually right for you, our Bullets & Bourbon Matchmaker Quiz was built for you.

Whether you're new to whiskey or a seasoned sipper, this interactive bourbon quiz is designed to pair you with a bottle that fits your flavor preferences, price range, and bourbon style.

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Why Take The Bourbon Matchmaking Quiz?

Find your perfect bourbon match with a fun, personalized quiz that speaks to your taste. Once you complete the quiz you will receive an email with your customized bourbon recommendations and 25% discount off our shop.

Perfect For Gifting

Buying for a bourbon lover but unsure what they like? The Matchmaker helps you pick a bottle with confidence.

Discover Bourbons You'll Love

Maybe you love classic profiles like those from Buffalo Trace Distillery, or maybe you'd prefer something bold like expressions from Four Roses. The quiz helps expand your palate beyond what you already enjoy.

Stop Wasting Money on Bottles You Don't Love

Not every bourbon is built the same. From wheated mash bills to high-rye spice bourbons, small differences create drastically different experiences. This quiz helps you buy smarter

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What you'll get from your results

A fun bourbon quiz matching your taste, budget and preferences to 5 ideal bourbons and a code to receive 25% off our shop.

Who is this bourbon quiz for?

• Beginners wanting to explore bourbon the right way

• Experienced enthusiasts looking to try something new

• Gift buyers shopping for whiskey lovers

If you've ever asked the following below, this quiz answers it.

• "What bourbon should I buy?"

• What bourbon matches my taste?

• What's the best bourbon for beginners?"

What's the difference between whiskey and bourbon?

All bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon.

Whiskey is a distilled spirit made from fermented grain mash. It can be produced anywhere in the world using different grains and aging methods.

To legally be called bourbon in the United States, it must

1. Be made in the United States

2. Contain at least 51% corn in the mash bill

3. Be aged in new, charred oak barrels

4. Be distilled to no more than 160 proof

5. Enter the barrel at no more than 125 proof

6. Be bottled at 80 proof or higher

7. Contain no added flavors or color

What is traditional bourbon?

A mash bill is the specific recipe of grains used to make a whiskey before it’s fermented and distilled. In bourbon, the mash bill must contain at least 51% corn.

What is bottled in bond bourbon?

What is a mash bill?

A classic bourbon recipe balanced between sweetness, oak, and spice, offering an all-around, familiar bourbon experience.

What is High-rye bourbon?

Uses more rye in the mash bill, giving the bourbon a spicier, bolder flavor with notes of pepper and baking spice.

Replaces rye with wheat, creating a softer, smoother bourbon with sweeter notes like caramel and vanilla.

What is wheated bourbon?

A higher-quality, 100-proof bourbon made under strict standards that delivers consistent flavor and a richer mouthfeel.

A bourbon blended from a limited number of barrels to create a carefully crafted and more refined flavor profile.

What is small a small batch bourbon?

What is a single barrel bourbon?

Bottled from one individual barrel, meaning each release has unique character and flavor variations.

What is a barrel proof (cask strength) bourbon?

Uncut and undiluted bourbon bottled straight from the barrel, delivering intense flavor, higher proof, and serious heat.