CABIN STILL BOURBON (1L) , United States

Finally found a bourbon that doesn't break the bank but still works great in an old fashioned—the light body lets the other ingredients shine without getting overwhelmed.

For the price, this is a solid mixing bourbon that doesn't try to be anything it's not. It's light-bodied and young, but that actually makes it perfect for a smooth old fashioned without any harshness.

Midweek cocktail hour got a lot easier since I grabbed this bottle. It's light-bodied so it doesn't overpower a mixer, and the 1L size means I'm not restocking every couple weeks. For a young whiskey it's smooth enough to enjoy in a highball without any harsh bite.