The 10 Best Bourbons for Old Fashioneds (2026)

The Old Fashioned is one of the world’s most popular cocktails and has been since it was created in the 19th century. The cocktail has inspired numerous riffs, some of which are now classics in their own right, like the agave-based Oaxaca Old Fashioned, the rum-based Caribbean Old Fashioned, or the fat-washed Benton’s. But when made in its original form, the cocktail is essentially just bourbon, sugar, and bitters, meaning your choice of whiskey has a strong influence over the final product. The article The 10 Best Bourbons for Old Fashioneds (2026) appeared first on VinePair.