In the era of globalization and outsourcing, the fact that some items are so indigenous that one cannot make them elsewhere is a beautiful thing.
Jameson vs Bourbon
It is impossible to legally produce Jameson in the United States or bourbon in Ireland. The reason leans more toward patriotism than liking one particular beverage.
Geography is one aspect, but there is more to distinguish these two liqueurs: Irish Whiskey and Bourbon.
Learn about the difference between them and where to get them in New Zealand.
Jameson & Bourbon: What makes them distinct?
The location matters!
Bourbon is exclusively made in the US, while Jameson (Irish whiskey) is made solely on the island of Ireland.
As far as bourbon is concerned, these whiskeys are almost made explicitly in Kentucky.
The ingredients
While Irish whiskey is made from a yeast-fermented mash of malted cereals like wheat, barley or corn, bourbon must be made with a basic recipe of at least 51% corn, with the remainder made up of rye, wheat, and barley.
Production and distillation
The Americans and the Irish use combinations of column reflux and copper pot stills. Usually, the Bourbons are distilled twice, while Irish people distill their whiskies thrice.
Furthermore, Irish whiskey must be aged for three years, while there is no limit on bourbon; however, they mature for at least two years.
Taste
Irish whiskey, such as Jameson, is known for being smooth and light, while bourbon is sweeter and also characterized by its vanilla, oak, caramel, and spice notes.
Bourbon and Jameson whiskey from NZ
1. Makers Mark Bourbon
Maker’s Mark bourbon appears clear, golden amber with a coppery orange tint. It is a well-matured fruitcake with honey, vanilla, overripe, banana, nuts and dried tropical fruit.
Soft palate of corn on the cob served on buttered, slightly burnt toast with maple syrup, vanilla, bitter chocolate and spiced oak.
Overall, it is a satisfying and easy-drinking bourbon.
2. Wild Turkey Longbranch
Wild Turkey Longbranch is a full-bodied and balanced bourbon, fresh, sweet and smoky, with a rich and rounded mouthfeel.
It comes with flavors of caramel, pear and hints of citrus round out the palate, while the subtle, smoky finish is buttery smooth – with notes of mild pepper and toasted oak.
3. Jameson Smooth Dry & Lime
It is a unique combination of smooth triple-distilled Jameson Irish Whiskey with perfectly balanced Dry and Lime, making for a refreshing twist on this classic combination.
One can enjoy it chilled from the can or over ice.
The Natural Kola extract in the blend provides this cola flavour with unique complexity and depth and enhances the overall taste.
If you are looking for Jameson or Bourbon in New Zealand, you can get them from Ellerslie Liquor Centre.
