For the timid palette, I'd suggest putting the bottle in the freezer for at least 12 hours. Pour yourself about 2 fingers of this fine bourbon, and enjoy it. If you aren't used to it, the first few sips might be a bit much, but it will mellow out after your 2nd or 3rd sip. Perhaps a splash of water and a cube or two would help you. You might also enjoy it with a water back or a ginger ale back. If you go for the ginger ale, go for one of the better ones, such as Stewart's Ginger Beer. The bite it has works well with the bourbon.

Personally, I drink mine neat, at room temp, with a pipe or cigar. The flavors of tobacco and bourbon marry so well...why ruin it with water?

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