How does Evan Williams Black compare with Jim Beam White?

Both are 86-proof budget bourbons. Evan Williams Black is a little sweeter and smoother to many drinkers, while Jim Beam White has more of a yeasty, nutty edge. Which you prefer comes down to taste.

Is Evan Williams Black good for beginners?

Yes. Its low burn and vanilla-caramel flavor make it an easy first bourbon, and it works well in mixed drinks while you get used to whiskey.

How old is Evan Williams Black?

It carries a four-year age statement, so it is older than the minimum for straight bourbon. That gives it more oak than the youngest bottles on the shelf.

It is bottled at 86 proof, or 43% alcohol by volume. That is a middle ground that works neat, on the rocks or in cocktails.

Is the 1.75 L bottle a good choice for a home bar?

The large bottle suits people who drink bourbon regularly or mix cocktails often. Once opened, keep it upright and out of direct sunlight.

Should I choose Evan Williams Black or the Bottled-in-Bond?

Black is softer and easier to sip. Bottled-in-Bond is 100 proof and older, with more body and spice, so pick it if you want a bolder pour.

Where is the Evan Williams Black Bourbon cheapest?

At Total Beverage of Westminster, for $19.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Evan Williams Black Bourbon?

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 687 ratings.

Evan Williams Black Bourbon

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Last seen at $19.99 at Total Beverage of Westminster on Nov 5.

Our take on the Evan Williams Black Bourbon

Evan Williams Black is a Kentucky straight bourbon aged about four years and bottled at 86 proof. It is a wheated-leaning, corn-forward bourbon with vanilla, caramel and a little charred oak, and it is one of the most widely bought budget bourbons in the US. It suits drinkers who want a smooth everyday pour for mixing or sipping without spending much, and it holds up against Jim Beam White and Wild Turkey 81 on value. Reviewers rate it highly for its price class, though some find it thin and short on finish.

Best forEveryday sipping on a budgetWhiskey and cola or other mixed drinksCocktails that need a cheap base spiritBuying in large bottles for a home bar

Pros

Smooth, easy-drinking profile with vanilla and caramel
Corn sweetness balanced by light oak char
86 proof works neat, on the rocks or in cocktails
Widely available and consistent bottle to bottle
Large 1.75 L bottle suits a home bar

Cons

Thin body compared with higher-proof bourbons
Short finish that fades quickly
Little complexity for experienced sippers
Some batches taste hotter than the proof suggests

Evan Williams Black Bourbon prices at every store

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Evan Williams Black Bourbon price history

Lowest price we've seen: $19.99 on Nov 5 at Total Beverage of Westminster. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 5.

What reviewers say

4.5 / 5687 ratings

Reviewers rate Evan Williams Black highly for its price class, calling it smooth and dependable for mixing. Most praise the vanilla-caramel flavor and easy drinkability; a minority find it thin and simple compared with pricier bourbons.

What people mention

FlavorPraisedReviewers describe vanilla, caramel and light charred oak with a corn-forward sweetness.
SmoothnessPraisedMost say it goes down easily neat or over ice with little burn.
BodyCriticisedSome drinkers find it thin and watery compared with higher-proof bourbons.
FinishCriticisedCritics say the flavor fades quickly and leaves little aftertaste.
ValuePraisedOwners call it one of the best budget bourbons for the money.
MixingPraisedReviewers use it often in whiskey and cola and in cocktails.

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Evan Williams Black Bourbon

Specifications

Size: 1.75 L
Age: 4 Year

Questions and answers

How does Evan Williams Black compare with Jim Beam White?: Both are 86-proof budget bourbons. Evan Williams Black is a little sweeter and smoother to many drinkers, while Jim Beam White has more of a yeasty, nutty edge. Which you prefer comes down to taste.
Is Evan Williams Black good for beginners?: Yes. Its low burn and vanilla-caramel flavor make it an easy first bourbon, and it works well in mixed drinks while you get used to whiskey.
How old is Evan Williams Black?: It carries a four-year age statement, so it is older than the minimum for straight bourbon. That gives it more oak than the youngest bottles on the shelf.
What proof is it?: It is bottled at 86 proof, or 43% alcohol by volume. That is a middle ground that works neat, on the rocks or in cocktails.
Is the 1.75 L bottle a good choice for a home bar?: The large bottle suits people who drink bourbon regularly or mix cocktails often. Once opened, keep it upright and out of direct sunlight.
Should I choose Evan Williams Black or the Bottled-in-Bond?: Black is softer and easier to sip. Bottled-in-Bond is 100 proof and older, with more body and spice, so pick it if you want a bolder pour.
Where is the Evan Williams Black Bourbon cheapest?: At Total Beverage of Westminster, for $19.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Evan Williams Black Bourbon?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 687 ratings.