Ultimate Spirits Challenge’s results for the bourbon category are hotly anticipated every year. As distillers continue to expand their offerings we are delighted to evaluate both new and old favorites. At USC 2018, 5 bourbon entries scored over 95 Points and we can definitively call these the best 5 bourbons available.

1. Remus Repeal Reserve Bourbon, 97 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

2. Heaven's Door Straight American Bourbon, 96 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

3. Stagg Jr. Kentucky Straight Bourbon, 96 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation

4. Jim Beam Single Barrel Bourbon, 96 Points, Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation