Good taste is certainly a subjective perception. Each person possesses their own catalog of likes and dislikes, their favorites and non favorites. It’s what makes us unique, it’s what makes us similar.  If we are fortunate enough we find others that share these commonalities, these “tastes.” The Bourboneer is no different. And when you share “good taste”, I believe it should be, not only be developed, but recognized.

Yesterday, a bourbon loving friend of mine handed me a low ball drinking glass. Well, in all honestly, the glass was a gift and it wasn’t a glass at all. It was a 10oz, stainless steel YETI Rambler. Yep, that’s right a YETI! And you thought they only made coolers!

I am always looking for a new vessel to enjoy my bourbon. So the minute I was handed this Rambler, I knew it had just one, definitive purpose…to convey my bourbon from this day forward. As you probably know, YETI has made their millions and reputation on the ability of their products to keep things cold for a long, long time. So for me, being a fan of Blanton’s Single Barrell Bourbon on the rocks (just one rock actually), the Rambler was the perfect gift.

I’ve always been an admirer of YETI products, the ones I can afford anyway, but seeing that YETI also shares my affinity for bourbon, I now have deeper level of respect for the company. Not that I didn’t before, but you have to love an American company that promotes America’s native and distinctive spirit. How do I know YETI likes their bourbon? Take a look at the label that came with the Rambler.

Look closer.

Of course, I had to follow the directions. That’s four fingers of bourbon. I know that’s not Blanton’s but I am currently out. It’s not easy to get around here. Nothing wrong with Jim Beam!

After my first bourbon in my new Rambler, I let my next drink sit for a few hours just to test how cold it would be. I was not surprised when my last sip was as chilled as my first. I am not a YETI spokesman nor do I play one on TV, but, if you love your bourbon on ice or neat, I recommend picking up a YETI Rambler as soon as possible. If it happens to be too pricey for your “taste” then just have a good friend buy you one:)

-The Bourboneer

Bourbon enjoyed while writing this article: Jim Beam Double Oak KSBW, 43% ABV or 86 proof (NAS), James B. Beam Distilling Co., Frankfurt, KY.