What to bring ....

[petrel800]

Another one of my go to bourbons to put out is Kirkland Bourbon. 1L is roughly $20. It's age stated at 7 years. 107 proof. Sourced from Beam, I find it similar to Knob Creek in profile. Typically when I put it out I decant it just so folks don't turn up their nose because of a label. Most are shocked when I tell them what it is . . .

[bourbonfoot]

I don't mind spending a few bucks extra in these kinds of situations. I like 4RSmB or EC12 (I know some can't get these for under $30). Worst case scenario you have a great sipper for you all night, and leave it there and your friend maybe gets the bourbon bug? Best case everybody loves it.

[jwes1776]

Thanks for the advice! I did a little tasting and have decided to take a BT for the group, and to use the occaision as an excuse to try either the 4RYL or the OF 86. I'm due to try a budget bourbon anyway after snagging a 4RSmB and a SAOS 7Y Rye last time out:-)

[squire]

BT is a good choice, as are the other two. I think I would advance Four Roses Yellow to the top of the try next list.

[Quintilian]

Like other folks, I'd go with BT, FRYL, EWBiB, VOB (whatever proof you want to bring), Old Forester 86 or Sig, or OGDBiB.

[Golzee]

OF Signature IMO would be a very good choice. I like it neat, on the rocks, or with a coke. It is very versatile and it won't break the bank.