You Should Be Pairing Smoked Fish With Bourbon. Here's How - Tasting Table

"Smoked salmon pairs beautifully with a lighter wheated bourbon because the delicate smokiness of the fish doesn't overpower the subtler whiskey notes."

"For heartier fish like smoked trout or mackerel, I'd recommend a high-rye bourbon. The spice and bolder flavors of the rye balance out the rich, oily fish, making for a dynamic pairing."

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