I have found that the nicer Jim Beams are pretty smooth (much better than regular beam) and yet come in at a price cheaper than most every level “nice” bourbons. For example, these are a tad over $20 for 750ml and I pay more than that for makers, bulleit, etc... FYI I purchase in bulk from total wine in JAX whenever I head to the “southern estate”. $20ish dollars seems very reasonable for the quality.