Is 90 Proof Bourbon Strong? Unpacking the Flavor and Potency
                                
                                
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                                While the standard minimum proof for bottled bourbon is 80 (40% ABV), a 90 proof bourbon clocks in at a stronger 45% ABV. The question, 'is 90 proof bourbon strong?' doesn't have a simple 'yes' or 'no' answer, as its strength is relative to other spirits and individual palate sensitivity.