Left Bank Nights: Pairing Bourbon with Jazz, Blues, and Soul

Because Great Bourbon Deserves a Great Soundtrack

At Left Bank, we believe bourbon isn't just something you sip—it’s something you feel. And nothing complements that slow, smooth burn like the right music. Just like bourbon, jazz, blues, and soul are deeply American, unapologetically expressive, and made for lingering late into the night.

Whether you’re unwinding on the porch or pouring one neat in your favorite dimly lit corner, here’s how to pair Left Bank Bourbon with the sounds that match its soul.

🎷 Jazz & Bourbon: Improvisation in a Glass

Jazz and bourbon were practically born for each other. Both are bold, layered, and full of unexpected turns. A good jazz set—think Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, or Esperanza Spalding—unfolds just like a bourbon tasting: smooth start, surprising middle, satisfying finish.

Pair With: A neat pour of Left Bank Single Barrel. Let the spirit do the talking while the horns handle the background mood.

Listening suggestion: “Blue in Green” – Miles Davis Flavor notes meet melodic notes: complex, emotional, and timeless.

🎸 Blues & Bourbon: For Sipping Slow and Feeling Deep

Blues isn’t background music—it’s a mood. It’s about storytelling, resilience, and raw emotion. Sound familiar? Bourbon’s got the same grit and soul. Whether it’s a smoky Delta tune or a gritty Chicago riff, the blues gives your bourbon a reason to linger just a little longer on the tongue.

Pair With: Left Bank Small Batch Bourbon over a big ice cube. Stir slow. Sip slower.

Listening suggestion: “I’d Rather Go Blind” – Etta James The bittersweet finish of both the song and the bourbon will stay with you.

🎤 Soul & Bourbon: The Perfect Harmony

If bourbon had a voice, it might just sound like Otis Redding or Amy Winehouse. Soul music brings fire and feeling—just like a strong pour of Left Bank. Rich, emotional, and impossible to ignore, soul pairs beautifully with bourbon’s caramel notes and slow-burning warmth.

Pair With: A Left Bank Gold Rush—bourbon, lemon, and honey. Sweet, smooth, and surprisingly strong.

Listening suggestion: “A Change Is Gonna Come” – Sam Cooke Start soft, end powerful. Just like a perfect cocktail.

🎶 Create Your Own Left Bank Playlist

Whether you’re curating a tasting night or just pouring a glass after a long day, let your soundtrack match the spirit. Here’s a quick-start lineup:

• “Ain’t No Sunshine” – Bill Withers

• “Come Away With Me” – Norah Jones

• “A Song for You” – Donny Hathaway

• “In a Sentimental Mood” – Duke Ellington & John Coltrane

• “Love and Happiness” – Al Green

Trust us—it tastes even better when it sounds like this.

🥃 Final Sip: A Sensory Experience

Bourbon isn’t just about flavor—it’s about atmosphere. The right music turns a drink into a memory, a mood, a moment. At Left Bank, we invite you to savor it all: the pour, the playlist, and the peace that comes when jazz meets oak and soul meets spice.

Pour generously. Play it loud. And let Left Bank set the tone for your next unforgettable night. 🎷🥃