The Smoke Room

The Wood Guide

Every wood tells a different story.

Blind Pig mills more than a dozen all-natural aromatic woods, each with its own character. Here's what every chip brings to the glass — and the drinks it loves.

Light & Fruity
Gentle, balanced smoke — great with fruit- or citrus-forward drinks.
Apple
Sweet, fruity, and light.
Best for Light spirits like gin or vodka, plus whiskey, bourbon, and anything citrus-forward.
Try Smoked Whiskey Sour, Brandy Old Fashioned, Mint Julep, Margarita.
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Cherry
Mild, gently sweet with a touch of tartness.
Best for Bourbon, rum, whiskey, and fruit-forward cocktails.
Try Smoked Boulevardier, Brandy Old Fashioned, Kentucky Mule, Apple Martini.
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Mild & Sweet
Rounder, sweeter smoke that complements richer bourbon and rum cocktails without overpowering.
Maple
Sweet, smooth, and mellow with a caramel undertone.
Best for Bourbon, whiskey, rum, and sweeter cocktails.
Try Smoked Brandy Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Hot Toddy, Gold Rush.
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Peach
Fruity and sweet with a subtle smoky edge.
Best for Bourbon, rum, and fruity cocktails.
Try Smoked Peach Bourbon Smash, Whiskey Sour, Mojito.
Pecan
Nutty, sweet, and mild with a slightly smoky edge.
Best for Bourbon, whiskey, and drinks with sweet or nutty notes.
Try Smoked Kentucky Mule, Old Fashioned, Negroni, Manhattan.
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Bold & Smoky
Deep, assertive smoke for stronger drinks. A little goes a long way.
Bourbon Oak
Rich, deep, and woody with vanilla and caramel.
Best for Bourbon, rye, and cocktails that love oak-aged depth.
Try Smoked Brandy Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Whiskey Sour, Negroni.
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American Oak
Bold and woody with deep smoky undertones and vanilla.
Best for Bourbon, whiskey, and drinks that want a deeper oak character.
Try Smoked Brandy Old Fashioned, Whiskey Sour, Manhattan.
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Mesquite
Strong, earthy, and intense.
Best for Bold cocktails where you want the smoke to lead — use sparingly.
Try Smoked Manhattan, Sazerac, Whiskey Sour.
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Herbal & Floral
Aromatic, unexpected profiles for floral and botanical cocktails.
New Zealand Manuka
Sweet and earthy with a herbal, floral aroma.
Best for Whisky, gin, and cocktails that welcome floral notes.
Try Smoked Gin & Tonic, Whiskey Sour, Mint Julep, Brandy Old Fashioned.
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Olive
Earthy, savory, and slightly fruity.
Best for Whiskey, gin, and Mediterranean-leaning cocktails.
Try Smoked Gin Martini, Boulevardier, Negroni.
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Lavender
Floral, herbal, and aromatic with fragrant smoke.
Best for Gin, vodka, and cocktails with herbal or floral notes.
Try Smoked Lavender Gin Fizz, Lavender Lemonade, Negroni.
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Rosemary
Herbaceous, earthy, and slightly piney.
Best for Gin, vodka, rum, and drinks that want a fresh herbal kick.
Try Smoked Rosemary Gin Fizz, Mojito, Margarita.
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Find your wood

Not sure where to start? Pick your spirit in the Smoke Pairing Guide, or stock the shelf with Blind Pig's aromatic chips.

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