The People's Bourbon Review

What are Wheated Bourbon and Wheat Whisky?

All whiskeys are made from a combination of grains which is known as a mash bill. What makes them different is the ratio of the different grains that go into the manufacturing and distilling of the fi

Does Bourbon Have to be Made in Kentucky to be Called Bourbon?

Some may claim that "Kentucky Bourbon is the one and only Bourbon" and that one cannot truly create Bourbon outside of Kentucky because of Kentucky's unique mixture of barrels and t

First Two Tastes of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch B521

Taste #1: Great nose (caramel toffee) and color. Could be a little smoother but this is the first pour. Taste #2 of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof. It’s still not doing anything for me. Well, it d...

Doc Holliday 8-year Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

I will not mince any words here; Doc Holliday 8-year Straight Bourbon Whiskey provides a fantastic high-proof tasting experience. Rarely do I start bourbon reviews by saying that, but this is worthy o...

Barrell Bourbon Batch 33 Review. Yes!

Barrell Bourbon Batch 33 review. Barrell has upped their straight bourbon game, at least for my palate. Admittedly, I am a huge Barrell fan, but I have not been overly enthusiastic about Bar...

George Remus Bourbon Quick Review and Tasting Notes

George Remus Bourbon was not a bourbon that was on my radar to review. However, I had to purchase it to get Remus Repeal Reserve V, which was excellent. So, this has been sitting in my cabinet for mon...

Ranking the Best Weller Bourbons. Which Weller is the Best?

Weller is Buffalo Trace Distillery’s fabulous line of award-winning wheated bourbon whiskeys. With seven wheated bourbons in this stable, which one is the best, and how do they rank? To determin

Pursuit United Bourbon Finished with Toasted American and French Oak (First Pour)

I have been anticipating this Pursuit United Bourbon Finished with Toasted American and French Oak review. When I was first exposed to Pursuit United’s Straight Bourbon, I was shocked by its won...

What Beginning Bourbon Drinkers Need to Know (Learn From My Experience)

If you are new to this bourbon game, no doubt you find it an exhilarating hobby. However, you may have also realized that it can be a money pit. To help alleviate some of the pain newbies can experien

Union Horse Distilling Co. Reserve Straight Bourbon Review (First Pour)

I get excited when I review bourbons of family-owned craft distilleries producing their own distillate. That was the case with Union Horse Distilling Co.'s Reserve Straight Bourbon. Union Horse...

Blue Note Crossroads: The Nose is a Spectacular Winner

I popped open Blue Note Crossroads, and the nose was wonderful immediately. A little cherry, mild cinnamon spice, rich toasted oak, and toasted char. GREAT! The palate is a little milder than I...

Rye Whiskey and Rye Bourbon: Is there a Difference?

“Rye whiskey” and “rye bourbon” are terms that often confuse people who are new to the whiskey world. A common misperception is that the two terms are synonymous. While both ry