The People's Bourbon Review

Blue Run Spirits Whiskey Director, Shaylyn Gammon, Reflections On Her One-Year Anniversary

Shaylyn Gammon joined Blue Run Spirits as Whiskey Director on February 10, 2022. She came to the pandemic start-up whiskey company from Campari Group, where she led innovation projects on brands such

Stellum Black Bourbon Hunter's Moon Review

A review of Stellum Black Bourbon Hunter's Moon written by Mark Pringle
I could tell that as soon as I opened this bottle of Stellum Black Bourbon Hunter's Moon, it would most likely be something I really liked. Full disclosure, I gravitate toward bourbons that are a ...

What is the Difference Between Bourbon and Whiskey?

If you love brown liquor, you probably know the difference between Bourbon and whiskey. Both are brown liquor, and some people might even say they have the same taste. If you refer to Bourbon as w

Ranking Old Forester Whiskeys. Which is the Best?

Written by Mark Pringle
I am almost reluctant to provide a ranking of Old Forester whiskeys for fear of drawing too much attention to this fabulous line of bourbons. Old Forester produces such rich and high-quality whiskeys

Shortbarrel Small Batch Rye Versus WhistlePig 10 Year Straight Rye

Written by Mark Pringle
I'm from the Atlanta, Georgia, area, and I always appreciate it when a local company produces whiskeys. Since Shortbarrel is an Atlanta company that became a brand in July 2020, I was excited to t

Frank August Small Batch Bourbon (First Pour)

A review of Frank August Small Batch Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Frank August Small Batch Bourbon has been a mystery. There wasn't much information online about this bourbon, the distillate source, or the company. I saw it online at Seelbach's, but it sold ...

Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon Review: A Bold, Sweet, and Creamy Value

A review of Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Wild Turkey 101 is a wonderfully spicy, sweet, and creamy bourbon. It is a very enjoyable neat drinker that gets better and smoother as your drink it. There are very few bourbon values as good as...

Pours 1 and 2 of Barrell Bourbon Batch 26

A review of Barrell Bourbon Batch 26 written by Mark Pringle
Pour 1 The first thing you notice on the nose is the smell of Rye and nothing else. I didn’t take a drink and just let it sit for a minute or so and then nosed it again. There was a fruitines...

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C923 Review

A review of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C923 written by Mark Pringle
These are some quick thoughts on the wonderfully flavorful Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C923.  Nose On the first pour, the Nose of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Batch C923 was a little d...

Tips for Healthy Whiskey Drinking: How to Be a Bourbon Enthusiast and Stay Healthy

Written by Mark Pringle
Experiencing bourbons and other whiskeys is an enjoyable pastime. However, whether you are a seasoned bourbon enthusiast or someone new to the bourbon-drinking club, it is essential to know how to dri

Sagamore Spirit 8-Year-Old Rye Tasting Notes

A review of Sagamore Spirit 8-Year-Old Rye Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
Sagamore Spirit 8-Year-Old Rye is a delicious rye when experienced by itself. I say that because it didn’t do well against some of my favorites in a side-by-side, but when I drink it by its...

J.W. Kelly & Co. Melrose Rye Whiskey Review

A review of J.W. Kelly Melrose Rye Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
I have to admit, I have never experienced an Amarone Cask Finished Whiskey. So, I eagerly anticipated this tasting of J.W. Kelly & Co. Melrose Rye Whiskey Double Barreled Amarone Cask.  Ac...