The People's Bourbon Review

The Best Benchmark Bourbons Ranked

Which Benchmark bourbon is the best? Before answering that question, let's get a little more information about the Benchmark brand. Benchmark is the popular Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiske

Boring Widow Jane Lucky Thirteen Falls Short

A review of Widow Jane Lucky 13 written by Mark Pringle
Widow Jane Lucky Thirteen, 13 Year Bourbon, had been on my radar for a while; however, it had been a problematic find here in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Nevertheless, I stopped into one of my local p...

Stellum Black Bourbon Equinox Blend 1

A review of Stellum Black Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Barrell Craft Spirits (BCS) has done it again with their Stellum Black Bourbon Equinox Blend #1. This is a beautifully balanced (spicy and sweet) bourbon that provides a more complex tasting expe...

Does Whiskey Oxidize? How Long is Bourbon Good Once Opened?

Written by Mark Pringle
One of the most popular questions new bourbon enthusiasts ask is, "How fast will my bourbon oxidize once I open the bottle?" They are really asking, "How long is bourbon good for once o

Big Moustache American Single Malt Whiskey Review

A review of Big Moustache American Single Malt written by Mark Pringle
I have been exposing myself to more and more single malts recently. In the past, I was more of a bourbon and rye whiskey enthusiast. However, now I am enjoying single malt whiskeys more often. This is...

Is Basil Hayden a Good Bourbon and Why is it So Popular?

Basil Hayden Bourbon is among the top 10 best-selling bourbons in the United States. Yes, you heard that right, Top 10! But is Basil Hayden Bourbon good? With its rich history, distinctive bottle desi

1792 Small Batch Was a Pleasant Surprise

A review of 1792 Small Batch written by Mark Pringle
Nose On the first pour of 1792 Small Batch, few notes are discernible. This aroma experience is unusual since typically, you can find ethanol or mild traditional bourbon notes on the nose of m...

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

Available everywhere and often overlooked - UN 1856

A review of Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey written by Todd Bailey
Uncle Nearest 1856 100 proof No mashbill or age statement provided Color: Golden Amber Uncle Nearest has an amazing back story and has become one of the most awarded whiskies over the past...

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

Lost Lantern Gentle Giant Balcones Distilling Texas Single Malt Review

A review of Lost Lantern "Gentle Giant" Balcones Distilling Texas Single Malt written by Mark Pringle
Lost Lantern Gentle Giant Balcones Distilling Texas Single Malt is a marriage of five and a half casks that create a wonderfully savory and bold whiskey-tasting experience. This is a good American sin...

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

A review of Union Horse Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
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...