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Creamy, Dark, and Sweet Belle Meade Madeira Cask Bourbon is Delicious

A review of Belle Meade Bourbon Madeira Cask Finish written by Mark Pringle
I have almost finished this bottle of Belle Meade Madeira Cask Bourbon, and the experience has been memorable.  My wife and I visited Madeira (an archipelago located 280 mi off the c...

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

First Pour of Laws Bonded Centennial Straight Wheat Whiskey

A review of Laws Centennial Straight Wheat Whiskey (Bonded) written by Mark Pringle
Laws is my first exposure to a straight wheat whiskey, and I was unsure what to expect. It was a little harsher than I expected when drinking it neat. However, it was spectacular in a cocktail, w...

How to Drink Bourbon So That You Enjoy It

Written by Mark Pringle
I can’t tell you how often I have shared bourbon with friends only to have them respond, "That is too hot," or, they will say, “I only taste the alcohol." Unfortunately

Big Moustache Tennessee Whiskey Review

A review of Big Moustache Tennessee Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
In preparation for my Big Moustache Tennessee Whiskey review, I was still determining what to expect. I have never seen these bottles in stores where I live in metropolitan Atlanta. In fact, I had yet...

What is Blended Whiskey (Bourbon)? A Quick Reference Guide

Written by Mark Pringle
A blended whiskey or bourbon is an artfully crafted result of mixing different types of whiskeys. Often, crafters experienced in the art of blending will mix different aged and/or different quality wh

Palmer's Stretch Rye Whiskey Review

A review of Palmer's Stretch Rye Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
The Nose The nose of Palmer's Stretch Rye Whiskey starts with a delightful buttery brown sugar (toffee) aroma. Any ethanol you smell is almost imperceptible. After those initial notes, pepper a...

What Makes Bourbon Unique and What are the Different Types of Bourbon?

Generally speaking, bourbon is a type of whiskey that can only be made in America, its territories, and the District of Columbia. It dates back to 1700 and 1800 when Irish, European, and some Scot

Thirteenth Colony Southern Rye Whiskey Review (First Pour)

A review of Thirteenth Colony Rye Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
As soon as I opened the Thirteenth Colony Southern Rye Whiskey bottle, I immediately smelled rich caramel; but once I got deep into the nosing, it had an almost fruity, minty, rye spice aroma. Pha...

Few Straight Rye Whiskey Review

A review of FEW Rye written by Mark Pringle
Every once in a while, you stumble upon a fabulous whiskey that exceeds your expectations. That is the case with Few Straight Rye Whiskey. Sadly, Few Spirits is not a very visible brand in Georgia, wh...

Buzzard’s Roost Barrel Strength Straight Bourbon Review

A review of Buzzard's Roost Barrel Strength Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
A review of Buzzard’s Roost Barrel Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This 114.4 proof blend of 4 to 6-year-old MGP whiskeys is an aggressive bourbon. The sample was provided cour...

Is Selling Bourbon Illegal? No, But...

Written by Mark Pringle
Deep within the catacombs of social network bourbon groups and the recesses of secondary bourbon markets, you will find individuals who are attempting to sell individual bottles of hard-to-find bourbo