The People's Bourbon Review

Barrell Whiskey Private Release DJX2 Finished in a Ruby Port Barrel Review

A first pour review of Barrell Whiskey Private Release DJX2 Finished in a Ruby Port Barrel. Oh, it's delectable! ...

James E. Pepper 1776 Bourbon Review: Surprisingly Good Taste

James E. Pepper 1776 Bourbon is a surprisingly tasty whiskey that has even more value when you factor in its low cost.  ...

Thirteenth Colony Double Oaked Bourbon Review

This purchase of Thirteenth Colony Double Oaked Bourbon was my first purchase in over a month, and it was impromptu. I promised myself I would not make any more impromptu purchases, but then I sa...

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

Ry3 Whiskey Cask Strength Rum Cask Finish Rye Review

Nose The nose of this Ry3 Whiskey Cask Strength Rum Cask Finish Rye begins very pleasant and mild, revealing a butteriness, golden raisins, ginger, and very soft cinnamon. As you go deeper into...

Stagg Jr. Batches, Release Dates, and Proofs

Buffalo Trace Distillery's Stagg (formerly Stagg Jr.) is one of the market's most popular and often allocated bourbons. This bold, uncut, and unfiltered whiskey is made from Buffalo Trace'

A Review of Old Forester 1897 Bottled in Bond

It’s so strange that this is my first review of Old Forester 1897 Bottled in Bond. I’ve had this bottle for a while, and I thought I had reviewed it previously, but I guess I was wrong.&nb...

Barrell Bourbon Batch 26 Quick Review

The nose of Barrell Bourbon Batch 26 starts off with mild ethanol. That is all I am getting on the nose initially. This palate is a little different on the nose than most Barrell products in that...

The Science Behind Why it is Bad to Drink Bourbon With Ice or Chilled

Is there a right or wrong way to enjoy a fantastic American whiskey? Many bourbon drinkers are adamant about chilling their whiskey by adding ice, using cold whiskey stones, or putting their bourbon i

Popular Cocktails for the Holidays

Many people choose to drink popular cocktails during the holidays as a way to relax, celebrate, or socialize with family and friends. It can be seen as a tradition or a way to enhance the festive spir

First Pour of Laws Bonded Centennial Straight Wheat Whiskey

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...

The History of Bourbon: The Quintessential American Spirit

Bourbon, the quintessential American spirit, has a rich history that dates back to the late 18th century. From its humble beginnings in Kentucky to its rise as a global phenomenon, bourbon has survive