The People's Bourbon Review

A Delectably Sweet, Thick, and Spicy Maple Experience

A review of Angel's Envy Rye Finished in Rum Barrels written by Mark Pringle
Sweet, thick, spicy, maple flavor. While I was very hesitant to spend a premium price on something I have never tasted, the reviews and personal recommendations caused me to pull the trigger; and boy ...

Seven Things that Can Negatively Impact the Taste of Bourbon or Other Whiskeys

Written by Mark Pringle
Bourbon enthusiasts and those new to the bourbon-tasting experience want to enjoy their whiskeys to the fullest. With that in mind, it is essential to understand what things can adversely influence bo

Battle of the Oak-Centric Bourbons: Barrel Vantage vs. 2XO The Phoenix Blend

Written by Mark Pringle
In the months prior to this writing, I was exposed to two very good oak-dominant bourbons: Barrell Vantage and 2XO - The Phoenix Blend. After letting the most recent purchase of 2XO open up a bit, I

Mammoth Distilling Borrowed Time 12-Year Single Barrel Rye Review

A review of Mammoth Distilling Borrowed Time 12-Year Single Barrel Rye written by Mark Pringle
Mammoth Distilling Borrowed Time 12-Year Single Barrel Rye provides a delectable and sultry tasting experience. While the nose is somewhat mild, the velvety sweet-heat palate of this single barrel sto...

Henry McKenna 10 Year Review. Mild Notes Throughout.

A review of Henry McKenna 10 Year-Old Single Barrel Bottled in Bond written by Mark Pringle
Henry McKenna (10 year) Bottled in Bond Single Barrel has a little fruity spice in the nose but everything is mild. Mild ethanol. Mild spice. Many of the notes are imperceptible. However, I sense ligh...

Du Nord Mixed Blood Whiskey Review

A review of Du Nord Mixed Blood Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
Du Nord Mixed Blood Whiskey comes from a Minnesota Distillery that is self-described on its label as the first legal black-owned distillery. This whiskey was a little tricky to review because little i...

The Best Rye Whiskeys by Price and Value Right Now!

Written by Mark Pringle
What are the best rye whiskeys to drink in 2022? Well, that depends on how much you want to spend. So, I have compiled a list of some of the best rye whiskeys by price and value. What is the best rye

Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series Bottled-In-Bond Review

A review of Bardstown Origin Series Wheated Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
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Barrell Bourbon Private Release B30i, Heat, Spice and a Creamy Sweetness

A review of Barrell Bourbon Private Release written by Mark Pringle
I don't know if I've ever had a straight Bourbon with an initial nose of pear, but here it is. Barrell typically has the "Midas Touch", but this Barrell Bourbon Private Release is sl...

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

What is Bourbon and What Can You Use it for Other than Drinking?

Bourbon is a kind of American whiskey made from corn. Many are uncertain whether whiskey is a Bourbon or not, but the logic is that it needs to be distilled from a blend of grains with at least 51

Joe Got a Gun Tennessee Whiskey Single Barrel Review

A review of Joe Got a Gun Tennessee Whiskey Single Barrel written by Mark Pringle
Joe Got a Gun Tennessee Whiskey Single Barrel Review. What a cool name for this single-barrel whiskey.  Nose The nose is creamy, rich, and buttery. This appealing aroma is evident as so...