The People's Bourbon Review

A Unique Blend: Barrell Private Release Whiskey AJP6 (Cognac Park XO Cask)

I have to admit; I have not been much of a fan of cognac-finished whiskeys. However, I knew it would be a little different when I nosed this Barrell Private Release Whiskey AJP6 (Cognac Park XO Cask)....

Barrell Bourbon Batch 35 Review (First Pour)

I do not hide that I am a Barrell Craft Spirits fan. So, I was eagerly anticipating this review of Barrell Bourbon Batch 35. It is a blend of straight bourbon whiskeys distilled and aged in TN, KY, an...

Quick Review of Ezra Brooks Cask Strength Single Barrel Bourbon

Nose Fascinating, this is an Ezra Brooks Cask Strength Single Barrel Bourbon, but when I opened the bottle, there was little to nothing on the nose. Virtually no aroma. Even after letting it si...

Frank August Small Batch Bourbon (First Pour)

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 ...

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

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

Maker's Mark FAE-02 Review and FAE-01 Comparison

Oh boy, I have been waiting for Maker’s Mark FAE-02 because of my extraordinary experience with the previous release. Finally, it is here! This neck pour of FAE-02 is good but not as good...

Buzzard’s Roost Barrel Strength Straight Bourbon Review

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...

Ways To Make Your Whiskey Taste Better

There are several ways to enhance the flavor of your whiskey. First, consider using a whiskey glass with a tulip shape to concentrate the aroma. Allow the whiskey to breathe for a few minutes afte

Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon Packs a Punch

Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon certainly packs a heat and flavor punch. Yeah, this black pepper and creamy salted caramel heat needed time to open up. While not the highest proof I...

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'

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

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

How to Train Your Palate to Review Bourbons and Write Tasting Notes

When I began this journey into the bourbon and whiskey world, I marveled at how bourbon enthusiasts could pick out sophisticated notes in bourbon and other American whiskeys. In fact, I still marvel a