The People's Bourbon Review

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...

Stellum Rye Rigel Single Barrel Review

This is a quick, fresh crack review of Stellum Rye Rigel Single Barrel. Rigel is a selection distilled in Indiana (MGP) and chosen in the Summer and Autumn of 2021.  This 95% Rye and...

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

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

What Beginning Bourbon Drinkers Need to Know (Learn From My Experience)

If you are new to this bourbon game, no doubt you find it an exhilarating hobby. However, you may have also realized that it can be a money pit. To help alleviate some of the pain newbies can experien

Creamy Sweetness and Oak Dominate Pinhook Bourbon Heist

The first thing you notice on the nose of Pinhook Bourbon Heist is a very mild oak. After that, you get a little bit of vanilla and orange mixed in it. Virtually no ethanol. Gentle oak returns at the ...

Stellum Serpens Single Barrel Rye Review

Nose The nose of Stellum Serpens Single Barrel Rye starts very rye-forward with mild cinnamon, but after some time and after taking a few sips, a very creamy caramel green apple and molasses co...

Four Roses Small Batch Select Review

The accolades of Four Roses Small Batch Select have been many over the past few years. Because of this, I expected a little more from it based on this, some of the reviews, and the fact that it&#...

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

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

The Top 10 Terms Every New Bourbon Enthusiast Should Know

Bourbon is one of the United States’ finest contributions to the world of whiskeys. Legally, bourbon mash must have at least 51% corn and undergo aging in a new charred oak barrel. Regardless of

1792 Sweet Wheat Brief Review

1792 Sweet Wheat was a very difficult find here in the state of Georgia. Once I found it, I paid more than I should have. That expenditure is a little disappointing because Sweet Wheat definitely does...

John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon - Slightly Fruity With Mild Caramel

John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon has a slightly fruity and mild caramel nose with very little ethanol. In fact, it’s almost invisible to the nose. Unfortunately, any aroma that you sens...