The People's Bourbon Review

Old Forester Rye 100 Proof Review

A review of Old Forester Rye written by Mark Pringle
It is almost embarrassing that Old Forester produces a rye at this price point that is better than most of the ryes at the double this retail price. Frankly, I do not think you will find a rye under $...

What is the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and What are the Stops on the Trail?

The Kentucky Bourbons Trail, popularly known as the Bourbon Trail, is a collection of 18 distillers located in and around Louisville. The trial was launched in 1999 by the Kentucky Distiller Asso

High n' Wicked The Judge 14-Year Straight Bourbon Review

A review of High n' Wicked The Judge 14-Year Straight Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
A review of High N Wicked The Judge 14-Year Straight Bourbon finished in Hungarian Tokaji Barrels. Sometimes, an impromptu bourbon purchase can be a spectacular winner. That is the case with High N...

Lost Lantern Desert Dessert Whiskey Del Bac Arizona Single Malt Review

A review of Lost Lantern "Desert Dessert" Whiskey Del Bac Arizona Single Malt written by Mark Pringle
I must start this review by saying I have limited experience with single-malt whiskeys. However, I will do my best to share my tasting notes in this Lost Lantern Desert Dessert Whiskey Del Bac Arizona...

Yellowstone Hand-Picked Collection Single Barrel is Weird. I Like Weird

A review of Yellowstone Hand Picked Collection Single Barrel written by Mark Pringle
Yellowstone Hand-Picked Collection Single Barrel is another bourbon that I did not care for on its initial pour, but I let it get past the neck and sit for a couple of months. I must admit that&n...

What is Craft Distilling?

There has been a lot of controversy concerning the definition of the term craft distilling. But in simple terms, it means a small establishment that makes different spirits or alcohol in relative

Pinhook Bourbon War 7 Year True Single Barrel Vertical Series

A review of Pinhook Bourbon War 7 Year True Single Barrel Vertical Series written by Mark Pringle
The Pinhook Bourbon War 7-Year True Single Barrel Vertical Series has been a pleasure to follow thus far. The Vertical Series follows a group of MGP bourbon barrels aged four to twelve years...

Kings County Peated Bourbon Review

A review of Kings County Peated Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
I'm figuring out where to begin with this surprisingly excellent Kings County Peated Bourbon. I use the word "surprisingly" because I have never been a huge Scotch fan or lover of peat. ...

Are Glencairns the Best Glasses for Drinking Bourbon?

Glencairn glasses are generally considered to be some of the best glasses for drinking bourbon. They are specifically designed to enhance the aroma and flavor of whisky, allowing the drinker to fu

Ry3 Whiskey Cask Strength Rum Cask Finish Rye Review

A review of Ry3 Cask Strength Rye Rum Cask Finish written by Mark Pringle
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...

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

Does Bourbon Have to be Made in Kentucky to be Called Bourbon?

Some may claim that "Kentucky Bourbon is the one and only Bourbon" and that one cannot truly create Bourbon outside of Kentucky because of Kentucky's unique mixture of barrels and t