The People's Bourbon Review

Few Straight Rye Whiskey Review

A review of FEW Rye written by Mark Pringle
Every once in a while, you stumble upon a fabulous whiskey that exceeds your expectations. That is the case with Few Straight Rye Whiskey. Sadly, Few Spirits is not a very visible brand in Georgia, wh...

Pinhook Bourbon War 6 Year Vertical Series Revisited

A review of Pinhook Bourbon War 6 Year Vertical Series written by Mark Pringle
I am so glad I revisited Pinhook Bourbon War 6 Year Vertical Series after my initial neck pour tasting. It is much better the second time around. Evidently, the Vertical Series began in 2019...

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

What Gives Bourbon Its Oily, Buttery, or Creamy Texture?

Written by Mark Pringle
If you are a neat-drinking bourbon enthusiast, you may have noticed that some bourbons have an oily texture. This is not a quality that all bourbons possess, but it is a highly sought-after trait

What Makes Bourbon Unique and What are the Different Types of Bourbon?

Generally speaking, bourbon is a type of whiskey that can only be made in America, its territories, and the District of Columbia. It dates back to 1700 and 1800 when Irish, European, and some Scot

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...

Quick Notes on Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 9 Year Bourbon

A review of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 9 Year Bourbon (Spring 2020) written by Mark Pringle
The Nose Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond 9 Year Bourbon starts its adventure with a creamy, sweet, and spicy decadent nose. There is a cascade of burnt caramel or crème brûl&ea...

Review of Robert Mondavi Private Selection Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet

Written by Mark Pringle
This brief review of Robert Mondavi Private Selection Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Red Wine is unusual for me. It's my first review of wine, even though I've been a red wine drinker for years.

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

George Remus Bourbon Quick Review and Tasting Notes

A review of George Remus Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
George Remus Bourbon was not a bourbon that was on my radar to review. However, I had to purchase it to get Remus Repeal Reserve V, which was excellent. So, this has been sitting in my cabinet for mon...

Pursuit United Straight Rye Whiskey Review

A review of Pursuit United Blended Straight Rye written by Mark Pringle
Pursuit United Straight Rye Whiskey is a fascinating blend of three straight rye whiskeys sourced from Bardstown Bourbon Company and Sagamore Spirits. Coming in at 108 proof, this is an earthy and min...

Quick Review of ASW Druid Hill Irish-Style Whiskey

A review of ASW Druid Hill Irish-Style Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
I experienced this ASW Druid Hills Irish-Style Whiskey at a friend’s house. It was the first time I’ve had any heavy barley stuff in a while. Surprisingly, it was a much better experi...