The People's Bourbon Review

The 5 Best Ways to Drink Bourbon (Pros and Cons) for Beginners

There are many ways to drink bourbon, and there may be no one way that is “the best,” considering everyone has a personal preference. With that in mind, what are the standard and most popu

Blackened X Willett Straight Rye Finished in Madeira Casks Review

Blackened X Willett Straight Rye is a straight rye finished in Madeira Casks. This is an easy-going and sweet rye that is distilled and aged by Willet Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky. It is bottled ...

Larceny Barrel Proof B521 Review

Larceny Barrel Proof B521 is an exceptional wheated whiskey and is one of the best pours of 2021. Heaven Hill rarely disappoints these days with this bold whiskey. Let’s review Batch B521. ...

Castle & Key Small Batch Straight Bourbon Quick Review

With Castle & Key Small Batch Straight Bourbon, the nose opens up very light sweet honey and fresh fruit (green apple), and then the oak takes over. It is a light oak that does not last very long....

George Remus Bourbon Quick Review and Tasting Notes

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...

What Makes Blanton's Bourbon So Special? Is it Worth the Hype?

Blanton's has been around since the 1980s but has become truly popular in the last decade. If you are a whiskey enthusiast or even a fringe bourbon lover, then you know that Blanton's is one o

Very Strong Black Pepper and Anticipating a Store Pick

I'm not sure if my review reflects my anticipation of this Rebel Cask Strength Single Barrel or not, but I tasted a distillery sample a few months before this was released. Frankly, it was on...

Wild Turkey 101 vs. Early Times Bottled in Bond: Which One is Better?

Wild Turkey 101 and Early Times Bottled in Bond (Brown-Forman version) seem to be the quintessential entry-level bourbons. In fact, if you take a poll on any social media bourbon group of good bourbon

Tips for Healthy Whiskey Drinking: How to Be a Bourbon Enthusiast and Stay Healthy

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

Ry3 Whiskey Cask Strength Rum Cask Finish Rye Review

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...

George Dickel Single Barrel 15 Year is a Unique and Strange Pour

I must admit that the first time I tried this George Dickel Single Barrel 15-year whiskey, I thought it was one of the most unique and strange pours of the year (unique is not always good). However, I...

Five Things All Bourbon Enthusiasts Should Do to Stay Healthy

Are you an avid bourbon enthusiast who frequently drinks? If so, there are a few things you should routinely do to stay healthy while enjoying your bourbon lifestyle. I love to drink moderatel