The People's Bourbon Review

Axe and the Oak Cask Strength

A review of Axe and the Oak First Stake Cask Strength Bourbon Whiskey written by Scott Oby
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A Review of Old Forester 1897 Bottled in Bond

A review of Old Forester 1897 Bottled in Bond written by Mark Pringle
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...

Barrell Bourbon New Year 2024 Review (First Pour)

A review of Barrell Bourbon New Year 2024 written by Mark Pringle
Barrell Bourbon New Year 2024 is the latest edition of Barrell Craft Spirits limited yearly bourbon release. This remarkable bourbon is a blend of eight bourbons with twelve different ages. The result...

Ranking The Best Bourbon Bottle Designs

Written by Mark Pringle
There is beauty in nature and another in art. There is still another kind of beauty where art, utility, function, and engineering come into play. That is where creative and artful bourbon bottle desig

Are "Neck Pours" a Thing? Whiskey Perception or Reality?

Written by Mark Pringle
You may hear the phrase "neck pour" among whiskey enthusiasts. The phrase refers to the first one or two pours of a bottle of whiskey: typically coming from the bottle's neck. Som

Barrell Bourbon New Year 2023 Review

A review of Barrell Bourbon New Year 2023 written by Mark Pringle
If you are looking for a cozy holiday and winter-themed spicy bourbon, look no further than Barrell Bourbon New Year 2023. It is a tasting experience designed for the winter months and a relaxing fire...

Bardstown Bourbon Company Origin Series Bottled-In-Bond Review

A review of Bardstown Origin Series Wheated Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
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First Pour of Barrell Seagrass, Crazy!

A review of Barrell Seagrass written by Mark Pringle
There is nothing indifferent about Barrell Seagrass. At 118 proof this is exceptionally smooth with the only bite coming from the rye. It is a very easy drinker and one of the most interesting and eve...

Lost Lantern Gentle Giant Balcones Distilling Texas Single Malt Review

A review of Lost Lantern "Gentle Giant" Balcones Distilling Texas Single Malt written by Mark Pringle
Lost Lantern Gentle Giant Balcones Distilling Texas Single Malt is a marriage of five and a half casks that create a wonderfully savory and bold whiskey-tasting experience. This is a good American sin...

The History of Bourbon: The Quintessential American Spirit

Bourbon, the quintessential American spirit, has a rich history that dates back to the late 18th century. From its humble beginnings in Kentucky to its rise as a global phenomenon, bourbon has survive

Popular Cocktails for the Holidays

Many people choose to drink popular cocktails during the holidays as a way to relax, celebrate, or socialize with family and friends. It can be seen as a tradition or a way to enhance the festive spir

Stagg Jr. Batches, Release Dates, and Proofs

Written by Mark Pringle
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'