The People's Bourbon Review

How to Train Your Palate to Review Bourbons and Write Tasting Notes

Written by Mark Pringle
When I began this journey into the bourbon and whiskey world, I marveled at how bourbon enthusiasts could pick out sophisticated notes in bourbon and other American whiskeys. In fact, I still marvel a

Blade and Bow Review: Is it a Good Whiskey?

A review of Blade and Bow Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Nose The initial nose of Blade and Bow is mild ethanol with what seems to be a little bit of rye spice beneath the ethanol. After pouring the bourbon, you need to let the glass sit for a minute or ...

Ranking Old Forester Whiskeys. Which is the Best?

Written by Mark Pringle
I am almost reluctant to provide a ranking of Old Forester whiskeys for fear of drawing too much attention to this fabulous line of bourbons. Old Forester produces such rich and high-quality whiskeys

Old Forester Statesman Quick Review

A review of Old Forester Statesman written by Mark Pringle
Old Forester Statesman starts with a nose that is a little buttery with mild traditional bourbon notes. It has almost a sweet fruitiness layered on top of the other notes, although I can’t disti...

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

Wow! ASW Fiddler Georgia Heartwood is Sensational

A review of ASW Fiddler Georgia Heartwood written by Mark Pringle
This ASW Fiddler Georgia Heartwood took me by surprise and on a sensational flavor ride. I had seen ASW Distillery's whiskeys on the shelves many times in the Georgia area, but I hadn't paid m...

Blackened Rye The Lightning Double Cask Finished Rye Whiskey Review

A review of Blackened Rye The Lightning Double Cask Finished Rye Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
Blackened "Rye The Lightning" Double Cask Finished Rye is a very good and unique expression. It is very unusual to find a 90-proof rye whiskey finished in Madeira wine and Caribbea...

Coopers' Craft Barrel Reserve Bourbon 100 Proof Review

A review of Coopers' Craft Barrel Reserve Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Coopers' Craft Barrel Reserve Bourbon 100 Proof is a surprisingly good bourbon at around 30 bucks. Once this bottle is given time to open up, it blossoms great nose, palate, and finish.  ...

J.W. Kelly Old Milford Single Barrel Select Bourbon Review

A review of J.W. Kelly Old Milford Single Barrel Select Bourbon Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
J.W. Kelly and Co. Old Milford Single Barrel Select Double Oaked Bourbon is a surprisingly delightful tasting experience that deserves to be on your radar, especially at the $49.99 price point. The bo...

Ways To Make Your Whiskey Taste Better

There are several ways to enhance the flavor of your whiskey. First, consider using a whiskey glass with a tulip shape to concentrate the aroma. Allow the whiskey to breathe for a few minutes afte

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

You Will Not Find a Better Sweet Bourbon than OF1910

A review of Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky written by Mark Pringle
Old Forester 1910 is oaky, sweet, caramel goodness that should be at the top of your list if you like bourbons on the sweeter end of the spectrum. Everything about this whiskey is thick and rich. You ...