The People's Bourbon Review

What is Bourbon and What Can You Use it for Other than Drinking?

Bourbon is a kind of American whiskey made from corn. Many are uncertain whether whiskey is a Bourbon or not, but the logic is that it needs to be distilled from a blend of grains with at least 51

Best Value in Bourbon

A review of Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon Barrel Proof written by Jason Blanchard
Rare Breed is just amazing.  I often find myself comparing every barrel-proof bourbon to this staple of Wild Turkey's line of offerings.  The nose is a perfect blend of sweet and spicy, ...

Art of Alchemy Blended Straight Whiskies Blend 1 Review (First Pour)

A review of Art of Alchemy Straight Whiskies Blend No. 1 written by Mark Pringle
Nose Art of Alchemy Blended Straight Whiskies Blend 1 starts with a surprisingly mild nose for a whiskey at an $89.99 price point. Initially, I can only pick up light brown sugar and a little e...

Stellum Black Bourbon Equinox Blend 1

A review of Stellum Black Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Barrell Craft Spirits (BCS) has done it again with their Stellum Black Bourbon Equinox Blend #1. This is a beautifully balanced (spicy and sweet) bourbon that provides a more complex tasting expe...

Rye Whiskey and Rye Bourbon: Is there a Difference?

“Rye whiskey” and “rye bourbon” are terms that often confuse people who are new to the whiskey world. A common misperception is that the two terms are synonymous. While both ry

What is Blended Whiskey (Bourbon)? A Quick Reference Guide

Written by Mark Pringle
A blended whiskey or bourbon is an artfully crafted result of mixing different types of whiskeys. Often, crafters experienced in the art of blending will mix different aged and/or different quality wh

Weller Antique 107 Review

A review of W.L. Weller Antique written by Mark Pringle
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Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon Packs a Punch

A review of Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon certainly packs a heat and flavor punch. Yeah, this black pepper and creamy salted caramel heat needed time to open up. While not the highest proof I...

Bulleit Bourbon Single Barrel, What a Pleasant Surprise!

A review of Bulleit Bourbon Single Barrel written by Mark Pringle
Well, this Bulleit Bourbon Single Barrel at 104 proof was a delightful surprise. Cinnamon spice dominates the palate and the nose, with a mild sweetness underneath. This is a nice spicy neat...

Larceny Barrel Proof Batch C922 Review (First Pour)

A review of Larceny Barrel Proof Batch C922 written by Mark Pringle
Larceny Barrel Proof never disappoints, and with a mash bill of 68% corn, 20% wheat, and 12% malted barley, Larceny Barrel Proof Batch C922 is no exception. As far as relatively available wheated bour...

Ron Izalco 18 Year Old Cask Strength Rum Review

Written by Mark Pringle
I must start by admitting that my knowledge and experience with rum are pretty limited. Having said that, Ron Izalco 18 Year Old Cask Strength Rum is the best rum I've experienced to date. 

Is Basil Hayden a Good Bourbon and Why is it So Popular?

Basil Hayden Bourbon is among the top 10 best-selling bourbons in the United States. Yes, you heard that right, Top 10! But is Basil Hayden Bourbon good? With its rich history, distinctive bottle desi