The People's Bourbon Review

The Whiskey Taster’s Flavor Guide

Broken Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon's Weird Profile Grows on You

A review of Broken Barrel Cask Strength Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Musty oak. That is the first thing I sense on the nose of Broken Barrel Limited Edition Cask Strength Bourbon, Batch 007. After a few seconds of sitting in the glass, a little bit of caramel intertwin...

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

Redwood Empire Whiskey Pipe Dream Cask Strength Bourbon Review

A review of Redwood Empire Whiskey Pipe Dream Bourbon Cask Strength written by Mark Pringle
...

Stellum Black Rye The Lone Cypress Review (First Pour)

A review of Stellum Black Rye The Lone Cypress written by Mark Pringle
This review of Stellum Black Rye The Lone Cypress is a first-pour review. I would love to know the mash bill of The Lone Cypress because the deeper you get into this tasting experience, the more this ...

Pursuit United Bourbon Finished with Toasted American and French Oak (First Pour)

A review of Pursuit United Blended Straight Bourbon (Toasted American and French Oak Finish) written by Mark Pringle
I have been anticipating this Pursuit United Bourbon Finished with Toasted American and French Oak review. When I was first exposed to Pursuit United’s Straight Bourbon, I was shocked by its won...

Five Things All Bourbon Enthusiasts Should Do to Stay Healthy

Written by Mark Pringle
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

The Best Words to Use When Describing Bourbon

Written by Mark Pringle
Bourbon enthusiasts are always looking for the right word to describe the nose (aroma), palate (taste), or finish (sensation after you have swallowed) of bourbon or other whiskeys. If you are not in t

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

Barrell Bourbon Batch 34 First Pour Review

A review of Barrell Bourbon Batch 34 written by Mark Pringle
It seems like a broken record, but Barrell Craft Spirits has done it again with Barrell Bourbon Batch 34. This blend of 6, 8, 10, and 15-year-old barrels has gone in a completely different direction t...

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...

Castle & Key Small Batch Straight Bourbon Quick Review

A review of Castle & Key Small Batch Straight Bourbon (Batch 1) written by Mark Pringle
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....