The People's Bourbon Review

Thirteenth Colony Double Oaked Bourbon Review

This purchase of Thirteenth Colony Double Oaked Bourbon was my first purchase in over a month, and it was impromptu. I promised myself I would not make any more impromptu purchases, but then I sa...

RY3 16 Year Old Single Barrel Cask Strength Light Whiskey Review

Oh yeah, RY3 16-Year-Old Single Barrel Cask Strength Light Whiskey Limited Edition is a must-purchase for any whiskey lover who enjoys a nice dose of sweet heat.  Nose The nose of RY3 1...

Battle of the Oak-Centric Bourbons: Barrel Vantage vs. 2XO The Phoenix Blend

In the months prior to this writing, I was exposed to two very good oak-dominant bourbons: Barrell Vantage and 2XO - The Phoenix Blend. After letting the most recent purchase of 2XO open up a bit, I

What Does Bottled-in-Bond Mean as it Relates to Bourbon?

When shopping for spirits, it is difficult to know what is quality bourbon. One way to narrow the field is to look for the designation "Bottled-in-Bond" on the label. Unlike the typical w

How to Drink Bourbon So That You Enjoy It

I can’t tell you how often I have shared bourbon with friends only to have them respond, "That is too hot," or, they will say, “I only taste the alcohol." Unfortunately

What is the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and What are the Stops on the Trail?

The Kentucky Bourbons Trail, popularly known as the Bourbon Trail, is a collection of 18 distillers located in and around Louisville. The trial was launched in 1999 by the Kentucky Distiller Asso

Lost Lantern Mega Mesquite Whiskey Del Bac Arizona Single Malt Review

Lost Lantern Mega Mesquite Whiskey Del Bac Arizona Single Malt is a wonderfully rich and savory-tasting experience. With a mash bill of 60% unsmoked malted barley and 40% mesquited malted barley, this...

Barrell Rye Batch 4 Review (First Pour)

There’s nothing like opening a new bottle and having that fabulous breath of whiskey permeating your bar. This was certainly the case with Barrell Rye Batch 4, 5.5 Years, another great Barrell C...

Redwood Empire Rocket Top Straight Rye Whiskey Review

This is a review of Redwood Empire Rocket Top Straight Rye Whiskey batch 002. Batch 2 is a 100-proof Bottled-in-Bond rye with a mash bill of 87% rye, 5% wheat, 5% malted barley, and 3% corn.  ...

Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond Review

A quick review of Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond. How does this 7-year bottled-in-bond bourbon stack up? Let's see.  ...

Review of Robert Mondavi Private Selection Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet

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.

Noble Oak Double Oak Bourbon Review

The nose of Noble Oak Double Oak Bourbon finished with sherry oak staves, is very light and airy with traditional bourbon notes combined with sweet raisins, dried fruits, and oak mixture on the nose. ...