The People's Bourbon Review

How to Drink Bourbon, America's Most Popular Spirit

Bourbon has become very popular, so popular that the United States Senate had September declared as a national heritage month for the drink. How you drink it is a simple matter of preference,

One of the Most Dependable Bourbons I Have Ever Tasted

Living in a country where it is a bit difficult to get good value for my favorite liquor, the first time I tasted Wild Turkey Rare Breed, my heart was stolen in a moment. Amazing aromas and ta...

Does Whiskey Oxidize? How Long is Bourbon Good Once Opened?

One of the most popular questions new bourbon enthusiasts ask is, "How fast will my bourbon oxidize once I open the bottle?" They are really asking, "How long is bourbon good for once o

Blue Run Spirits Whiskey Director, Shaylyn Gammon, Reflections On Her One-Year Anniversary

Shaylyn Gammon joined Blue Run Spirits as Whiskey Director on February 10, 2022. She came to the pandemic start-up whiskey company from Campari Group, where she led innovation projects on brands such

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

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

The Best Rye Whiskeys by Price and Value Right Now!

What are the best rye whiskeys to drink in 2022? Well, that depends on how much you want to spend. So, I have compiled a list of some of the best rye whiskeys by price and value. What is the best rye

Copper Tongue

Orange spice... hot on the front end.  A lot of alcohol.  Drinks much hotter than the 89.8 proof.  Missing the oak/caramel notes....

Old Forester Single Barrel 90 Proof Quick Review

I am an Old Forester guy through and through because their taste profile works well with my palate. So, when the Old Forester Single Barrel 90 Proof hit my area of Georgia, I was extremely excited. Th...

Coopers' Craft Barrel Reserve Bourbon 100 Proof Review

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.  ...

John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon - Slightly Fruity With Mild Caramel

John J. Bowman Single Barrel Bourbon has a slightly fruity and mild caramel nose with very little ethanol. In fact, it’s almost invisible to the nose. Unfortunately, any aroma that you sens...

J.W. Kelly & Co. Old Milford Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

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Willett Pot Still Reserve Bourbon Review

I had never reviewed or tasted Willett Pot Still Reserve previously. For years they always sourced their bourbon and, from my understanding, sourced from various locations. So, reviewing it would mean...