The People's Bourbon Review

Axe and the Oak Cask Strength

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A Unique Blend: Barrell Private Release Whiskey AJP6 (Cognac Park XO Cask)

I have to admit; I have not been much of a fan of cognac-finished whiskeys. However, I knew it would be a little different when I nosed this Barrell Private Release Whiskey AJP6 (Cognac Park XO Cask)....

What Gives Bourbon Its Oily, Buttery, or Creamy Texture?

If you are a neat-drinking bourbon enthusiast, you may have noticed that some bourbons have an oily texture. This is not a quality that all bourbons possess, but it is a highly sought-after trait

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

Barrell Bourbon Batch 33 Review. Yes!

Barrell Bourbon Batch 33 review. Barrell has upped their straight bourbon game, at least for my palate. Admittedly, I am a huge Barrell fan, but I have not been overly enthusiastic about Bar...

Available everywhere and often overlooked - UN 1856

Uncle Nearest 1856 100 proof No mashbill or age statement provided Color: Golden Amber Uncle Nearest has an amazing back story and has become one of the most awarded whiskies over the past...

Barrell Bourbon Batch 26 Quick Review

The nose of Barrell Bourbon Batch 26 starts off with mild ethanol. That is all I am getting on the nose initially. This palate is a little different on the nose than most Barrell products in that...

Characteristics of a Bourbon Enthusiast. Who are these Lovers of Bourbon?

Bourbon, America’s native whiskey, has enjoyed a surge in popularity over the last few decades. Primarily a product of Kentucky, bourbon has become so popular that there are even undergraduate a

Barrell 7 Year Single Barrel Rye vs. Old Forester Single Barrel Rye: Which One is Better?

The Nose Initially, the aroma easily goes to Barrell 7 Year Single Barrel Rye. It is a sweet, decadent, candy-spice bomb. Barrell starts as a more complex experience than Old Forester

Du Nord Mixed Blood Whiskey Review

Du Nord Mixed Blood Whiskey comes from a Minnesota Distillery that is self-described on its label as the first legal black-owned distillery. This whiskey was a little tricky to review because little i...

NULU Toasted Small Batch Bourbon Review

Finally, NULU Toasted Small Batch Bourbon has reached the state of Georgia, where I live. I have to admit that I have only had a few great MGP sourced bourbons. I am hoping this is one of them.  ...

Ron Izalco 18 Year Old Cask Strength Rum Review

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.