The People's Bourbon Review

1792 Sweet Wheat Brief Review

1792 Sweet Wheat was a very difficult find here in the state of Georgia. Once I found it, I paid more than I should have. That expenditure is a little disappointing because Sweet Wheat definitely does...

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

The Difference Between Straight Bourbon and Bourbon Whiskey

What is the difference between Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Bourbon Whiskey? The difference is minimal. However, let's list some similarities before we get into the differences. Bourbon Whisk

Four Roses Small Batch Select Review

The accolades of Four Roses Small Batch Select have been many over the past few years. Because of this, I expected a little more from it based on this, some of the reviews, and the fact that it&#...

Shortbarrel "The Bee's Knees" Finished in Honey Barrels

Being a metropolitan Atlanta resident for more than the past 30 years, I was excited to see this Shortbarrel “The Bee’s Knees” release from a local company. When it was relea...

Doc Holliday 8-year Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

I will not mince any words here; Doc Holliday 8-year Straight Bourbon Whiskey provides a fantastic high-proof tasting experience. Rarely do I start bourbon reviews by saying that, but this is worthy o...

Ranking The Best Bourbon Bottle Designs

There is beauty in nature and another in art. There is still another kind of beauty where art, utility, function, and engineering come into play. That is where creative and artful bourbon bottle desig

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

A Review of Old Forester 1897 Bottled in Bond

It’s so strange that this is my first review of Old Forester 1897 Bottled in Bond. I’ve had this bottle for a while, and I thought I had reviewed it previously, but I guess I was wrong.&nb...

The Best Bourbons Under $60 to Start Your Collection

If you ask ten bourbon enthusiasts with a wide range of bourbon-tasting experiences for their best bourbons under $60, all lists will likely differ. However, a few bourbons on my list will undoubtedly

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...

Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon Review (First Pour)

Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel is a prototypical Wild Turkey profile when all is said and done.  The Nose Initially, there was a little bit of cherry, honey, and vanilla on the n...