The People's Bourbon Review

Chattanooga Whiskey Founder's 10th Anniversary Blend: First Pour Review

[Updated] Chattanooga Whiskey Founder's 10th Anniversary Blend begins with a wonderfully creamy dark caramel aroma with strong aged oak notes. The creaminess of the aroma is a clear reflection of ...

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

Old Ezra 7 is Good: A Spicy Rich Nose and Palate

This first pour of Lux Row Distillers' Old Ezra 7 is good. It has a rich nose and palate. Spicy, spicy, spicy, sweet, and rich traditional palate. It certainly drinks its 117 proof, so it’s ...

What Beginning Bourbon Drinkers Need to Know (Learn From My Experience)

If you are new to this bourbon game, no doubt you find it an exhilarating hobby. However, you may have also realized that it can be a money pit. To help alleviate some of the pain newbies can experien

Barrell Vantage Review: A Sultry First Pour

Barrell Vantage is a sultry bourbon that, as you get deeper into the tasting experience, starts to even out and becomes more and more enjoyable. So, don’t base your thoughts on the first pour. T...

Filmland Spirits Moonlight Mayhem Bourbon Review

I must admit that the cool packaging of Filmland Spirits Moonlight Mayhem Bourbon, specifically the B-movie labeling, got my attention from this new company and bourbon. I always love reviewing new pr...

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

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.

Old Forester Bourbon 86 Proof Review

Old Forester Kentucky Kentucky Street Bourbon 86 Proof opens up with a very light caramel aroma. After the caramel aroma comes another mild note, oak. You can also sense a little bit of ethanol, ...

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

Redwood Empire Lost Monarch Cask Strength Whiskey Review

Redwood Empire Lost Monarch Cask Strength Whiskey is a handcrafted whiskey that pays homage to California's natural beauty. The whiskey is named after the Lost Monarch, a giant redwood tree discov...

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...