The People's Bourbon Review

The Whiskey Taster’s Flavor Guide

The Top 10 Terms Every New Bourbon Enthusiast Should Know

Bourbon is one of the United States’ finest contributions to the world of whiskeys. Legally, bourbon mash must have at least 51% corn and undergo aging in a new charred oak barrel. Regardless of

Smoke Wagon Bottled in Bond Rye Review

A review of Smoke Wagon Bottled In Bond Straight Rye Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
Smoke Wagon Bottled in Bond Rye is a whiskey distilled by MGP in Indiana but aged and bottled by the Nevada H&C Distilling Company of Las Vegas. This rye whiskey has a mash bill of 51% rye an...

What Makes Bourbon Unique and What are the Different Types of Bourbon?

Generally speaking, bourbon is a type of whiskey that can only be made in America, its territories, and the District of Columbia. It dates back to 1700 and 1800 when Irish, European, and some Scot

Ron Izalco 18 Year Old Cask Strength Rum Review

Written by Mark Pringle
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. 

Midwest Grain Products (MGP) and Its Influence in the Bourbon and Whiskey World

Written by Mark Pringle
It is well known within the whiskey community that many "distilleries" buy their whiskeys from the same source. This fact may come as a surprise to many new to the bourbon and rye world beca

Frank August Small Batch Bourbon (First Pour)

A review of Frank August Small Batch Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Frank August Small Batch Bourbon has been a mystery. There wasn't much information online about this bourbon, the distillate source, or the company. I saw it online at Seelbach's, but it sold ...

Bespoken Spirits Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

A review of Bespoken Spirits Straight Bourbon Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
Bespoken Spirits Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a complex and unique tasting experience. There are many layers and notes on both the nose and palate of this bourbon. But in the end, does it tas...

Boring Widow Jane Lucky Thirteen Falls Short

A review of Widow Jane Lucky 13 written by Mark Pringle
Widow Jane Lucky Thirteen, 13 Year Bourbon, had been on my radar for a while; however, it had been a problematic find here in the Atlanta, Georgia, area. Nevertheless, I stopped into one of my local p...

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

A review of Chattanooga Whiskey Founder's 10th Anniversary Blend written by Mark Pringle
[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 ...

Barrell Bourbon Batch 26 Quick Review

A review of Barrell Bourbon Batch 26 written by Mark Pringle
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...

Ranking My Favorite Barrell Craft Spirits Whiskeys. The Best Barrell Bourbons and Whiskeys

Written by Mark Pringle
It is no secret to those who know me that I am a huge Barrell Craft Spirits whiskey fan. I focus so much on their products in various social network forums that people think I work for them or that I

Pursuit United Straight Rye Whiskey Review

A review of Pursuit United Blended Straight Rye written by Mark Pringle
Pursuit United Straight Rye Whiskey is a fascinating blend of three straight rye whiskeys sourced from Bardstown Bourbon Company and Sagamore Spirits. Coming in at 108 proof, this is an earthy and min...