The People's Bourbon Review

Pinhook Bourbon War 7 Year True Single Barrel Vertical Series

A review of Pinhook Bourbon War 7 Year True Single Barrel Vertical Series written by Mark Pringle
The Pinhook Bourbon War 7-Year True Single Barrel Vertical Series has been a pleasure to follow thus far. The Vertical Series follows a group of MGP bourbon barrels aged four to twelve years...

Pours 1 and 2 of Barrell Bourbon Batch 26

A review of Barrell Bourbon Batch 26 written by Mark Pringle
Pour 1 The first thing you notice on the nose is the smell of Rye and nothing else. I didn’t take a drink and just let it sit for a minute or so and then nosed it again. There was a fruitines...

Chattanooga Whiskey Founder's 10th Anniversary Blend Review

A review of Chattanooga Whiskey Founder's 10th Anniversary Blend written by Mark Pringle
This review is a brief follow-up of Chattanooga Whiskey Founder's 10th Anniversary Blend 100 proof. In my "First Pour," I mentioned some of the unevenness of this bourbon; well, it has e...

Doc Holliday 8-year Straight Bourbon Whiskey Review

A review of 8 YO Doc Holliday Straight Bourbon Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
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...

What is Blended Whiskey (Bourbon)? A Quick Reference Guide

Written by Mark Pringle
A blended whiskey or bourbon is an artfully crafted result of mixing different types of whiskeys. Often, crafters experienced in the art of blending will mix different aged and/or different quality wh

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

Written by Mark Pringle
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

Seven Things that Can Negatively Impact the Taste of Bourbon or Other Whiskeys

Written by Mark Pringle
Bourbon enthusiasts and those new to the bourbon-tasting experience want to enjoy their whiskeys to the fullest. With that in mind, it is essential to understand what things can adversely influence bo

Five Things All Bourbon Enthusiasts Should Do to Stay Healthy

Written by Mark Pringle
Are you an avid bourbon enthusiast who frequently drinks? If so, there are a few things you should routinely do to stay healthy while enjoying your bourbon lifestyle. I love to drink moderatel

Barrell Dovetail, An Exceptional Whiskey

A review of Barrell Dovetail written by Mark Pringle
This review is based on the remaining 1/4 of my bottle of Barrel Dovetail. I have to admit I am a little bit biased because I seem to gravitate to all of Barrell’s finished Whiskeys. Doveta...

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

Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon Packs a Punch

A review of Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
Old Forester Single Barrel Barrel Strength Bourbon certainly packs a heat and flavor punch. Yeah, this black pepper and creamy salted caramel heat needed time to open up. While not the highest proof I...

Templeton 10 Year Rye Review

A review of Templeton Rye 10 Year Whiskey written by Mark Pringle
You don't see 10-year ryes just sitting on the shelf too often with little attention or fanfare. However, that was the case with Templeton 10-Year Rye, at least here in Georgia. I noticed it at on...