The People's Bourbon Review

How to Host a Bourbon Tasting Event for Friends

Written by Mark Pringle
Bourbon is to be enjoyed with friends. When you combine friendship with a bourbon tasting, you create a memorable experience. However, what is the best way to host a bourbon-tasting event? What does a

You Will Not Find a Better Sweet Bourbon than OF1910

A review of Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Whisky written by Mark Pringle
Old Forester 1910 is oaky, sweet, caramel goodness that should be at the top of your list if you like bourbons on the sweeter end of the spectrum. Everything about this whiskey is thick and rich. You ...

Barrell Rye Private Release 1M20 Finished in a Madeira Barrel Review

A review of Barrell Rye Private Release 1M20 (Madeira Barrel) written by Mark Pringle
As soon as I heard about the release of Barrell Rye Private Release 1M20 Finished in a Madeira Barrel, I went directly to the Barrel Craft Spirits Barcart to purchase a bottle. You have to understand ...

Wilderness Trail Family Reserve Single Barrel Bourbon Review

A review of Wilderness Trail Family Reserve Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
This review of the 64% corn, 24% rye, and 12% malted barley Wilderness Trail Family Reserve Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon is long overdue. Now, I start with the mash bill because it's cr...

What Makes Blanton's Bourbon So Special? Is it Worth the Hype?

Blanton's has been around since the 1980s but has become truly popular in the last decade. If you are a whiskey enthusiast or even a fringe bourbon lover, then you know that Blanton's is one o

The Infinity Bottle: What are the Types of Infinity Bottles and How Do You Make One?

Written by Mark Pringle
An infinity bottle is a bottle of whiskey that is uniquely crafted and blended from other various bottles of bourbon, rye, or other whiskeys. Whiskey Infinity Decanter The Process Get

The Difference Between Straight Bourbon and Bourbon Whiskey

Written by Mark Pringle
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

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...

Tips for Healthy Whiskey Drinking: How to Be a Bourbon Enthusiast and Stay Healthy

Written by Mark Pringle
Experiencing bourbons and other whiskeys is an enjoyable pastime. However, whether you are a seasoned bourbon enthusiast or someone new to the bourbon-drinking club, it is essential to know how to dri

A Decadent and Lusciously Caramelized Work of Art

A review of Maker's Mark FAE-01 2021 Limited Release written by Mark Pringle
Maker's Mark FAE 01 was very good from the initial pour. I had been sitting on this bottle for a while. However, after tasting it, I knew I had waited way too long to open this self-indulgent...

Old Forester Bourbon 86 Proof Review

A review of Old Forester 86 Kentucky Straight Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
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, ...

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

A review of Old Ezra 7 Year Barrel Strength Bourbon written by Mark Pringle
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 ...