Recent Bourbon Articles
Sour Mash Explained: What It Really Means in Bourbon
Pick up a bottle of Jim Beam, Wild Turkey, Maker's Mark, or just about any other bourbon off the shelf and there's a near-certain chance it was made using sour mash. The same goes for Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey, which plasters the term right on its label. And yet, for all its ubiquity, "sour m
Skip Pricey Bourbons — Unless It's One of These 8
Avoid All Expensive Bourbon Brands, Except These 8 Many people enjoy sipping bourbon after a long day or celebrating with friends for its unique aroma, taste, relaxing effects, and the tradition and craftsmanship involved in creating it. However, the best bourbons are often very expensiv
Koopers Whiskey Debuts Texas-Grown Oak Finished Bourbon
There's a new bottle coming out of a small town in Texas, and it's about to test just how much the wood really matters when it comes to bourbon. Koopers Whiskey , the family-owned outfit based in Ledbetter, is putting out a limited release called Texas Oak Bourbon , and it's doing something most
Hidden Gem Bourbons Worth Adding to Your Shelf
7 Overlooked Bourbons You Should Pick Up Now Some bourbons quietly shine amidst the clamor of popular brands, overlooked by many enthusiasts who gravitate towards more prominent labels. These hidden gems often offer exceptional quality and character, yet remain undiscovered by the masses
Bourbon Bottles You'll Find Everywhere
Bourbons You Can Find Practically Everywhere I have lived in a variety of places but being from the US I like to know what bourbon I can get my hands on for not too much money. It can be a challenge to find good bourbon in some countries so this list I will try to stick to what is most w
Bourbon Barrel Picks Worth Seeking Out
Try These 10 Bourbon Barrel Picks Bourbon barrel picks or single cask bottlings are unique expressions of the whiskey craft, showcasing the artistry of individual casks and the influence of various aging conditions. These offerings are selected by experts who carefully sample and choose
How Canada's Bourbon Ban Became a Trade War Weapon
Kentucky to Canada: How the Great Booze Ban Became a Bargaining Chip in the Most Consequential Trade Fight in a Generation For American bourbon and whiskey producers, Canada has long been more than a neighbor — it has been a lifeline. Millions of cases of Tennessee whiskey, Kentucky bourbon, and c
Bourbon Bottles Worth Buying, According to Experts
Experts Share 10 Bourbon Picks Are you in the market for your next purchase? Explore our carefully curated list of the top 10 bourbon whiskeys, each highly rated by critics and enthusiasts alike. These selections have been ranked based on the latest data from a renowned wine and spirits
Bartenders Name the Most Underrated Bourbons to Try
20 Bartenders Pick the Most Underrated Bourbon In the ever-expanding world of bourbon, discerning true quality amidst the plethora of options can be a challenge. As popularity surges, so does the diversity of choices, making it difficult to distinguish between genuine excellence and mere
Does Your Bourbon's Warehouse Actually Matter?
Does Your Bourbon's Warehouse Actually Matter? Picture this: two bottles of bourbon, same distillery, same mashbill, same recipe, aged the same number of years. You pour them side by side, take a sip of each, and — wait, what? They taste completely different. One is rich and dark with deep oak and