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5 Bourbons Smart Shoppers Hunt Down at Costco
5 Bourbons Smart Shoppers Hunt Down at Costco Although Costco is well-known for its affordable bulk purchases, the shop has also entered the luxury sector, selling things like a bottle of scotch at $30,000 and even a 54-year-old whiskey that costs more than certain cars in 2022. Fortunat
Blind Judges Built a Bourbon Hall of Fame
When it comes to bourbon, not every bottle makes the cut year after year. But the Beverage Testing Institute, a top-notch group that's been judging spirits blind for decades, just rolled out its first Bourbon Hall of Fame. These aren't one-hit wonders—they're the heavy hitters that rack up platinum
The 12 Bottles That Separate a Shelf from a Collection
The 12 Bottles That Separate a Shelf from a Collection As the new year approaches, many bourbon enthusiasts are preparing to welcome it with the rich and complex flavors of their favorite spirits. Bourbon, known for its warm and comforting notes, offers a perfect companion for celebratio
The Bourbon Bandit’s Secret List of 5 Rare Whiskeys
The Bourbon Bandit’s Secret List of 5 Rare Whiskeys Ok so there is a dude who’s basically living every whiskey lover’s dream. Chris Warrick, a regular guy who stumbled into the world of bourbon after a random distillery visit, has turned into a full-on whiskey hoarder—500 bottles strong!
Why a Tiny Airport Distillery Just Dropped the Strongest Bourbon You’ll Taste This Year
Out at Paine Field, just north of Seattle, where the roar of Alaska Airlines jets shakes the ground every few minutes, there’s a little warehouse that smells like heaven to any man who appreciates a serious drink. Inside sits James Bay Distillers, and they’ve been quietly making some of the best wh
Top Vanilla-Driven Bourbon Picks
Top Vanilla-Driven Bourbon Picks When people refer to "vanilla" bourbons, they're typically talking about bourbons that have strong notes of vanilla in their flavor profile. This characteristic often comes from the aging process in new charred oak barrels, which imparts vanilla, caramel,
Hogsworth Just Dropped a 15-Year Cask Strength Beast
In the world of spirits, where tradition meets innovation, Hogsworth has always stood out as that quirky brand blending bourbon with Armagnac in ways that surprise even the most seasoned drinkers. Now, they've stepped up their game with the launch of Hogsworth The 15, a collection that's all about
Do You Really Need To Cleanse Your Palate?
I was reading a whiskey-tasting interview the other day, and the expert made one simple point: palate cleansing can help, but only in the right moments. That stuck with me, mostly because I’ve heard guys argue about this like it’s a matter of national pride. When It Actually Helps Here’s the
7 Bourbons That Aren't Worth the Price
7 Bourbons That Aren't Worth the Price Look, bourbon prices have gone through the roof these days, and it's easy to get sucked into the hype thinki
The Smoothest Bourbons According To Men's Journal
The Smoothest Bourbons According To Men's Journal Image credit: WhiskeyPulse/Canva The word "smooth" may seem overused to some whiskey drinkers. It'