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Bourbon Release Calendar | Bourbon Drop Dates [2021]
Our bourbon release calendar and drop dates cover the annual cadence of major limited releases as well as new labels...
Every E.H. Taylor Bourbon Reviewed [2021]
There's so much that can be said about Colonel E.H. Taylor Bourbon and even more about the real-life Kentucky...
Every Stagg Jr. Bourbon Batch Reviewed [2021]
Stagg Jr. bourbon is a barrel proof whiskey from Buffalo Trace's mashbill #1, low-rye (less than 10 percent), that's...
Booker’s Bourbon Batches 2020 Ranked
Booker's Bourbon Batches 2020 were a mixed bag for me — which is unusual. Now I will readily admit with Booker's...
The 24 Best Bourbons Under $100 Ranked [2021]
The over $50 and under $100 bourbon whiskey category is where it gets interesting. There are some all-time great...
The 13 Best Bourbons Under $50 Ranked [2021]
The best bourbons under $50 list are where it gets interesting. In the under $30, there are some great mid to bottom...
The 14 Best Bourbons Under $30 Ranked [2021]: Best Bourbons for Beginners
Bourbon is America’s native spirit — that fact isn’t up for debate. It was enshrined in law by Congress in 1964. Its...
Barrell Bourbon Batches 015 to 030 Reviewed
This Barrell Bourbon guide will include full reviews for Barrell Bourbon 015, Barrell...
The 18 Best Bourbons Over $100 Ranked [2021]
Many will shake their heads and sigh over the best bourbons over $100 category — because most of these are unicorns...
Buffalo Trace Bourbon Review [2021]
Here's my Buffalo Trace bourbon story . . . I had been drinking whiskey for a while,...
Every Smoke Wagon Bourbon Reviewed [2021]
Smoke Wagon Bourbon was founded by Aaron Chepenik and Jonathan Hensleigh in 2012 as part of Nevada H&C Distilling...
Every Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Reviewed [2021 Guide]
Wild Turkey Master's Keep is an underappreciated limited release from Wild Turkey. Each year demonstrates Eddie...
Every Weller Bourbon Reviewed [2021]
You're here because you've been asking, "Which Weller bourbon is the best?" We've got you covered with reviews of...
Beginner’s Guide to Bourbon [2021]
Everyone who gets into bourbon asks these same questions, so we've compiled the complete beginner's guide to bourbon....
Booker’s Bourbon Batches | List of Booker’s Batches
Booker's bourbon batches are a barrel strength bourbon made by the Jim Beam distillery. It is uncut and unfiltered....
Bourbon Reviews and Ratings
Lux Row 12 Year Double Barrel Bourbon Review
Lux Row 12 Year Double Barrel Bourbon was a limited release bourbon meant to celebrate the grand opening of Lux Row...
Larceny Barrel Proof 2021 Batches Ranked
Here we are Larceny Barrel Proof 2021 batches are releasing into the wild. Larceny Barrel Proof wheated bourbon was...
Every Jack Daniel’s Rye Whiskey Reviewed [2021]
When did Jack Daniel's Rye come out? Believe it or not. Jack Daniel's did not offer a rye whiskey until 2017 when they...
Every George Remus Bourbon Reviewed [2021]
The big question is "Who makes George Remus bourbon?" Well, the answer is MGP. George Remus Bourbon is not sourced. It...
Every Old Forester Whisky Reviewed [2021]
Old Forester Whisky should not be underestimated. Not only are they a historic brand as the First Bottled Bourbon, but...
Every Coalition Rye Whiskey Reviewed [2021]
Coalition Rye Whiskey is made from a 100% rye mashbill (10% malted rye) and aged in...
Every Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel Bourbon Reviewed [2021]
Elmer T. Lee was a legendary master distiller for Buffalo Trace. But he didn't start as a legend. He was hired by...
Every Old Forester 150th Anniversary Reviewed
Old Forester 150th Anniversary celebrates George Garvin Brown's contribution to bourbon and specifically his unique...
Old Taylor Bourbon (1997) Review
Old Taylor Bourbon has a long storied history and is still one of the most respected brands on the market because of...