Recent Bourbon Articles
Is This the Bourbon That Finally Beats Scotch at Its Own Game?
For the last six years, Julie Macklowe has been turning heads with her American single malt that drinks more like a Highland classic than anything coming out of Kentucky. Now she’s coming for bourbon itself. Today The Macklowe brand dropped the Sapphire Bourbon Collection—two new Kentucky straights
10 Whiskeys I Always Keep Around
10 Whiskeys I Always Keep Around Whiskey lovers know the joy of a well-stocked shelf, where each bottle tells a story of flavor, craft, and occasion. Regardless of the occasion, my collection of ten go-to whiskeys strikes a balance between variety and reliability. Here’s a peek at the bo
How J. Rieger & Co. Elevates Bourbon Cocktails
How J. Rieger & Co. Elevates Bourbon Cocktails Image credit: J. Rieger & Co. When it comes to crafting the perfect bourbon cocktail, every detail m
Bargain Bourbon Bottles: Bottom Shelf Comeback
Bargain Bourbon Bottles: Bottom Shelf Comeback Image credit: Gentleman's Pursuits/Canva Remember when "bottom shelf" meant cheap rotgut that tasted
Sagamore Spirit's High Rye Bourbon: A Maryland Game-Changer
In the world of straight bourbons, where tradition meets bold innovation, Sagamore Spirit just dropped a real standout. Their latest pour, the High Rye Straight Bourbon Whiskey, marks the brand's first full-on bourbon entry and slots right into the prestigious Reserve Series. It's not just another
Blue Run Honors '85 Bears with Bold High Rye Bourbon
In the crisp fall air of Chicago, where the wind off Lake Michigan carries echoes of roaring crowds and bone-crushing tackles, football isn't just a game—it's a religion. And for Bears fans, the 1985 season remains the holy grail, a year when the Monsters of the Midway roared back to life and claim
9 Cheap Bourbons Worth Your Time
9 Cheap Bourbons Worth Your Time Not all whiskies are bourbon, which must adhere to specific rules, such as being made with at least 51% corn and aged in charred new oak barrels. While most bourbons are produced in Kentucky, they can be made anywhere in the United States. The past couple
Total Wine’s Top-Ranked Kentucky Bourbons
Top Kentucky Bourbons, Ranked by Total Wine Here is a list of some bourbons that are highly rated (above 90 points) by Wine Enthusiast or the The Tasting Panel from Total Wine. These are all pretty available and I bet some of these you have never heard of and most of these are quite affo
Outstanding Bourbons Made Outside Kentucky
Don’t Miss These Non-Kentucky Bourbons The common misconception that all bourbons must hail exclusively from Kentucky has long overshadowed the burgeoning world of exceptional bourbons crafted beyond the state's borders. While Kentucky undoubtedly holds a revered status in bourbon produc
Cozy Up with These Fall Bourbon Cocktails
Cozy Up with These Fall Bourbon Cocktails Image credit: WhiskeyPulse/Canva As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, there's no better way to embr