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What is Whiskey?
Let’s go back to the basics. The very basics. What is whiskey? Is it whiskey or whisky? And is it liquor or spirits? Don’t worry,
What is Bourbon?
Consider this your Bourbon 101 course for the semester… Newcomers to the bourbon category can be intimidated by the terminology. And there is tons of
Wheated Bourbon Guide
You might have trouble finding the term ‘wheated bourbon’ or ‘wheated whiskey’ on the label of a bottle in your local liquor store. But it’s
Alcohol Distillation 101
When you see all of the various product categories for distilled alcohol at the liquor store, it can be overwhelming. Brandy, cognac, tequila, whiskey —
Mash Bill – Bourbon and Whiskey Ingredient Guide
If you’re relatively new in your distilled spirits journey, you may find yourself hearing a lot about mash bills. There is much debate in the
How to Order Whiskey Like a Gentleman
Like many things in life, some techniques separate the simple man from the connoisseur. Any average person can walk into a pub, look the bartender
Cask Strength Whiskey
What is Cask Strength Whiskey? With its consistent rise in popularity on the American whiskey market over the last decade, cask strength whiskey is no
What is Bottled in bond
Whether you are a seasoned barfly or a casual drinker, you may have noticed that there are new fads in liquor and spirits almost every
Why is Alcohol Called Spirits
With growing uncertainty and societal issues, many people take a break from it all and grab a drink to relax. Frequently, those drinks contain what
What is a Well Drink
When talking about mixed drinks or mixology in general, well drinks are often relatively overlooked. However, these unassuming cocktails are actually the backbone of any
Definitive Guide to the Different Types of Whiskey
Whiskey is a beverage that has been passed down and enjoyed throughout the ages and one that has undoubtedly stood the test of time. Whisky
Drinking Etiquette
Across the globe, one of the best places to mix it up and socialize is the local watering hole. A pub or a bar is
Recent Comparisons
Oban 14 vs Macallan 12
Welcome to the big leagues. Today, we look at two of the most delicious and well-regarded single malt scotch whiskies on the market — Oban
Glenmorangie vs Glenlivet
Whisky lovers worldwide have a strong affinity for the two brands we’re looking at today — Glenmorangie and the Glenlivet. In this post, we’ll look
Crown Royal XR Red vs Blue
For those looking for a refined and sophisticated blend of Canadian whisky — one with an elevated retail price — Crown Royal XR is an
Lagavulin vs Laphroaig
Today, we pit two peated whiskies that represent the smoky flavor and phenolic character for which the Isle of Islay is renowned. Whisky drinkers are
Paddy vs Jameson
Welcome to our Irish whiskey introduction to two powerhouse brands: Jameson and Paddy Irish whiskeys. Today, we’ll explore what to look for when comparing these
Macallan vs Glenlivet
Two legendary Speyside whiskies face each other in this head-to-head matchup. But before we get any further, we should address the elephant in the room:
Bushmills vs Jameson
Not a single apostrophe anywhere to be seen. Okay, that’s a bit of an exaggeration. But it’s a bit of a novelty to find two
Ardbeg vs Laphroaig
This battle of Islay is for all the peat heads out there. This matchup between two of the most well-known peated scotches is one that
Green Spot vs Yellow Spot
It was a favorite of Irish writer James Joyce — among other famous Irish bards — and continues to be a favorite of whiskey enthusiasts
Johnnie Walker Platinum vs Blue
The Johnnie Walker portfolio includes a color-coded range that is widely available and globally distributed. These products include (from low to high-cost): Johnnie Walker Red
Speyside vs Islay
You’ve got questions about whiskies from Speyside and Islay. And we’ve got answers. But first, how do you feel about drastic oversimplifications? Perhaps you’ve read
Johnnie Walker Black vs Double Black
None more black… If you’ve graduated from Johnnie Walker Red Label and want to see what’s in store in the rest of the lineup, this
Wild Turkey 81 vs 101
Do you see those two bottles of Wild Turkey on the shelf? Want to know what makes them different so you know whether the increase
Glenlivet vs Glenfiddich
Battle of the glens. This matchup is between two of the most recognizable names in single malt whisky. Any whiskey lover who admits to never
Johnnie Walker Red vs Black
Johnnie Walker is the best-selling whisky brand in the world. So for the drinker new to the scotch category, it’s the perfect place to start.
Crown Royal vs Jameson
These blended brands are two of the top-selling whiskeys in the world. In the U.S. market, Crown Royal is the No. 2 selling whiskey brand
Canadian Club vs Crown Royal
Grab some popcorn boys, these two Canadian whisky juggernauts are about to drop the gloves! Crown Royal and Canadian Club are two of the top-selling
Canadian Mist vs Crown Royal
Crown Royal is the No. 1 brand of Canadian whisky in global sales, while Canadian Mist is No. 3. And at home, Crown Royal is
Tullamore DEW vs Jameson
Today, we look at two of the biggest names in Blended Irish Whiskey: Jameson and Tullamore DEW. These two brands are the leaders when it
Bourbon vs Whiskey
When you’re new to the distilled spirits category, it’s easy to be thrown off by the casual conversation of whiskey nerds and bourbon aficionados, where
Jim Beam Honey vs Jack Daniel’s Honey
The flavored whiskey category is a large and growing sub-segment that sold 10.8 million cases in 2018. Over the past decade, brands have included more
Scotch vs Whiskey
Is whisky scotch? Or, is scotch whisky? Well, both. Kinda. Let’s explore the nuanced usage of these terms. Consider this post your scotch whisky 101
Wild Turkey vs Jack Daniel’s
Wild Turkey and Jack Daniel’s are two distinctly American brands familiar with newcomers to the American whiskey category and ardent whiskey drinkers alike. While both
Jack Daniel’s vs Johnnie Walker
The fight for global supremacy in the world of whiskey comes down to these two brands — which represent the whiskey-making traditions of two continents.
Wild Turkey 101 vs Maker’s Mark
We stand on the backs of giants. This matchup pits a protector of the pre-prohibition, high rye, bonded whiskey-making style against a pioneer in the
Irish Whiskey vs Scotch
Irish and Scottish whiskies have intertwined histories that date back nearly a millennium. But for the modern whiskey fan, knowing the nuanced differences between these
Bourbon vs Cognac vs Whiskey
So, you’re eying up that bottle of Hennessy, Rémy Martin or Courvoisier at your local liquor store or favorite bar. You might find yourself asking,
Crown Royal vs Jack Daniel’s
Tonight, we’ve got the North American heavyweight whiskey title on the line. Jack Daniel’s and Crown Royal. These are the two top-selling whiskey brands in
Eagle Rare vs Blanton’s
Today, we look at two elusive bottles of bourbon that are much sought after by those in the know. The well-versed bourbon enthusiast is on
Bourbon vs Rum vs Whiskey
Think of this as continued education in your matured spirits track. So far, you’ve been learning more about distilled spirits, falling further and further down
Brandy vs Bourbon
Brandy vs Bourbon If you’re relatively new to the world of distilled spirits, you may find yourself torn between the bourbon and brandy aisles. Looking
Buffalo Trace vs Maker’s Mark
Buffalo Trace and Maker’s Mark are two of the most easily recognized and well-respected names in the world of Kentucky Bourbon. But name recognition alone
Irish Whiskey vs Bourbon
We can all agree on the spelling. While American and Irish whiskeys have many things in common, both agree that whiskey should be spelled with
Eagle Rare vs Buffalo Trace
This matchup pits two products produced by the same company against each other. Both Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace offer high-quality liquid for the suggested
Knob Creek vs Jim Beam
What if we told you that Knob Creek was Jim Beam? And that Jim Beam was Knob Creek? Clearly, any bourbon fan who has tried
Maker’s Mark vs Jim Beam
This might be considered fratricide… Today’s matchup is between two brands of whiskey that fall under the same family tree. One an iconic bourbon, top-selling
Woodford Reserve vs Maker’s Mark
In this American whiskey showdown, we’ll take a look at two prominent Bourbon whiskey brands that are premium-category fan favorites of bourbon aficionados everywhere. While
George Dickel vs Jack Daniel’s
We’ve got a Tennessee showdown on our hands. Jack Daniel’s and George Dickel represent the No. 1 and No. 2-selling brands of Tennessee whiskey in
Jim Beam White vs Black
Aged a little older. A little higher proof. Jim Beam Black Label Bourbon is a premium brand extension of the popular Jim Beam offering referred
Crown Royal vs Maker’s Mark
If you are a well-seasoned bourbon or Canadian whisky aficionado, you may be wondering, ‘Why does this post exist?’ These two brands might have more
Knob Creek vs Woodford Reserve
We’ve got ourselves a very fine matchup, indeed. Most bourbon drinkers are familiar with the names Knob Creek and Woodford Reserve. But a closer look
Wild Turkey 101 vs Buffalo Trace
A wild turkey appears over the hill, while a herd of buffalo roam the valley beyond. In the background, a paddleboat steams down the Ohio
Buffalo Trace vs Knob Creek
In the showdown between Knob Creek and Buffalo Trace, the real winner is anyone calling themselves a bourbon fan! Each is an excellent bourbon. You
Woodford Reserve vs Buffalo Trace
Woodford Reserve and Buffalo Trace might not be the first two brand names you think to put side-by-side in a matchup. They come from different
Woodford Reserve vs Bulleit
To the bourbon aficionado crowd, Bulleit Bourbon and Woodford Reserve are two well-known and well-respected brands in the premium segment of the bourbon category. But
Knob Creek vs Bulleit
Big. Bourbon. Flavor. Bulleit and Knob Creek bourbons are excellent representations of the American whiskey style — big, bold bourbons with considerable rye content and
Bourbon vs Scotch
Old school, meet new school. Bourbon and scotch are two of the most popular sub-categories of distilled spirits. The first thing we should point out
Evan Williams Black vs Green
There are a few reasons you may have entered ‘Evan Williams Black Label vs Green Label’ into a search engine. Maybe you’re a customer at
Bourbon vs Rye Whiskey
‘Bourbon’ and ‘Rye’ describe two of the most prominent American whiskey styles. They both grew from similar origins. Their histories are so intertwined that the
Jim Beam vs Jack Daniel’s
Grab your popcorn and a comfy seat and get ready for the battle of a lifetime — one that has been centuries in the making.
Bulleit vs Maker’s Mark
Maker’s Mark and Bulleit. These two iconic bourbon brands were instrumental in the whiskey renaissance that began in the 2000s. And they both continue to
Jim Beam vs Evan Williams
Set your DVR. In many ways, Jim Beam vs Evan Williams is the ultimate bourbon heavyweight matchup. In terms of volume, these are the two
Ezra Brooks vs Evan Williams
If you are looking for a bottle of reasonably-priced bourbon, you’re likely to come across two bottles that have a lot in common: Ezra Brooks
Buffalo Trace vs Bulleit
Buffalo Trace and Bulleit Bourbon are two of the most well-known American whiskeys on today’s marketplace. Whiskey lovers, bourbon enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike have
Jack Daniel’s vs Evan Williams
If you come across bottles of Jack Daniel’s and Evan Williams at your local whiskey shop, a number of things become apparent immediately. In addition
Larceny Bourbon vs Maker’s Mark
Well, if you’re in the mood for a well-matured, smooth, mellow bourbon, then you could do worse than to choose between Maker’s Mark and Larceny.
Larceny Bourbon vs Buffalo Trace
Whiskey aficionados are deeply familiar with two of the most recognizable names in bourbon: Buffalo Trace and Larceny bourbon. But how do these two match
Vodka vs Whiskey
Vodka and whiskey are two types of alcoholic spirits, enjoyed in cocktails or “on the rocks” for sipping. These two alcohols are among the most
Gentlemen Libations
Burning Chair Bourbon
Although it’s a relatively low-volume brand compared to the big-name brands from Kentucky and Tennessee, Burning Chair Bourbon launched to positive reviews and nearly instantaneous
Eagle Rare 10 Year Bourbon
If you’ve spent time perusing the many bourbon-focused websites, blogs, social media groups and messaging boards sprinkled across the internet, you’ve seen the hype that
Old Grand-Dad 114
Old Grand-Dad 114 is an underappreciated piece of bourbon history. Since we’ve already reviewed Old Grand-Dad and Old Grand-Dad Bonded, today it’s only fair to
Old Grand-Dad Bonded
Every bottle of Old Grand-Dad Bonded is a trip into the past. In this post, we hope to paint a picture of why this beloved
Old Grand-Dad Bourbon
This ‘bottom-shelf bourbon’ got it going on. Bourbon lovers of all stripes — from the ultra-premium high-roller to the value-loving loyalist — have a great
Old Overholt Rye
Old Overholt Straight Rye Whiskey holds historical significance as the nation’s oldest continuously distributed American rye whiskey product on the market. But for way too
Old Crow Bourbon
Bourbon drinkers understandably have some questions about this bargain bin bourbon brand with the intriguing historical backstory. Owned by parent company Beam Suntory, it’s true
George Dickel No. 8
Today, we look at the ‘other’ Tennessee whiskey. George Dickel No. 8 Recipe is a sour mash Tennessee whiskey that is matched up against Jack
George Dickel No. 12
Today, we’ll take a look at a whiskey that may fly under the radar in some American whiskey circles — George Dickel Tennessee Whisky No.
Jim Beam Black Label
Jim Beam Black is a premium product that elevates the brand’s standard-expression white label offering. Those accustomed to the flavor of Jim Beam white label
Crown Royal Canadian Whisky
Crown Royal Blended Canadian Whisky is one of the top-selling brands in the world in terms of volume. Surprised? You shouldn’t be. When it comes
Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon
Wild Turkey 101 might be one of the most underappreciated bourbon brands on the market. Yeah, that’s a loaded statement. But hear me out. First,
Widow Jane 10 Year Bourbon
In this whiskey review, we’ll take a look at a bourbon that has generated a lot of buzz in the nine years or so since
Rowan’s Creek Bourbon
With its wine bottle design and the childlike ‘handwritten’ font face look on the label, Rowan’s Creek Bourbon stands out on a liquor shelf. It
Evan Williams Green Label
Recently, I was asked to review Evan Williams Green Label – a brand extension of the more familiar Black Label product. The only problem: I’ve
Ezra Brooks Bourbon
For many whiskey drinkers — present company included — Ezra Brooks holds a special place in their distilled spirits journey. If Jack’s name-recognition serves as
Jim Beam White Label
Today, we’re going to take a look at Jim Beam Bourbon — the No. 1 selling bourbon, both domestically and internationally. The brand’s most widely
Evan Williams Black Label
Evan Williams Black Label Bourbon is the No. 2 selling Bourbon whiskey in the United States. Its price point — on the upper edge of
Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7
If you haven’t tried Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, you are either a newcomer to the American whiskey category — or actively avoiding it. Jack Daniel’s
Gentleman Jack Whiskey
Some brands simply need no introduction. For whiskey, that brand is Jack Daniel’s. We’ve all heard someone next to us at the bar order a
Maker’s Mark Bourbon
Maker’s Mark is a true pioneer — a brand that has truly played an important role in the history of Bourbon Whiskey and its trajectory
Legent Bourbon
Legent Bourbon is one of those modern-day bourbons that doesn’t quite easily fit into one of the established and traditional categories that make up the
Booker’s Bourbon
Officially introduced to the public in 1992, Booker’s Bourbon hit the whiskey market right away with great fanfare. Having been the first “small batch” bourbon
Woodford Reserve Bourbon
Woodford Reserve Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a highly respected bourbon with a reputation for being one of the best premium small batch Kentucky straight bourbon
Knob Creek Small Batch Bourbon
Knob Creek is one of America’s most famous Bourbon whiskey brands. The brand has been a popular bourbon for many years now, and it has
Michter’s Small Batch Bourbon
A classic American whiskey with its roots in the Bourbon whiskey market dating back to 1753, Michter’s Small Batch Bourbon US*1 is essentially an institution
Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon
Odds are, if you know anything about the world of bourbon whiskey, then you’ve most likely heard about Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon whiskey. Introduced in
Evan Williams Honey Bourbon
Evan Williams Honey Bourbon is a wonderful choice for anyone desiring a mild, light, and well-crafted bourbon. The bourbon is flavored with real honey, and
1792 Bourbon Full Proof
1792 Bourbon Review Originally known as Ridgewood Reserve 1792 and later, 1792 Ridgemont Reserve, today’s iteration of the brand is known simply as “1792 Bourbon”.
Evan Williams Single Barrel Bourbon
Evan Williams Single Barrel is one of the bourbon industry’s most acclaimed and famous spirits. The bourbon is the only single barrel variety with a
Merica Small Batch Bourbon
The story of Merica Bourbon is one that any true American patriot can get behind. Originally founded by Derek Sisson, the brand is American veteran-owned
Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon
Wild Turkey Rare Breed Bourbon is a popular mid-range bourbon that has been around for decades. The brand has become a consistent and reliable choice
Angel’s Envy Bourbon
Angel’s Envy is an excellent option when considering your next bourbon to explore. The famed brand of bourbon is owned and made by the well-known
Four Roses Bourbon
Since 1888, Four Roses Bourbon is a proven and high-quality bourbon line with a loyal consumer base. The Four Roses brand is highly respected for
Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream
If you are in the market for a rich, delicious, and delightful alternative to your usual whiskey bourbon choice, we think that Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Hailing from one of America’s oldest working distilleries, Buffalo Trace Bourbon is the quintessential traditional American single barrel Kentucky bourbon. Having been released to the
Blood Oath Pact No 6 Bourbon
Blood Oath Bourbon, specifically Pact No. 6, is an exquisitely blended bourbon that is highly esteemed in the bourbon world and well known for its
Bulleit Bourbon Whiskey
Bulleit Bourbon is a tremendously popular straight bourbon choice among many whiskey loyalists who value quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. The spirit is loved
Basil Hayden’s Bourbon
Odds are, when asked to name a bourbon, the first brand to come to most Americans’ minds will be Jim Beam, and for good reason.
Larceny Bourbon
John E. Fitzgerald. The man. The myth. The legend. When it comes to the stories behind bourbon brands, some are grounded in fact, while others
Rebel Yell Bourbon
Don’t sleep on this wheated bourbon with Stitzel-Weller lineage. Rebel Yell Bourbon is often left out of the wheated discussion. It is a borderline value
Redemption Bourbon
As many whiskey aficionados are all too familiar with, American whiskey has a storied history with a tremendously high bar for quality already having been
