Comparisons

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 to as White Label. Because Jim Beam Black also comes at a higher price point, you might be asking ⁠— ‘Is it worth all the

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 differences than they have similarities. But the one thing they have in common is the price point.  So, if you’re just starting out your journey

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 shows how a glass of bourbon can teach us about the process of making whiskey. In this matchup, we will examine not only these two

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 River loaded — of course — with barrels of Bourbon whiskey making their way to the port of New Orleans. Perfect. Ain’t that the most

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 may already be acquainted with the flavor profiles of these two popular brands. But whether you consider yourself a bourbon geek, whiskey snob, or are

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 price segments — Woodford Reserve is considered a premium brand, while Buffalo Trace’s price puts it squarely in the standard segment. But deciding between two

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 if you’re wondering why these brands are so well regarded among whiskey nerds, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’ll peek behind

Big. Bourbon. Flavor. Bulleit and Knob Creek bourbons are excellent representations of the American whiskey style — big, bold bourbons with considerable rye content and tons of charred oak flavor. Bourbon aficionados appreciate these two brands for their complex flavor heavy with delicious barrel notes thanks to time patiently spent

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 — they’re both whiskeys… or whiskies… Is whisky a whiskey, with or without the ‘e?’ We’ll answer this and many other questions in this post.

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 the bar who just saw the barkeep pour a bottle with an unfamiliar green label into your cocktail. You could be a bartender or on-premise

‘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 overlap from where one style started and the other began has had a constantly-shifting border centuries in the making. Today, the terms describe distinct whiskey

Grab your popcorn and a comfy seat and get ready for the battle of a lifetime — one that has been centuries in the making. Jim Beam vs. Jack Daniel’s: There are no bigger names when it comes to American whiskey. It is a showdown between the two bestselling American whiskeys

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 spur growth in the category to this day. Each brand has a distinct bottle and label, easily recognizable from across the room ⁠— even in

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 top-selling brands in the bourbon category. Both brands are well recognized throughout North America and continue to make inroads abroad in the top European and

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 isn’t helpful if you’re trying to decide which one will taste best. Deciding between these two bourbons may be a tricky proposition for someone new

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 and Evan Williams. The similarities are unmistakable. Price Point. Boxy Bottles. Sour Mash. Charcoal Mellowed. Bottling Proof. Are these coincidences, or is there something else

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 come across these two iconic brands at one time or another. But while each of these brands is known for containing delicious, rye-forward liquid in

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 to these whiskeys most likely sharing the same shelf, both come in square 750mL bottles with white lettering on black labels. The words ‘Sour Mash’

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. Each is a fantastic bourbon, both excellent whiskeys to try neat or on the rocks, whether at home or out at your favorite bar or

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 up when compared side-by-side? Bourbon geeks know both of these bourbons punch out of their weight class when it comes to the quality of the

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 popular drinks worldwide, enjoyed by people of all cultures. Vodka and whiskey are easily distinguishable—vodka is clear, like the appearance of water, and whiskey is