Ever wondered what your go-to whiskey says about you? Spoiler alert: it’s spilling more than just flavor notes—it’s dishing dirt on your soul! From smooth bourbon sippers to rugged rye rebels, your whiskey pick is a window into who you really are. Buckle up as we decode
“It’s not the destination, it’s the journey.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson Every bourbon lover has that moment—the first time you snag an allocated bottle. Picture this: You’re unwinding on a Tuesday night, scrolling social media, when bam—your friend posts a pic of a bottle you’ve
“The only tastes worth having are acquired tastes.” – Gilbert Adair When I hit my college years, I’d watch my now-wife’s Grandpa and stepdad sip bourbon neat, exuding a quiet cool that hooked me. Their ritual ignited my curiosity—and kicked off a love affair with bourbon that’s
“Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated.” – Confucius The bourbon and whiskey world loves to prove Confucius right—complex terms often hide simple ideas, and sometimes multiple terms mean the same darn thing. With no universal glossary to settle debates, it’s easy to get tangled
“Bourbon” and “whiskey” get tossed around like they’re the same thing, but that’s not quite right. All bourbons are whiskeys, but not all whiskeys are bourbons. Confused yet? Don’t worry—let’s clear up what sets bourbon apart and why it matters when you’re picking your
Ever spotted your favorite bourbon on the shelf, only to notice a quirky sticker with the store’s name plastered on it? That’s a store pick—a special bottle with a story. But what exactly does it mean, and why should you care? Let’s unpack this bourbon insider
“Proof” is one of those whiskey buzzwords you hear all the time—people toss it around like they know it, but ask them to define it, and you might get a shrug. Part of the confusion? It’s a uniquely American term. The other part? Most folks vaguely connect it
When you’re new to bourbon, you’ll quickly hear about two big categories: high-wheat and high-rye. But what do these terms mean, how do they affect taste, and how do you pick one at the store? Let’s break it down so you can find your perfect pour—whether
The bourbon aging process is a thing of beauty—a delicate dance between the oak barrel and the spirit inside. But how does this transformation happen, and what changes as the years tick by? Let’s dive into the details of how bourbon evolves over time and why it matters.
“Single barrel” sounds straightforward—it’s whiskey from just one barrel, right? Yep, that’s exactly it. But when I first got into whiskey, I assumed every bottle came from a single barrel. Turns out, that’s not the case. Big brands like Jim Beam blend whiskey from tons of
The bourbon world is full of jargon, but decoding terms like “toasted bourbon” can lead you to incredible bottles—and sometimes killer deals. For me, toasted bourbons are a hidden gem that deliver big on flavor once you know what to look for. Let’s dive into what makes them
When I first dipped my toe into the bourbon world, I was totally overwhelmed. Friends threw bottle recommendations at me left and right, and I had no clue what to look for in terms of taste—or how to even start narrowing it down. That all changed after a distillery