Bourbon

Revisiting the Classics: Four Roses Small Batch

The modestly-priced bourbon’s release in 2006 helped launch the small-batch craze

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This May 

Including new releases from WhistlePig, BHAKTA, Blackened, Overholt and more

There’s Some Great Bourbon Being Made Outside of Kentucky

How distilleries in Colorado, Utah and Texas are setting their quintessentially American brown spirits apart

For Whiskey Geeks, “Sourced” Is No Longer a Dirty Word 

Bardstown Bourbon Company makes some of the best American whiskey — for itself and many other brands

Apple TV’s Detective Show “Sugar” Has an Affinity for Great Whiskey

The first episode gave ample time to discussing the joys of Willett and WhistlePig

Revisiting the Classics: Wild Turkey 101

Launched in 1942, the 101-proof bourbon remains distinctive and versatile

Lost Lantern’s Spring Collection Celebrates the Midwest

Seven new bottles showcase the finest rye, wheat and bourbon whiskeys from the heartland

A First Taste of Woodford Reserve's New $15K Kentucky Derby Release

The Kentucky Derby 150 Baccarat Edition is out this month, and it's only available to a select few

The Unicorns of Dusty Booze

The most sought-after bottles of bourbon, rum, tequila and more, according to Aaron Goldfarb, author of “Dusty Booze: In Search of Vintage Spirits”

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This March

Including new releases from Heaven’s Door, Jack Daniel’s, The Glenlivet and an innovative take on Irish whiskey

Old Forester Just Introduced Its Biggest Innovation Since Prohibition

How the legendary bourbon brand went against the grain for its new 1924 release

Review: American Metal Is a Whiskey Born From Car Culture

How a sought-after car and motorcycle shop crafted a unique bottle

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This January

Between Teeling, Bushmills and Waterford, it’s looking like a good year for Irish whiskey

How an Experimental Warehouse Helped Shape Eagle Rare 25

Is this the future of bourbon? A peek inside Buffalo Trace’s multi-million-dollar Warehouse P.

If You See a $20 Bottle of Pappy Van Winkle, It Might Just Be a Scam

As whiskey scams go, this one was especially brazen

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Can You Really Get the World’s Best Scotch for $40?

Loch Lomond just landed a huge accolade, and they're part of a trend of great whiskies you can definitely afford

This Year’s Most Expensive Bourbons Share One Common Trait

Wine-Searcher's 2024 Most Expensive Bourbons list is dominated by bottles from one well-known whiskey brand (but not the usual suspects)

Lost Lantern Is Declaring This the Summer of Bourbon (Again)

The award-winning independent bottler goes all in on exceptional craft bourbon single casks and one multi-distillery blend

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This August 

Including expressions from Jack Daniel’s, Knob Creek and Laphroaig

Why Maker’s Mark Brought Back Its Best Bourbon Idea

The Wood Finishing Series made a surprise return this year, and the first release is stellar

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This July

Including cask strength releases from Highland Park and Pinhook. Plus, new bottles from Barrell, Sagamore Spirit and Knob Creek.

The 50 Best American Whiskeys

A detailed rundown of our favorite bourbons, ryes, wheaters and Tennessee whiskeys ideal for celebrating the USA

Review: Jim Beam Black Has Undergone a Transformation

Now with a 7-year age statement, this $25 bourbon finally found its identity

The Defining Quality of Russell’s Reserve Whiskey

Distilling legends Jimmy and Eddie Russell craft exceptional bourbons and ryes that defy age

The 2024 Bardstown Collection Is a Whiskey Fan’s Dream

Beam, Lux Row, Heaven Hill and more offer up special one-time releases

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This June 

Including expressions from Barrell, Basil Hayden, Kavalan, Starward and more

11 Cocktails That Prove Whiskey Is Ideal for Summer Drinking

Bartenders agree: brown spirits deserve a place in the sun

Review: Bardstown Bourbon Company Embraces Indian Whisky

Aging rye in ex-Amrut barrels and blending with bourbon creates an intriguing transcontinental expression

Wild Turkey Master’s Keep Triumph Takes Rye in New Directions

Can an exceptionally long-aged rye whiskey offer something balanced and elegant?