Bourbon

Revisiting the Classics: Knob Creek 12 Is an Ideal Bourbon

Kicking off a new series that provides a fresh perspective on classic spirits

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This December

Bardstown and Starward embrace beer cask maturation. Plus, new releases from Dewar’s, WhistlePig, Westward and more.

What Is Cigar Blend Whiskey?

The labels Cigar Cut or Cigar Blend are becoming more noticeable in the spirits industry

Review: Kentucky Owl’s Maighstir Brings Scotland to Bourbon Country

This limited-edition whiskey takes its cue from across the pond

The 6 Best Things We Tried at WhiskyFest

The 2023 edition of Whisky Advocate’s annual spirits fete featured a ton of distillery exclusives and up-and-coming brands

The 12 Best Bourbon Glasses

For sipping, nosing, highballs, Old Fashioneds and more

The Best Vintage Bourbon Arrives in a Novelty Decanter

Ceramic novelty decanters were a way to promote American whiskey during the mid-20th century

Review: Why Barrell Remains Our Favorite Whiskey Blender

Three new bourbons include their most (and least) accessible expressions ever, plus a bourbon that somehow nods to both Jamaica and Islay

There’s a New Must-Have Spirit in Bourbon Country

Why Kentucky distilleries traditionally known for whiskey are turning their attention to gin

Rolling Fork Is the Ideal Rum for Bourbon Drinkers

The brand pairs premium rum with hand-selected American whiskey casks for a secondary maturation

This Kentucky Distillery Is Aging Its Bourbon in Old Coal Mines

Brothers Wright Distilling Co. has started offering mine-aged whiskey

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink in November

Johnnie Walker embraces umami. Plus, new bottles from Hibiki, Pinhook, WhistlePig and a 54-year-old Highland Park.

Wild Turkey Announces a Three-Generation Bourbon

A century's worth of whiskey knowledge went into Wild Turkey Generations, a collaboration between three eras of Russells

You Can Thank Science for Paul Sutton’s Exceptional Bourbon

How a former oncologist recreated a century-old family sweet mash recipe

HIRSCH Whiskey Takes Inspiration From “The Best Bourbon You’ll Never Taste”  

How a modern brand honors a legendary bourbon distilled in 1974

The Biggest Surprise of This Year’s Buffalo Trace Antique Collection

If you’re a fan of extra-aged bourbon, there’s a treat waiting for you

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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?