Bourbon

An Early Taste of Angel’s Envy 2023 Cask Strength Rye and Bourbon

It's the first time the distillery's released this style of rye whiskey

This Bourbon Country Town Is Experiencing a Renaissance

Go for the bourbon, stay for the historic hotels, queer cafes and dog mayors

Buffalo Trace’s Newest Whiskey Collection Is a Nod to Prohibition

This new limited-edition set honors five Prohibition-era brands legally produced at the distillery

The 10 Best Gifts for Bourbon Lovers

Glassware, decanters, barware, books and more for the discerning bourbon fan

Huckberry Is Giving Away Three Bottles of Pappy Van Winkle

The shopping site is also offering up $10,000

Weird Question, But...What Is Bourbon, Exactly?

Seriously. A deep dive into the uniquely American brown spirit and what distinguishes it from other whiskey.

The Best Bourbon Spots in Chicago

From neighborhood hideaways to century-old institutions (and at least one place that’s both), these are the places to savor America’s spirit in the Second City

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This September

Including bottles from Teeling, Barrell, Little Book, Chivas and more. Plus, Steph Curry gets his own bourbon.

This NYC Distillery Is Celebrating Basquiat Through Whiskey and Art

The iconic artist is the inspiration behind a new pop-up speakeasy at Manhattan's Great Jones Distillery Co.

The 2023 Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch Breaks a Record

Celebrating the distillery’s 135th year with the oldest recipe they've ever used

Why This Year’s Old Forester Birthday Bourbon Is Unique

We had a taste and spoke with OF’s Master Taster Melissa Rift about what makes the 2023 release so special

We Tried Maker’s Mark’s New Cellar-Aged Bourbon

The innovative new bottle is the distillery’s first age-stated release.

Highlights from Goose Island’s 2023 Bourbon County Stout Lineup

The annual bourbon barrel-aged brews were announced, and include a few archival updates and a Bananas Foster Stout

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This August

Including Wild Turkey’s unique new Voyage and an ideally priced peated Scotch

The Best Bourbons Under $100

From Knob Creek, Maker's Mark, Eagle Rare, Barrell Craft Spirits and more

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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?