Bourbon

What Is an Allocated Bourbon and Why Is This Even a Thing?

Or, why it's nearly impossible to get the next Pappy Van Winkle

The Best Everyday Bourbons to Drink Right Now

Cheers to American whiskey that’s versatile, modestly priced and readily available

Best Bourbons to Drink in 2023

Including excellent bottles from Barrell, Chicken Cock, Old Forester and more

The 10 Best Bourbons for an Old Fashioned

These excellent expressions will elevate the classic cocktail

The New Weller Bourbon Line Features an Unusual Grain

A new line of bourbon named after Daniel Weller will feature emmer wheat, an ancient grain that you'll rarely find in today's whiskey world

Why Bardstown Is the Ultimate Bourbon Tourism Destination

This small Kentucky city is basically the Napa Valley of whiskey — and a new special collection highlights the community’s best distilleries

Bob Dylan's Distillery Sets a September 2023 Opening

Heaven's Door will also maintain a space in Louisville

Maker's Mark Brings Its Wood Finished Series to an End With BEP

It's the fifth installment in a well-received series

Bourbon Is the Theme at This New Texas Hill Country Getaway

Go for the whiskey, stargazing and glow-in-the-dark fly-fishing

Is This the Rarest American Whiskey Ever Put Up for Auction?

Sotheby's has a new sale highlighting bottles you've definitely never tried

The Next Frontier of Alternative Investment Is…Whiskey?

Money doesn’t grow on trees, but thanks to CaskX, it might flow from oak barrels

Jack Daniel’s New 12-Year Release Is a Bold Reinvention of the Brand

A new line of age-statement expressions brings out some surprising tasting notes

Blue Run Is Building a Jaw-Dropping New Whiskey Distillery

The renderings from the international architect firm Bjarke Ingels Group showcase buildings that appear to flow like a river

The Best New Whiskeys to Drink This March

In time for St. Patrick’s Day, a 30-year expression from Bushmills. Plus, WhistlePig enters the bourbon world.

Meet Woodford Reserve’s New Master Distiller

Why it will (and won’t) be business as usual for the popular Kentucky bourbon brand

Old Forester Is Letting You Sleep in Their Speakeasy-Styled Apartment

"The Sleepeasy" is a room next to the distillery, and the booking comes with several exclusive bourbon-tasting perks

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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?