Higher-proof bourbon can be very off-putting. The burning and numbness on the palate are real, especially for new whiskey drinkers. One false move and you could be put off high-proof whiskey entirely ...

With three releases per year, there are plenty of chances to get your hands on the one-of-a-kind whiskey bottle. Whenever a new whiskey is announced, it’s common to see bourbon enthusiasts throw out ...

Jack Daniel’s whiskey on a store shelf. Jack Daniel’s best-selling Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey is one of many 80-proof bottles you can find on shelves around the world. (Photo by Igor Golovniov / SOPA ...

Trader Joe's offer of a Cask Head Sherry Finish Bourbon is enticing, but is it worth the spend? We gave it a try, you can ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Robb Report may receive an affiliate commission. Jefferson’s was founded in 1997 by Trey Zoeller and his ...

David Thomas Tao is an NYC-based spirits reviewer, writer, entrepreneur, and Tony-nominated producer. A Kentucky native, Kentucky Colonel, and Forbes 30 Under 30 listmaker, his passion for drinks ...

Cocktail Queries is a Paste series that examines and answers basic, common questions that drinkers may have about mixed drinks, cocktails and spirits. Check out every entry in the series to date. It’s ...

The point of the Abraham Bowman Oak Series is to highlight the effects that different types of wood have on a whiskey’s flavor. “We know American white oak as today’s trusted wood for aging whiskey, ...

One aspect of maturation, however, is rarely highlighted. Low-entry barrel proof dramatically impacts a whiskey’s texture and flavor. Below is an overview of the practice and how it shapes a whiskey.

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One of the things Americans are known for, one of our greatest contributions to the world, is bourbon. We’re one of the best ...