Table of Contents Toggle Background: The Whiskey Row SeriesBottle DetailsTasting NotesHow Much Would I Pay for Old Forester 1920?Is Old Forester 1920 Worth It?GalleryJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction Old Forester 1920 is widely regarded as the standout release from the brand’s Whiskey Row series—a collection that honors pivotal…
Table of Contents Toggle 🏝️ A Brief History of Rum: From Sugarcane Fields to Ship DecksKōloa Kaua‘i Coconut RumDos Maderas 5+3 Double Aged RumDon Q Oak Barrel Spiced Rum🧨 Final Thoughts: Why Rum Deserves the Spotlight on World Rum DayJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Raise your glass on July…
Table of Contents Toggle GalleryJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! FRANKFORT, Ky (July 9, 2025) – Buffalo Trace Distillery proudly introduces Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Distiller’s Council: a limited-edition, ultra-premium Kentucky Straight Bourbon born from the very spirit of the pioneer who helped define American whiskey. Crafted using equipment and…
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction: Unpacking Heaven Hill’s Bourbon EmpireSection 1: Entry-Level Bottles (Value Picks That Overdeliver)Section 2: Mid-Tier & Mass-Market FavoritesSection 3: Barrel Proof and Single Barrel StandoutsSection 4: High-End & Limited ReleasesSection 5: Allocated vs. Available — What Can You Actually Buy?Conclusion: Where to Start and What to…
Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionWhy Bourbon Belongs at Your 4th of July CelebrationBourbon Picks for Every 4th of July Occasion🥃 Bonus: Cocktail Ideas for a Crowd🧨 Tips for a Legendary Bourbon-Fueled 4th🎆 Final Thoughts: Raise a Glass to LibertyJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction Because nothing says 'America' like…
Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionWhat Is a Bourbon Batch?Why Batch Variations HappenTypes of Bourbon and Their Batch SensitivityReal-World Examples of Batch VariationHow to Identify a BatchIs Batch Variation a Bad Thing?How to Navigate Batch Variation as a Bourbon DrinkerFinal Thoughts: The Beauty of Bourbon VariationJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon!…
Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionBottle DetailsTasting NotesHow Much Would I Pay?Is Wild Turkey 8 Year 101 Worth It?GalleryJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction Wild Turkey 8 Year 101 marks a bold new chapter for one of Kentucky’s most iconic distilleries. While Wild Turkey 101 has long been a staple…
Table of Contents Toggle Bottle #1 – “A Wreck in Kentucky”Bottle #2 – “No Pressure Whiskey”Final Thoughts: Collectible Comics & Quality JuiceGalleryJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! What Exactly Is the MaltyVerse? Whiskey has always told a story—from grain to barrel to bottle. But what if the story wasn’t just flavor and history… but an…
Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionWhat Is Barrel Charring?The Science Behind CharringUnderstanding Char LevelsImpact on Whiskey FlavorCharring vs. ToastingReal-World ExamplesConclusionJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction When savoring a glass of whiskey, the rich tapestry of flavors—vanilla, caramel, smoke, spice—owes much to the barrel it matured in. A pivotal factor in…
Table of Contents Toggle Bottle DetailsTasting NotesHow Much Would I Pay?Is Old Fitzgerald 7 Year Worth It?GalleryJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction Few names in bourbon history carry the vintage weight and reverence of Old Fitzgerald. First introduced in 1870 by John E. Fitzgerald, the brand eventually came under…