For bourbon lovers, the hunt for balance never really ends. Some chase older age statements for deep oak and complexity. Others swear by younger, livelier pours that keep more of the grain’s natural sweetness. But in my experience — and for many enthusiasts — the real magic often happens right…
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction: Why the Mash Bill MattersWhat Is a Mash Bill?The Key Grains and Their Flavor ContributionsCommon Mash Bill Types by Whiskey StyleHow Mash Bills Influence FlavorMash Bill Examples from Popular BrandsExperimental & Unique Mash BillsWhy It Matters to Whiskey DrinkersFinal Thoughts: Decoding the Whiskey CodeJoin the…
Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionWhat Is Bourbon?What Is American Single Malt Whiskey?Key Differences: Bourbon vs. American Single MaltWhy American Single Malt Is Gaining MomentumDistilleries Leading the ASM RevolutionASM vs. Scotch: A Different BreedThe Future of American WhiskeyShould Bourbon Fans Care About ASM?Final ThoughtsJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction I…
Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionWhat Defines Bourbon?What Defines Rye Whiskey?Bourbon vs. Rye Taste: Sweet vs. SpicyHow Aging Impacts Bourbon vs. RyeRegional Rye Whiskey Styles in the U.S.Canadian Rye: A Different ApproachBourbon vs. Rye in CocktailsWhich Should You Choose?Final Thoughts: Bourbon vs. RyeJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction Bourbon vs.…
Table of Contents Toggle What Is Tequila?Tequila Types Explained🥃 Partida Añejo🥃 Cape Horn Añejo🍹 Loca Loka Reposado🍹 Bribón Reposado🍹 Cape Horn ReposadoJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Whether you're sipping neat or shaking up a fresh margarita, finding the right tequila makes all the difference. I recently had the chance…
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction: Cut Through the Whiskey JargonSingle BarrelSmall BatchBottled-in-Bond (BIB)Cask Strength / Barrel ProofAge StatementConclusion: Knowledge Is Power (And Better Whiskey Choices)Join the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction: Cut Through the Whiskey Jargon Whiskey can be deliciously complex. But let’s face it—so can the terminology. Whether you're…
Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionThe Legacy and Growth of Buffalo TraceBuffalo Trace Mashbills ExplainedSection 1: Core & Everyday Buffalo Trace BourbonsSection 2: The Weller Family (The Pappy Connection)Section 3: The E.H. Taylor LineSection 4: Single Barrel Royalty (Blanton’s, Rock Hill Farms, Elmer T. Lee)Section 5: The Buffalo Trace Antique Collection…
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction: Why Bourbon Labels MatterWhat Information Is Required on a Bourbon Label?Key Bourbon Label Terms ExplainedHow to Use Labels to Find Bourbon You’ll Actually LikeCommon Marketing Terms (and Whether They Matter)Tips for Spotting Value BourbonConclusion: Reading Labels Like a ProJoin the Bourbinsane Family on Patreon! Introduction:…
Table of Contents Toggle Introduction: Is the Golden Age of Bourbon Fading?Part 1: The Rise of the Modern Bourbon Boom (2010–2022)Part 2: Signs of a Slowdown (2023–2025)Part 3: What the Data Really SaysPart 4: Is This a Correction or a Crash?Part 5: Bourbon’s Future: What to Watch ForConclusion: Boom, Bubble,…
Table of Contents Toggle IntroductionA Brief History of the Old Fashioned1. Keeper’s Heart Old Fashioned – A Marriage of Smooth and Spicy2. Chicken Cock Rye Old Fashioned – Old School Meets Spice3. Old Grand-Dad 114 Old Fashioned – The PowerhouseComparing the Three: Personality in the PourA Few Bartender’s TipsConclusion: One…