Whiskey Varieties Archives

Weller 12 Review and Guide: Does it Live up to the Hype? [2022]

Post author:Thea Engst
Post category:Bourbon

The Weller name has been associated with American whiskey and, specifically, wheated bourbon since the 1930s. While the company has had several iterations and was even briefly closed down, the…

Weller Special Reserve vs 12 Year: Who Wins? [2022]

Post author:Thea Engst
Post category:Bourbon

The Weller name has been well-respected in respect to bourbon in America since the 1930s. With a brief break from production in the '90s, this distillery has been a dependable…

How to Find the Best Sipping Bourbon [2022]

Post author:Candace Osmond
Post category:Bourbon

Did you know some bourbons were made just for sipping and some for drinking? In this guide, I will discuss what sipping bourbon is, how it’s made, and what makes…

Springbank Scotch Review and Guide: A Stellar Drink [2021]

Post author:Candace Osmond
Post category:Scotch

If you enjoy a glass of scotch at the end of each day as I do, this guide to Springbank Scotch is worth the read. I'm going to talk about…

Glenfiddich 14 Review and Guide: A Top-Notch Whiskey [2021]

Post author:Candace Osmond
Post category:Bourbon

If you like the sweet, smooth taste of bourbon like I do, I think you're going to enjoy the Glenfiddich 14. This 14-year-old bottle of single malt scotch whiskey matured…

Brandy vs Whiskey: Which Is Better For Your Collection?

Post author:Thea Engst
Post category:Whiskey Varieties

Brandy vs Whiskey: What They Are, Where They Came From, and How to Enjoy Them While whiskey has deep roots that are intricately tied in with American history, brandy is…

Cognac vs Bourbon: What’s the Difference?

Post author:Juan Alexander
Post category:Bourbon Whiskey Varieties

Many people have argued about the difference between cognac and bourbon in an attempt to determine which of them is the best. Before delving into the depths of this matter,…

Balvenie 17 Doublewood Review: Will You Like It?

Post author:Justin Caldwell
Post category:Scotch

Balvenie Malt Master David Stewart presents the Balvenie 17 Doublewood, a 17-year-old whiskey with some surprising flavors that we wanted to look closely at. From the heart of Speyside comes a 43% whiskey with fruity aromas for those who appreciate the taste of a mild whiskey with a good story. Released as an anniversary product, the Balvenie 17 Doublewood is a product created by perfecting another one, and it brings forth plenty of surprises for those who expected something cheaper-tasting.

How to Choose from Different Types of Whiskey

Welcome to the world of whiskey! You are now embarked on a journey that will bring your love for spirited drinks to a whole new level. For plenty of whiskey lovers, drinking is beyond a leisure activity: it’s a chance to delight the senses and experiment with tasting a variety of different flavors that are brought together by world-renown distilleries. However, since you are at the beginning of your journey, knowing w

Wild Turkey Decades Review – Is This The Bourbon You’re Looking For?

Post author:Justin Caldwell
Post category:Bourbon

There are some days when it’s nice to just kick back, relax, and enjoy a nice glass of your favorite bourbon. Whether you like it neat or mixed with some sweet tea (don’t knock it til you try it), there’s something about bourbon that helps take the edge off. Chances are good that you already have a preferred bourbon, but did you know that there are new and exciting blends and flavors regularly entering the market? One great example of this is Wild Turkey’s Decades bourbon. This interesting bourbon comes from one of the oldest distilleries in the United States, so we want to give it the attention it deserves. But before we get nose deep into the decades offering from Wild Turkey, let’s take a moment and discuss what makes it a bourbon.