In my decades of writing about alcohol, I’ve spent a lot of time drinking bourbon. I’ve visited iconic distilleries, enjoyed ...

I’ve been lucky enough to write about alcohol for the last 20 years. This has afforded me the opportunity to sample countless ...

Best top shelf If money is no object, the WhistlePig 12 Year Old World Rye Whiskey is great for drinking neat with its ensemble of balanced flavors thanks to its unique wine cask finishing.

Eight Bourbons are finalists in the Small Batch Aged Bourbon section of the 2025 SFWSC. Below are brief backgrounds and ...