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Apple Whiskey: Proof, Types, and Drink Math

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best Apple Whiskey

Apple whiskey is store English, not a TTB class. Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple is 35% on Brown-Forman’s US product-info sheet. Crown Royal Regal Apple is 35% on crownroyal.com. Not a ranking.

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Old Forester 86-Proof Bourbon Review (In-Depth 2023 Guide)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Old Forester 86 Proof Bourbon Review

When it comes to history and origin, Old Forester has something to boost around, which can be its edge over the other brands. This Old Forester 86 Proof bourbon review…

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What Time Can You Buy Alcohol in Illinois?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Lab-journal clocks for Chicago default 2:00 a.m. alcohol stop, noting Illinois hours are local.

Illinois hours are local. Chicago’s default is no sales 2–7 a.m. Monday–Saturday and 3–11 a.m. Sunday. Other towns set their own clocks.

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What Is a New Bourbon Release?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best New Bourbon Releases

Later-bottling English, not IBA. Leftover 5.143. Leftover IBA OF 45 mL. Unused 2023 calendar ranking. Unused invented 2026 #1 crown.

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Best Scotch for Beginners

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best Scotch for Beginners

Scotch is aged at least 3 years in Scotland. US grocery blends (Johnnie Walker Red/Black, Dewar’s) and many 12-year malts print 40% ABV — one drink per 1.5 oz. Peat is flavor, not extra proof. Not a ranking.

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Texas Bourbon: What the Label Has to Mean

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Best Texas Bourbon

Texas bourbon is origin, not a TTB class. Garrison Brothers Small Batch prints 94 proof on garrisonbros.com. Not a ranking.

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Jack Daniel’s Bonded vs Triple Mash: What’s the Difference?

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Jack Daniels Bonded vs Jack Daniels Triple Mash Whiskey

Both print 100 proof on Brown-Forman’s US sheet. Bonded is Tennessee whiskey. Triple Mash is a blend of straight whiskeys. Not a score.

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What is Going On With Buffalo Trace & Yellowstone? Explained

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
What is Going on With Buffalo Trace and Yellowstone

Buffalo Trace has been in the spotlight since it’s been featured on the fifth season premiere of Costner’s “Yellowstone.” So what’s going on with Buffalo Trace and Yellowstone…

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Larceny Barrel Proof A122 Bourbon Review (2023 Updated)

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Larceny Barrel Proof A122 Bourbon Review

Released thrice a year on a limited basis, Larceny is a signature label of Heaven Hill. In this Larceny Barrel Proof A122 bourbon review, we’ll show you…

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Colonel E.H. Taylor Small Batch: What the Label Has to Mean

September 11, 2026 by Lydia Martin
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch Review

Official E.H. Taylor Small Batch 100 / 50%, Mash Bill #1, straight. 100 ≠ BiB. Allocated. No street.

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