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Go beyond the bottle. From blind tastings and bourbon hunts to distillery visits, challenges, and the stories behind America's whiskey, we explore the people, places, and pours that make bourbon worth discovering.
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Weller Tier List: Overrated, Overpriced, or Legendary?
The Weller lineup might be the most debated collection of wheated bourbons in the world. From Weller Special Reserve and Antique 107 to Weller 12 Year, Full Proof, C.Y.P.B., and Single Barrel, we’re ranking the core Weller expressions in one full tier list.
The Blind Truth About Our Favorite Whiskies
In this episode of Artfully Bourbon, we blind taste a couple go-to bourbons (or ryes) to see which ones actually hold up without labels, hype, or price bias.
How We Decide Which Four Roses Barrel Makes the Cut
We go behind the scenes of a Four Roses Private Selection barrel pick, breaking down how we taste, compare, and narrow down barrels to find the one that truly stands out.
We Blind Tasted Sazerac Rye Full Proof / Does It Compete?
Sazerac Rye just went full proof and that begs a question: does it actually compete with today’s best ryes, or is it just a stronger version of a familiar name?
Artistry of the Maker: Inside Maker’s Mark & the Secrets of Star Hill Farm
Step inside one of the most iconic bourbon distilleries in the world as we explore the hidden artistry behind Maker’s Mark. From the Kentucky hills to Star Hill Farm, this documentary goes deep into the history, craft, and innovation that shaped one of America’s most beloved whiskeys.
Heaven Hill Grain-to-Glass Blind Battle / Which Specialty Barrel Is Actually Worth It?
In today’s episode, we blind taste the brand-new Heaven Hill Grain-to-Glass Specialty Barrel Series to see which bottle truly delivers on flavor, balance, and value.
Bourbon Hunt Road Trip / Searching for Treasure from MO to KY
Join us on a bourbon hunt road trip as we search for hidden whiskey gems on the way to Kentucky. From surprise store picks to unexpected finds, this adventure proves two adults can still believe in treasure maps. Buckle up and sip along.
The Ultimate Buffalo Trace Tier List / What’s Actually Worth the Hype?
From Weller and E.H. Taylor to Blanton’s, Eagle Rare, and the namesake bottle itself, we’re ranking the entire Buffalo Trace lineup to see what’s truly worth hunting…and what’s just riding the hype train.
Early Times vs. Cooper’s Craft / Who’s the Bottom Shelf King?
It’s a battle of budget bourbons. Early Times Bottled-in-Bond goes head-to-head with Cooper’s Craft 100 in a blind tasting to see which one truly rules the bottom shelf. We’re looking for value, balance, and flavor that punches above its price.
The Ultimate Double-Oaked Bourbon / Tier List
It’s a battle of the barrels. We’re ranking some of the best double-oaked and toasted bourbons, from everyday favorites to rare, limited-edition releases, to find out which truly nails that sweet, oaky perfection.
A Rye from the Road: Which State Does It Best?
We hit the road to see if great rye whiskey can come from outside Kentucky. Two new ryes. One classic staple. All blinded. All honest.
Bourbon Hunting in Kansas: The Land of Oz (or Weller?)
Bourbon hunting in Kansas? You bet. We set out on the yellow brick road to see if the Land of Oz is also the land of Weller, and along the way, we uncovered what might just be the best bourbon in Kansas. From local hidden gems to classic favorites, this hunt had plenty of surprises in store.
The Ultimate Wheated Bourbon / Tier List
We’re putting wheated bourbons to the test in the ultimate tier list, ranking everything from iconic pours to bottles that might not deserve the hype, from Maker's-style wheaters to cult favorites like Pappy's relative. We'll debate which belong in S-Tier glory and which fall flat.
The Ultimate Bottom Shelf Bourbon Battle
What’s the best whiskey under $25? We blinded 19 bottles over 5 grueling rounds to answer that very question.
Starting a Bourbon Collection: The $100 Challenge
Can you really build a bourbon collection with just $100? See how far $100 can go in today’s bourbon world.
The Best Bottled-In-Bond Bourbon / Tier List
We built the ultimate Bottled-in-Bond bourbon tier list—ranking classics like E.H. Taylor, Old Forester, Henry McKenna, Early Times, and more.
Bourbon Hunting in New Orleans / Rare Bottles Discovered
Join Scott as he hits the streets of New Orleans on Super Bowl Weekend in search of the best bourbon finds, rare bottles, and hidden gems. Will he strike gold, or will NOLA’s bourbon scene leave him wanting more?
The Ultimate Wild Turkey Ranking: Rare, Limited, Beloved…and a Legend
We poured and blinded Wild Turkey's most iconic and sought-after bottles- Wild Turkey 12 Year, Kentucky Spirit Single Barrel, the new 70th Anniversary edition, and a surprise guest: Russell's Reserve 13 year.