Every year, we taste hundreds of bottles to build the guides we wish existed. From the best bourbons at every price to standout ryes and American single malts, these guides highlight the bottles we confidently recommend.
Whether you’re building your first shelf or searching for your next great pour, you’ll find our latest recommendations here.
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The Whiskey That Actually Deserves Whiskey of the Year
After a full year of tasting, reviewing, and debating bottles across bourbon, rye, finished whiskey, and value categories, we crown the one whiskey that truly rose above the rest.
The Most Overrated Whiskies of 2025 (And What to Buy Instead)
We put a lot of whiskies to the test this year and a few of them didn’t hold up. We’ll show you why these bottles missed the mark and what you should buy instead. These are our most overrated whiskies of 2025.
10 Bourbons You Should Be Drinking (or Hunting) Right Now
We’ve poured a lot of bourbon since launching Artfully Bourbon, and today we’re revealing 10 whiskies you should be drinking, or hunting, right now. No unicorn hype, just the pours that live on our shelf and deserve a spot on yours.
The Best Whiskies You Should Be Drinking This Fall + Easy Cocktails
Looking for the best bourbons and cocktails to drink this fall? We’ve got three bottles we’re reaching for right now, two bourbons and a rye that bring all the flavor, spice, and warmth you want this season.
Ranking Kentucky Distilleries by Their Best Mid-Tier Bourbon
We’re back ranking Kentucky’s biggest distilleries—this time with their mid-tier bourbons.
Ranking Kentucky Distilleries by Their Best Budget Bourbon
We’re ranking Kentucky’s legendary distilleries by their BEST budget bourbon. We selected one affordable bottle that we believe represents the distillery at its finest, and then we ranked them head-to-head.
The Best Whiskey to Beat the Summer Heat
In this episode, we break down the best summer-ready whiskeys, from bright and fruity sippers to cocktail-friendly standouts, and even a few high-proof heat-lovers that somehow still work in the sun.
6 Whiskies You Need to be Drinking Right now
From underrated bottles to surprising standouts, we’re sharing 6 of our current favorite bourbons for sipping neat, mixing, or just enjoying any night of the week.
The Top 6 Most Versatile Whiskies: Sippers & Mixers
Looking for the best whiskey that works both neat and in cocktails? In this episode, we each pick 3 whiskies, a bourbon, a rye, and a wildcard pick to find the most versatile bottles out there.
Don’t Get Ripped Off: Affordable Alternatives to High-Priced Bourbons
Tired of overpriced bourbons? In this episode, we reveal affordable alternatives to high-priced bottles. Save money, skip the hype, and discover budget-friendly bourbons that deliver big flavor.