Bourbon Journal
This is your front-row seat to Artfully Bourbon’s latest content — from blind tastings to bourbon hunts, challenges, and distillery stories. Pour a glass and explore America’s spirit, one episode at a time.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 BEST SINGLE BARREL BOURBON / Tier List
In this episode, we're ranking some of the best single barrel bourbons available today. Whether you're hunting for the perfect single barrel pour or wondering if the single barrel hype is justified, this tier list has you covered.
THE BEST 10-YEAR BOURBON / Tier List
In this episode, we're ranking some of the best 10-year-old bourbons on the market. Whether you're hunting for the perfect aged bourbon or wondering if a 10-year bottle is worth the hype, this tier list breaks it all down.
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.
DISCOVER THE TOP AMERICAN WHISKIES of 2024
We count down the top 8 whiskies of 2024, from bold bourbons to standout ryes, and we reveal the ultimate 2024 American Whiskey of the Year.
WORST WHISKIES You're Wasting Your Money On This Year
We're revealing the worst whiskies of 2024—overpriced, overhyped, and underwhelming. Find out which bottles to avoid and what to sip instead.