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The Bourbon Cheapskate, Vol. 18: Walmart vs. Weller (and Friends)

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Walmart has a new $19 bourbon on the shelf, so I threw it into a blind taste test with three other 90-proof bottles from the Buffalo Trace universe: Weller Special Reserve, Benchmark Small Batch, and Members Mark. Only one came out “good,” but all four proved something important about budget bourbon. Here’s how they ranked—and why the results weren’t surprising. Continue reading →

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The Bourbon Cheapskate, Vol. 15: When $30 Beats $70 — A Blind Surprise at 120 Proof

Posted on November 13, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

When you can find barrel-proof bourbon under $40, it’s hard not to get curious. So I blinded Wolcott Rickhouse Reserve (a 120-proof Total Wine “Spirits Direct” bottle) against three bourbons I already enjoy and that fall within a tight proof … Continue reading →

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Capnpen’s Ultimate Sip Challenge 2025: Round 1, Part 3

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

The first region of the 2025 Ultimate Sip Challenge is settled, and the results were mostly unsurprising – and delicious! The High-Proof/High Value Region did not disappoint, so now it’s time to see if it’s bottom-shelf counterpart can rise up … Continue reading →

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Capnpen’s Ultimate Sip Challenge 2025: Round 1, Part 2

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

The first two blinds of the 2025 Ultimate Sip Challenge are in the books, and it’s clear that there’s going to be at least one winner – me! I’ve already tasted some great bourbons, and there are eight more on … Continue reading →

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