Meet Ethan Pope

I’ve reviewed hundreds of whiskies, visited distilleries across the country, and spent years building whiskey communities rooted in curiosity, transparency, and genuine connection.

As The Bourbon Bishop, I’m interested in more than tasting notes. I focus on the people behind the bottles, the decisions behind the blends, and the stories that make a whiskey worth remembering.

My background as a board-certified hospice music therapist has shaped how I approach both whiskey and writing—valuing substance over hype, authenticity over attention, and connection over clicks.

My goal is simple: help people discover better whiskey and help good whiskey find the audience it deserves.