The Bourbon Network vs Whiskey Library
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Bourbon Network
Discover bourbon drops and track local store activity. Find rare bottles, share real-time check-ins with other enthusiasts, and know what's on the shelf before you visit.
- Discover stores carrying bourbon
- Track rare bottle drops
- Real-time check-ins from users
- Share store visit photos and notes
- Favorite preferred stores
- Build bourbon hunter reputation
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The Bourbon Network is the fastest way to discover bourbon drops near you. Built for bourbon hunters, this app helps you find rare bottles, track local store activity, and share real-time check-ins with other enthusiasts. Know what’s on the shelf before you walk in. FEATURES: • Discover stores carrying bourbon in your area • Follow bottles like Stagg, Weller, and Pappy's • See real-time check-ins and bottle drops • Share photos and notes from store visits • Favorite your go-to stores • Build your reputation as a bourbon hunter Whether you’re chasing rare allocations or just looking for your next great bottle, The Bourbon Network gives you the edge. This is Bourbon Hunting, Refined. --- Disclaimer: The Bourbon Network does not sell alcohol. This app is a community platform for sharing information about bourbon availability. Must be 21+ to use.
Whiskey Library
Explore a vast whiskey catalog, build your personal collection with tasting notes, and share your experiences with a community of enthusiasts. Discover new bottles, track your favorites, and engage in discussions.
- Discover whiskey bottles
- Build and manage personal collection
- Record tasting notes and ratings
- Share reviews and community posts
- AI label recognition for bottle suggestions
- Dark/light appearance options
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Discover whiskey with Whiskey Library. FIND YOUR NEXT BOTTLE Explore a bourbon-forward catalog with craft discoveries and familiar favorites. Search by name or scan a barcode. Optional AI label recognition can help suggest a bottle from a photo; check the result before adding it. BUILD YOUR COLLECTION Save the bottles you own and want to try. Record personal ratings and tasting notes, and revisit your collection when you need it. Add a private custom bottle when you cannot find it in the catalog. SHARE YOUR IMPRESSIONS Publish reviews and community posts, join conversations, and follow other members. Reporting and blocking tools are available in the app. MAKE IT YOURS Choose dark or light appearance, edit your profile, and track library milestones. Each member receives a member number. An account is required. Online lookup, community and synchronization require an internet connection. AI label-photo sharing is optional. Guided bottle drafts save progress and photos on your device; supported draft data and photos also sync privately when saved online. You can keep a bottle private or submit it for public catalog review. For adults of legal drinking age. Please enjoy responsibly.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Whiskey Library at 5.0 against The Bourbon Network's 1.0. The Bourbon Network's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Whiskey Library holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
| Parameter | The Bourbon Network | Whiskey Library |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Cali Bourbon Club LLC | Whiskey Library LLC |
In-app purchases
The Bourbon Network
No in-app purchases
Whiskey Library
No in-app purchases
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