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Bourbon, Service, and Sacrifice: When America’s Whiskey Answered the Call
Julian Van Winkle Jr. left his job at the Stitzel Weller Distillery to join the army. He commanded a tank battalion in the Philippines. He was awarded a Silver Star.
When Bourbon Influencers Get It Wrong
Truth, Hype, and the Cost of Bad Information Bourbon has always been built on stories. Some of them are true. Some of them are exaggerated. And lately, far too many of them are simply wrong. Spend a few minutes scrolling social media, and you’ll see it—confident...
Bourbon Resolutions for 2026
Slowing Down to Enjoy the Experience Every new year brings a familiar temptation for bourbon drinkers. New labels. Limited releases. Another bottle with a wax top or a story that promises greatness if you can just find it fast enough. For a long time, I played that...
Bourbon Christmas Legends
Bourbon Christmas Legends: Holiday Spirits from the Bluegrass to Prohibition Bourbon has always been more than a drink. It’s a storyteller—one that speaks in oak, fire, and patience. And in Kentucky, where winter settles over the hills and barns glow warm against the...
Michigan WAR DOG Memorial Fundraiser
On January 22nd, I am honored to participate in a special fundraiser supporting the Michigan WAR DOG Memorial. If you have never visited this memorial cemetery dedicated to War and Service Dogs, it is a powerful and humbling experience—one that pays tribute to the...
A Great December Bourbon Event
Do you want to taste some Blanton's Bourbon so rare that it is not sold in the United States? Do you want to learn the truth about Blanton's and why it has been very difficult to find? You can do all of this at the exquisite Ebenezer Speakeasy in downtown Plymouth,...
The Oldest Names in Bourbon
The Oldest Names in Bourbon: Separating History From Myth Every bourbon drinker has heard the claims.“Est. 1780.”“Since 1810.”“America’s oldest continuously produced bourbon.” Walk down any Kentucky rickhouse and you’ll see age-old names proudly stamped on barrels,...
Top Five Whiskeys to Gift or Enjoy This Holiday Season
Holidays are the perfect excuse to share something special—or to open a bottle you’ve been saving for yourself. Great whiskey tells a story, and this season I’ve gathered five that each speak to craftsmanship, innovation, and regional pride. Whether you’re looking for...
Whiskey in Lexington
I’ve visited Lexington more times than I can count, and every trip reminds me that this city has always had bourbon in its bones. Bardstown is known as the Bourbon Capital of the World; However, Lexington was making a name for itself by also making whiskey. The smell...
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