by Don Williams | Dec 1, 2025 | Bourbon Bars, Bourbon News, Bourbon Tasting
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...
by Don Williams | Nov 21, 2025 | American History, Bourbon history, Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon Trivia, History, Kentucky
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,...
by Don Williams | Nov 14, 2025 | Bourbon Gifts, Bourbon Information, Bourbon value, Unique Bottles
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...
by Don Williams | Oct 31, 2025 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Kentucky
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...
by Don Williams | Oct 16, 2025 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Information, Bourbon review
The Wild Turkey Legacy: From the Hills of Kentucky to the Master’s Keep Wild Turkey stands as one of Kentucky’s proudest bourbon names—a brand built on tradition, craftsmanship, and family. I’ve always enjoyed visiting the distillery perched high above the Kentucky...