by Don Williams | Apr 8, 2022 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, What's New at Charlie's
One of the things that have become really clear being able to sample and review many different whiskeys is the fact that many companies are introducing bourbon sourced from Indiana. This is not a bad thing, just something that every whiskey drinker should be aware of....
by Don Williams | Apr 1, 2022 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon history, Bourbon Information
The importance of yeast in bourbon is a story of how yeast is necessary for fermentation. Humans began using yeast dating back thousands of years ago. Ancient Egyptians used it to make bread but thought the finished product resulted from a miracle. As we know it...
by Don Williams | Mar 25, 2022 | Bourbon review, Kentucky Bourbon Trail, What's New at Charlie's
Bardstown Bourbon Company and Founders KBS beer combine to be one of my favorite barrel-finished bourbons I have tried. This collaboration works to perfection. Before we examine this bourbon, we must look at the members of this unique partnership. Bardstown Bourbon...
by Don Williams | Mar 18, 2022 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, What's New at Charlie's
Yes, everyone, this really is a bourbon but with an Irish Whiskey twist. Kentucky Owl St. Patrick’s Edition combines unique bourbons that are blended to achieve similarities to an Irish spirit. It is a special edition release. Kentucky Owl St. Patrick’s Day...
by Don Williams | Mar 11, 2022 | Distilleries, Irish Whiskey, Whiskey
Whiskey Green Rivers and Saint Patrick In honor of St. Patrick’s Day which is fast approaching, is a short history lesson on this holiday celebrated by millions. St. Patricks Day has been celebrated by the Irish as a religious holiday for over 1000 years. The Catholic...
