by Don Williams | Feb 2, 2024 | Canadian Whisky, Whisky history
Undoubtedly, we understand and appreciate our native spirit, bourbon. However, taking a brief look at Canadian Whisky is an exciting exercise mainly because I will reveal the most unusual Canadian Whisky ever made. More about that in a little while. What is the...
by Don Williams | Jan 24, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon Tasting
A Night of Great Bourbon is the title of my upcoming educational tasting event. Thursday, February 22, 2024. 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. We return to the wonderful Lyon Theater in downtown South Lyon Michigan To purchase tickets, follow this link: PURCHASE TICKETS HERE We...
by Don Williams | Jan 12, 2024 | Bourbon News, Bourbon Tasting, What's New at Charlie's
My first Bourbon Tasting Event of 2024 will be held at one of the great bourbon bars in America. Charlie’s Still on Main in Milford, Michigan. Monday, January 22nd at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by contacting Charlie’s at 248-676-9978 This is a Bourbon...
by Don Williams | Jan 5, 2024 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon history, Bourbon Personalities, Unique Bottles
Charles Mortimer Dedman created Kentucky Owl in 1879 and was designated DSP 16. DSP is short for distilled spirits producer. Kentucky Owl was a known and flourishing brand that was popular until prohibition. Prohibition was enacted nationally on January 17, 1920, but...
by Don Williams | Dec 29, 2023 | Bourbon Travel, Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour
A Must-Visit Tasting Room Recently, I was exposed to and experienced the exciting and unique RD 1 release of bourbons. This group of four very different profiles is an excellent example of what is possible with quality whiskey and a vision. The four RD 1 whiskeys make...