by Don Williams | Mar 6, 2020 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon history, Bourbon review
Despite examining this topic previously, it is time for a new look at bottled in bond. March 3, 1897, the Bottled in Bond Act became law. It was significant in protecting the American consumer from rectifiers who sold whiskey that was dangerous. This act...
by Don Williams | Jan 10, 2020 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon News
Looking to purchase or rent a used bourbon barrel, then Motor City Barrels can help you out because you will find barrel decor at Motor City Barrels. Want to buy a custom engraved barrel head? They can do them. They can laser engrave many of their products and...
by Don Williams | Aug 1, 2019 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon history
Bourbon aging in a warehouse at the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery Lately, we have been receiving a lot of questions regarding barrels and barrel aging. Let’s take a fresh look at bourbon barrels. The beautiful color of bourbon and many of the complex flavors...
by Don Williams | Apr 17, 2019 | Bourbon basics, Distilleries
Many people do not understand why bourbons taste different despite being made from similar mash bills using the same selection of grains. Do you know why bourbons taste different? Bourbon must use at least 51% corn by definition. The typical grains used to complete...
by Don Williams | Apr 3, 2019 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon Trivia, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
A quick snapshot of the popularity of American Whiskey is evident by examining Bourbon by the numbers. Enjoy! Listed below is Bourbon by the Numbers 1.4 million tourists stopped at bourbon distilleries in Kentucky in 2018. $0 is the amount of State Spirits Excise Tax...
by Don Williams | Dec 20, 2018 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon history, Bourbon Trivia
Jim Beam continues to be the sales leader among bourbon What is the difference between bourbon and whiskey is a question always asked. However, I believe there is a better and more in depth definition than the typical “All bourbon is whiskey but not all...
