by Don Williams | Jul 12, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, What's New at Charlie's
Want to understand what the term “HONEY BARREL” really means? Here is your opportunity to compare an off-the-shelf small-batch bourbon with a single-barrel selection from the same brand. Be sure to sign up for this exceptional bourbon tasting!
by Don Williams | Apr 19, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour
A Chronological History of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail I have been actively visiting distilleries on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail for many years. It was not too many years ago that you could complete the trail by visiting a total of seven distilleries. This number...
by Don Williams | Mar 29, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
Penelope bourbons and whiskeys are a fast-growing, in-demand brand with much industry buzz. The recent acquisition by parent company MGP through their Lux Row affiliate gives Penelope broad appeal. Comparison Tasting Videos My good friend Charlie Berry and I reviewed...
by Don Williams | Mar 21, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon News, Bourbon Travel
Chateau Bourbon One of Kentucky’s most unique lodging options is the bourbon-themed Chateau Bourbon. As the only Bed & Breakfast chosen as an official partner of the Kentucky Bourbon Trial, this property is located in the east Louisville, Kentucky,...
by Don Williams | Feb 29, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Unique Bottles
Penelope Bourbon In 2018, a husband and wife from New Jersey entered the spirits business and honored their baby daughter. They knew Penelope was her soon-to-be name and partnered with friends to create a whiskey brand. Sourcing whiskey from MGP and Bardstown Bourbon...
by Don Williams | Feb 16, 2024 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Information, Bourbon Personalities
Elmer T. Lee created Blanton’s in honor of Albert Blanton under the direction of then-distillery owners Ferdie Falk and Robert Baranaskas. Blanton’s bourbon has become an iconic brand with an almost mythical following. Elmer Tandy Lee Typically, you will...
