by Don Williams | Aug 4, 2023 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
SONO 1420 Artisan Distillers in South Norwalk, Connecticut have produced a very unique whiskey that is instantly memorable. The whiskey has a grain and nut taste that is truly memorable and different from any other whiskey I have sampled. Mash Bill A very handsome...
by Don Williams | Jul 28, 2023 | Bourbon Gifts, Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Whiskey product review
From the early beginnings of wineskin containers made with animal bladders cured with wax, humans have found ways to transport their liquids, including alcohol. In comparison, wineskin is a distant flask relative, but more recent predecessors of modern flasks actually...
by Don Williams | May 5, 2023 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Whiskey
As a whiskey enthusiast, I have always sought unique, high-quality spirits. Recently, I had the pleasure of trying several bottles of Blue Run Whiskey, a brand that has been making waves in the industry for its exceptional taste and elegant presentation. In this...
by Don Williams | Apr 14, 2023 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon review, Bourbon value
Bourbon has been a regulated spirit for quite some time. Bottled-in-bond is the most regulated of regulated whiskeys. However, bourbon rules in Missouri are in a league all by themselves. To be called a Missouri bourbon, you must follow stricter guidelines than in...
by Don Williams | Mar 17, 2023 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
The Changing Kentucky Distillery Landscape Blue Run Spirits To house Blue Run Spirits LLC, a new distillery and rickhouse are planned for Georgetown, Kentucky. Former Nike and Facebook executives have retained bourbon legend Jim Rutledge to oversee barrel selection,...
by Don Williams | Feb 13, 2023 | Bourbon Information, Whiskey product review
It is unusual for a neat bourbon drinker like myself to discuss bourbon and bitters. However, a recent introduction to a bottle of bitters helped to save a mediocre bottle of bourbon. I have buyer’s remorse on multiple bottles of bourbon because I never sampled...
