by Don Williams | Mar 7, 2019 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Michigan Distilleries
53 gallon barrels aging at Long Road Distillers Long Road Distillers – First in Grand Rapids means it is the first distillery in the history of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Co founders Jon and Kyle have created spirits without cutting corners. We took the opportunity...
by Don Williams | Feb 21, 2019 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, Distilleries
Barton 1792 Barrel Select, Evan Williams Bottled in Bond, and Makers Mark Cask Strength Evan Williams bottled in bond is the first bourbon featured in a tale of three bourbons This 100 proof bourbon is a budget-minded selection from the Heaven Hill Distillery in...
by Don Williams | Jan 17, 2019 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
For our blending experiment. Makers Mark Cask Strength and Larceny. Yes blending bourbon is a trend. Much like a recently released bourbon a newer book about whiskey will get my attention. Yes, as a bourbonfool, I do like to read about bourbon and the title of my...
by Don Williams | Dec 13, 2018 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, Distilleries
Old Ezra 7 Bourbon from Lux Row Distillers About the brand In 1957 Jack Daniels was experiencing a boom in sales and subsequently was in short supply. A gentleman named Frank Silverman created a brand without a distillery. In 1957 the Ezra Brooks...
by Don Williams | Nov 29, 2018 | Bourbon review, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
This visit to the Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Shively Kentucky was long overdue. Not only is the distillery historically significant but the selection of bourbons produced is worth a discussion. Stitzel-Weller Distillery was founded in 1935 and became known as the...
by Don Williams | Nov 8, 2018 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Here are a few examples of a bourbon glass with class. The Glencairn When you attend a distillery tour and then enjoy the tasting portion it is very likely you are going to sample your bourbon in a special glass. There are many types of glassware used, but I...
