by Don Williams | Aug 18, 2023 | American History, Bourbon history, Bourbon review
I have been studying the early pioneer days in Kentucky and decided that the evolution of sipping whiskey was worth exploring. Understand that Kentucky was the wild west for a time in American History. Kentucky was home to Native American tribes, and then later, after...
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 | Jul 7, 2023 | Bourbon review, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Barrel finishing has become a common practice by distillers everywhere. You will find whiskey finished in wine casks of all varieties, whiskey finished in rum, cognac, craft beer, and even whiskey finished in another brand new barrel. However, one brand uses this...
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 28, 2023 | Bourbon review, Michigan Distilleries, What's New at Charlie's, Whiskey
High Five Spirits in Petoskey, and they have produced their first bourbon. Gypsy Whiskey is Pure Michigan throughout the entire process. Locally sourced corn combined with Michigan artesian well water is then distilled using stills made in Detroit. Multiple locations...
