by Don Williams | Aug 28, 2026 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon Tasting, Kentucky, Rye Whiskey, Unique Bottles
One of the trends I have been personally following is “cigar style” bourbons and whiskeys.I have been doing research on different tobacco blends in cigars and how they compare to various bourbons. If you’ve spent any time looking at new bourbon and...
by Don Williams | Jun 26, 2026 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
Every year, there are a handful of whiskey releases that immediately capture my attention. The annual Michter’s Legacy Series is always near the top of that list. While some limited releases rely on clever marketing or flashy packaging, Shenk’s Homestead...
by Don Williams | Feb 27, 2026 | American History, Bourbon history, Bourbon Tasting, History, Unique Bottles, Whiskey, Whisky history
This week, I was able to sample some very different whiskeys with one common trait: each was a Chicken Cock bottle. From Cotton Club Rye to their Wheated bourbon, each was very interesting. I especially enjoyed Miller’s Reserve Whiskey. So, here is a deeper look at...
by Don Williams | Dec 1, 2025 | Bourbon Bars, Bourbon News, Bourbon Tasting
Do you want to taste some Blanton’s Bourbon so rare that it is not sold in the United States? Do you want to learn the truth about Blanton’s and why it has been very difficult to find? You can do all of this at the exquisite Ebenezer Speakeasy in downtown...
by Don Williams | Sep 13, 2025 | Bourbon Bars, Bourbon Information, Bourbon Tasting
I am excited to host a Blind Bourbon Tasting at the best-kept secret in Downtown Plymouth, Michigan, at Michigan’s Premier Speakasy – The EBENEZER. The tasting will be held on Tuesday, September 30th. Tickets are available at this LINK Our tasting of four...
by Don Williams | Apr 4, 2025 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon Tasting, Whiskey
How to taste Bourbon Whiskey In my experience of tasting bourbon, some were good, some excellent, and some were less than average. However, I learned to look for specific nuances that became easier for me to identify. Today, after tasting over 400 different whiskeys,...
