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 | Jan 31, 2019 | Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour
Whiskey Row Truck at the Kentucky Artisan Distillery The Kentucky Artisan Distillery, located in Crestwood, Kentucky is a must visit for many reasons. First, it is the official home of the Jefferson’s brand of bourbon’s. Secondly, the distillery is a blend of...
by Don Williams | Dec 6, 2018 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Travel, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
During presentations I am often asked about visiting Kentucky and where does the Kentucky Bourbon Trail begin? Historically, I would tell them to start where it was most convenient based on their travels. It would depend on whether they would be close to...
by Don Williams | Nov 15, 2018 | Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour
To me, it is very interesting to know that for about ninety-five years there was no bourbon made in Bourbon County Kentucky. That all changed in 2014 when Andrew Buchanan decided to pursue a dream in a building that previously housed a grain purveyor and a Chevy...
by Don Williams | Nov 1, 2018 | Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
As I speak to groups about bourbon, almost all of the people present have never heard of Lux Row Distillers. It is not until we begin to discuss the names of the various brands produced by Lux Row that people associate the distillery with the bourbons. You see that...
by Don Williams | Oct 25, 2018 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
I know that we are still in October but as everyone knows the holidays arrive quickly and I have a suggestion for a holiday gift for bourbon enthusiasts. In 2008, Willett Pot Still Reserve became available in a bottle fashioned to resemble a Pot Still. This iconic...