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...
by Don Williams | Oct 25, 2018 | Bourbon Bars, Bourbon Tasting
The Bourbonfool will be presenting two new tastings in the month of November. Both events are open to the public and a limited number of tickets are on sale now. Watch for additional information in our upcoming events section. Saturday, November 10 at...
by Don Williams | Oct 4, 2018 | Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Experiencing more than 40 tours at multiple distilleries gives you a great perspective on what makes a great distillery tour. The ability to communicate a story coupled with knowledge and completed with warmth and hospitality is the perfect combination. This...
by Don Williams | Sep 27, 2018 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
I have been to the Wild Turkey distillery multiple times but only once did I meet Jimmy Russell “The Master Distiller’s Master Distiller.” Spending time with Bourbon Hall of Fame and Whiskey Hall of Fame member Jimmy Russell is being among bourbon royalty. For...
by Don Williams | Sep 20, 2018 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
A Family of Bourbon brands means just that. Many recognizable brands are produced by one company. A favorite distillery to visit in Kentucky is Buffalo Trace owned by the Sazerac Company. Located in Frankfort, Kentucky the location was formerly...
