by Don Williams | Jul 16, 2021 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Trivia, Michigan Distilleries
We often get to talk about two of our favorite passions, whiskey, and Classic Rock. However, Three Chord Whiskey Drummer is the perfect combination of perfectly tuned taste and rock and roll. Three Chord makes a handcrafted whiskey that is flavorful, powerful,...
by Don Williams | Jul 9, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Trivia
I am not sure why bourbon distilleries sell shot glasses? In my early visits to distilleries, I found that the unique shapes and sizes of “branded” shot glasses were a great keepsake commemorating the experience. I continued to pursue this passion until I...
by Don Williams | Jul 2, 2021 | Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon review, Bourbon Trivia
A Celebrity Whiskey List Worth Reviewing In today’s whiskey mad world, there are a lot of celebrity brands in the marketplace. If you were to include tequila and vodka, the list would be a lot longer. Today, we are going to talk about celebrity-owned or endorsed...
by Don Williams | Feb 5, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Trivia
Today’s marketplace is flush with whiskey brands, old and new, but what is your favorite “Old” Whiskey?. This list includes Bourbon, Tennessee Whiskey, and Rye Whiskey. It is an engaging and fun exercise to review some Old whiskey. Nine of my...
by Don Williams | Jan 28, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon review, Bourbon Trivia, Distilleries
Cream of Kentucky is enjoying a rebirth at Jim Rutledge’s hands, but do you know the artistry behind Cream of Kentucky Bourbon? A company based in Cincinnati, Ohio, introduced the Cream of Kentucky brand in 1888. As prohibition was winding down, the Schenley...
by Don Williams | Jan 8, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Trivia
The artistry of barrel making is a skill that dates back more than four thousand years but is still relevant today. Coopers are barrel makers, and they have played a valuable role in American history. When the Mayflower sailed to America, there was an onboard...