by Don Williams | Jul 31, 2026 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon review, Bourbon value, Cask Strength, Unique Bottles
It seems like every few months another celebrity announces a new bourbon brand. Some are deeply involved in creating their whiskey, while others simply lend their name to the label. As bourbon has become more popular over the last two decades, it has also become an...
by Don Williams | Jul 24, 2026 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon Information, Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon Travel, Bourbon value, What's New at Charlie's
One of the greatest rewards of my bourbon journey has been the people. Over the years, I have made lifelong friends, met legendary distillers, and experienced moments of bourbon history that I never imagined possible. Thankfully, those positive experiences far...
by Don Williams | Jun 5, 2026 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon News, Bourbon review, Bourbon value
I spent years telling people that bourbon wasn’t supposed to be this difficult. At hosted tastings, I tried to show people you did not have to break the bank to find pleasant, approachable bourbons. Somewhere along the way, buying whiskey turned into a scavenger...
by Don Williams | Nov 14, 2025 | Bourbon Gifts, Bourbon Information, Bourbon value, Unique Bottles
Holidays are the perfect excuse to share something special—or to open a bottle you’ve been saving for yourself. Great whiskey tells a story, and this season I’ve gathered five that each speak to craftsmanship, innovation, and regional pride. Whether you’re looking for...
by Don Williams | Jul 4, 2025 | Bourbon history, Bourbon review, Bourbon value
Celebrating Freedom: The U.S. Army, Whiskey Rations, and a 250th Anniversary Bourbon Worth Toasting Long before the fireworks and backyard cookouts, Independence Day started with a fight for freedom, and the United States Army was right at the heart of it. On June 14,...
by Don Williams | Oct 11, 2024 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon Information, Bourbon value, Whiskey product review
I have sampled many bourbons and whiskeys over the last year. However, I thought it would be important to acknowledge three surprising bourbons that stood out. My criteria I purposely selected bourbons that are affordable and available. It is easy to include a Boss...
