by Don Williams | Apr 9, 2021 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
In today’s fast-paced bourbon marketplace David Nicholson Reserve equals good value. You can have a bourbon that does not break the bank for around forty dollars and provides an above-average drinking experience. Bourbon hunting Recent trips through Kentucky have...
by Don Williams | Mar 17, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon review, Distilleries
In honor of the recent St. Patrick’s Day celebration, we will look at the differences between Irish Whiskey and bourbon. History tells us that distillation began in Ireland in the eleventh century. There is a strong argument that Irish Whiskey pre-dates Scotch....
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 | Nov 6, 2020 | Bourbon review, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
The Bulleit Distilling Company visitor experience is open and welcoming visitors. Another adventure on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail that you need to add to your list of must-visit locations. This facility blends a state of the art distillery with a warm and welcoming...
by Don Williams | Oct 30, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Personalities, Distilleries
William Larue Weller was born to be in the whiskey business. Having inherited his whiskey genes from both sides of his family, he became a successful whiskey broker and rectifier. He began his first company as W.L. Weller and Brothers, eventually settling on W.L....
by Don Williams | Sep 18, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
The Bardstown Kentucky area has continued to grow and expand its reputation as a bourbon destination. Not only are there more lodging choices in the area, but a visit to the T.W. Samuels Distillery will soon be another bourbon quest. Historical and educational The...
