by Don Williams | Jul 14, 2022 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Information, History, Whiskey
Most people, who visit bars regularly, do not know why it is called a bar? The origin and customs of your favorite bar can be traced back to colonial America. These American establishments were called public houses and taverns. As time progressed, a drinking...
by Don Williams | Apr 22, 2022 | Bourbon review, What's New at Charlie's, Whiskey
This is a brand with history. In fact, it survived prohibition despite not having a medicinal spirits permit. It became the house whiskey of the famous Cotton Club speakeasy in New York. The rights to Chickencock whiskey were purchased by a Canadian Company during...
by Don Williams | Mar 11, 2022 | Distilleries, Irish Whiskey, Whiskey
Whiskey Green Rivers and Saint Patrick In honor of St. Patrick’s Day which is fast approaching, is a short history lesson on this holiday celebrated by millions. St. Patricks Day has been celebrated by the Irish as a religious holiday for over 1000 years. The Catholic...
by Don Williams | Nov 5, 2021 | Bourbon review, Distilleries, Whiskey
Delicious Whiskey From the Mountain State It has been a couple of years since first visiting Smooth Ambler Spirits in Maxwelton, West Virginia. It is a treat to sample a new, delicious whiskey from Smooth Ambler. Old Scout Rye Whiskey finished in tawny port wine...
by Don Williams | Oct 1, 2021 | What's New at Charlie's, Whiskey
I did not think I would be doing an Irish whiskey story again until closer to next St. Patrick’s Day. However, I was allowed to sample two releases from the Walsh Distillery in Carlow, Ireland. Writers Tears and the Irishman are two of the brands originating from this...
by Don Williams | Sep 24, 2021 | Bourbon history, Michigan Distilleries, Whiskey
Straight Rye Whiskey And Cherry Bounce When watching an old western movie, the cowboys typically slammed the whiskey down and would have benefitted from straight rye whiskey and cherry bounce. There were no nuanced aromas or delicate flavors on your palate in a saloon...
