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Blood Oath Pact Number Six
This week we will continue to talk about barrel finished bourbon and Blood Oath Pact Number Six may be one of the best barrel finished products I have ever tasted. I recently sampled this product, and it was an awakening to me about what barrel finishing could...
From the Cellars of Lincoln Henderson
Some may recognize the phrase from the cellars of Lincoln Henderson immediately. Others may have heard the name but cannot place it. However, Lincoln Henderson is a name to recognize for anyone who has tasted Woodford Reserve or Jack Daniel’s Gentleman Jack whiskey....
We Have a Winner!
Thank you to everyone that entered our first ever contest to win an authentic Bourbonfool Designs shelf sitter. Our lucky winner drawn from all of the entries is Todd Hoerauf. Todd will be receiving his Bourbon is not Cancelled shelf sitter very soon. BOURBON IS NOT...
REASONS TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL BOURBON DAY
For many people finding reasons to celebrate National Bourbon Day would not even cross their minds. However, multitudes of people staying in place because of state-mandated lockdowns can begin to see some level of normalcy. Just this week, we could start...
Not as Neat by Using a Bourbon Mixer
Everyone that has experienced one of my tastings understands that I like my bourbon neat. Researching not as neat by using a bourbon mixer really took me away from my comfort zone. When I was growing up, there was little mention of bourbon in my home. I remember the...
My Top 10 Bourbons You Should Have
My Top 10 Bourbons you should have are both affordable and findable. Many might disagree with my choices, but these are personal favorites. The goal was not to create a list that is impossible to find or difficult to afford. The goal was to give all of you an outline...
A Look at Rye Whiskey in America
A look at Rye Whiskey in America Bourbon has deep roots in our country, but we need to take a look at rye whiskey in America. Scotch-Irish Immigrants were used to distilling with barley. When they realized that it did not grow well in the North American climate, they...
Bourbonfool News
First of all, thanks to everyone who attended last week's online tasting. Not only was it great to have members of Bourbon Women Michigan, but it was also exciting to hear from Maker's Mark and Beam Suntory. We are working on a new Youtube video that will be available...
DO NOT MISS THIS EVENT!
This is a great opportunity to learn from Maker's Mark Diplomat Greta Harper. You will appreciate her knowledge and her approach to enjoying bourbon. We will look at two very different mashbills from the iconic brands of Jim Beam and Maker's Mark. Throw in some...
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