by Don Williams | Jul 21, 2023 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon Tasting
Hi everyone. As August is fast upon us it is a reminder to let everyone know that the peak season for bourbon tastings is coming up quickly. I have been experiencing an increase in requests for bourbon events and July was already a very booked month. It was...
by Don Williams | Jul 7, 2023 | Bourbon review, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Barrel finishing has become a common practice by distillers everywhere. You will find whiskey finished in wine casks of all varieties, whiskey finished in rum, cognac, craft beer, and even whiskey finished in another brand new barrel. However, one brand uses this...
by Don Williams | Jun 16, 2023 | Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon Travel, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
The search for vintage bourbon is something that has excited me for some time. Typically, I have tasted vintage bourbon that was part of a private collection. There is now a must-stop in Kentucky to buy or sample vintage bourbon. When you have tasted more than three...
by Don Williams | Jun 9, 2023 | Bourbon News, Bourbon Tasting, Uncategorized, What's New at Charlie's
Recently, I have been noticing more and more misinformation in the public domain about bourbon. To me, trying to educate people with correct and factual information does not take much effort. I am officially starting a campaign against bourbon B.S. wherever it is...
by Don Williams | Apr 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
Occasionally, you run across a unique bottle containing some good bourbon whiskey. Green River is an interesting bottle of bourbon. This brand was well-established in the 1800s and has now been reintroduced to the marketplace. Today’s Green River is produced on the...