by Don Williams | Aug 18, 2023 | American History, Bourbon history, Bourbon review
I have been studying the early pioneer days in Kentucky and decided that the evolution of sipping whiskey was worth exploring. Understand that Kentucky was the wild west for a time in American History. Kentucky was home to Native American tribes, and then later, after...
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 | 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 14, 2023 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon review, Bourbon value
Bourbon has been a regulated spirit for quite some time. Bottled-in-bond is the most regulated of regulated whiskeys. However, bourbon rules in Missouri are in a league all by themselves. To be called a Missouri bourbon, you must follow stricter guidelines than in...