by Don Williams | Nov 22, 2018 | Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
During my just completed visit to Kentucky, I made it a point to visit the “new” Old Forester Distilling Company. There was a lot of buzz about the experience since it opened on June 15 of this year, so we scheduled a tour for our first day in Louisville. Old Forester...
by Don Williams | Nov 8, 2018 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
Here are a few examples of a bourbon glass with class. The Glencairn When you attend a distillery tour and then enjoy the tasting portion it is very likely you are going to sample your bourbon in a special glass. There are many types of glassware used, but I...
by Don Williams | Nov 1, 2018 | Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
As I speak to groups about bourbon, almost all of the people present have never heard of Lux Row Distillers. It is not until we begin to discuss the names of the various brands produced by Lux Row that people associate the distillery with the bourbons. You see that...
by Don Williams | Oct 25, 2018 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
I know that we are still in October but as everyone knows the holidays arrive quickly and I have a suggestion for a holiday gift for bourbon enthusiasts. In 2008, Willett Pot Still Reserve became available in a bottle fashioned to resemble a Pot Still. This iconic...
by Don Williams | Oct 11, 2018 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon Trivia
I try to find unique facts about bourbon and whiskey whenever I can and I wonder are these the top 10 whiskey quotes of all time? It is interesting to see the mention of bourbon and whiskey throughout aspects of everyday life. Bourbon placement in the...
