by Don Williams | Feb 21, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Trivia, Distilleries
During a recent bourbon tasting, a participant asked about the origin of the term rickhouse. I explained I was not sure, but specially constructed buildings known as rickhouses, rackhouses, or warehouses are in use to store and age bourbon. One way of storing barrels...
by Don Williams | Dec 12, 2019 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Trivia, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
During this time of the year, there are many festive gatherings and it may be a good time to have some bourbon trivia to dazzle your friends. Here are ten trivia questions I hope you will enjoy! Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon is a popular light-bodied 80 proof...
by Don Williams | Oct 31, 2019 | Bourbon Tasting, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
A Special Bourbon Weekend. It does not take a lot to stimulate a trip to Kentucky, but recently I was able to fulfill a special bourbon trip. I was able to travel this time with two of my best friends for a one of a kind trip. I had been encouraging my friend Larry to...
by Don Williams | Oct 10, 2019 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
If you are interested in our upcoming trip let us know ASAP. Only a few spots remain to see and experience Buffalo Trace Distillery and Four Roses Distillery in November. Join us on Friday, November 8 for two great experiences near Lexington, Kentucky. Every attendee...
by Don Williams | Oct 3, 2019 | Bourbon News, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
The Water Tower at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky I am very proud to announce that Bourbonfool.com subscribers are invited to join me and visit historic Buffalo Trace Distillery on Friday, November 8, 2019, beginning at 10 a.m. You will be able to...
