by Don Williams | Aug 14, 2020 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon Tasting, Bourbon Trivia
After being asked multiple times if I had an infinity bottle going, I decided to take the plunge from bourbon to infinity. I tried to research the origins of infinity bottles and found a lot of varied information. The theory of the infinity bottle is to gather a...
by Don Williams | Jul 3, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon review, Distilleries
Many are familiar with the very popular Eagle Rare Bourbon produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort Kentucky. However, many are not aware of the history of this brand. How well do you know Eagle Rare? The first bottles of Eagle Rare did not come from Buffalo...
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 | Feb 6, 2020 | Bourbon News, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour
In 1999 the Kentucky Distillers Association formed the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, and I wonder if they envisioned the impressive growth of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail? During 1999, the distilleries were producing approximately four hundred and fifty thousand barrels. The...
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...
