by Don Williams | Sep 11, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Personalities
The Beam Family’s Bourbon Heritage The Beam Family’s Bourbon Heritage is a fascinating look at one family’s contribution to Kentucky Bourbon. Most people are aware of the Jim Beam brand and its leading role in the industry. Many members of the family...
by Don Williams | Jun 12, 2020 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon history, Bourbon Trivia
For many people finding reasons to celebrate National Bourbon Day would not even cross their minds. However, multitudes of people staying in place because of state-mandated lockdowns can begin to see some level of normalcy. Just this week, we could start...
by Don Williams | May 21, 2020 | Bourbon review, Distilleries
A look at Rye Whiskey in America Bourbon has deep roots in our country, but we need to take a look at rye whiskey in America. Scotch-Irish Immigrants were used to distilling with barley. When they realized that it did not grow well in the North American climate, they...
by Don Williams | May 8, 2020 | Bourbon News, Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon Tasting
This is a great opportunity to learn from Maker’s Mark Diplomat Greta Harper. You will appreciate her knowledge and her approach to enjoying bourbon. We will look at two very different mashbills from the iconic brands of Jim Beam and Maker’s Mark. Throw in...
by Don Williams | Mar 13, 2020 | Bourbon News, Bourbon Travel
For all of my bourbonfool.com readers. To save you time and disappointment please note this Bourbon Travel Caution. Please be aware that Beam Suntory announced that they are suspending distillery tours at Jim Beam and Makers Mark. Brown Forman also announced that the...
