by Don Williams | Apr 4, 2024 | Bourbon News, Distilleries, Whiskey
The Call family of distillers has produced alcohol for eight generations. One of the most well-known and recognizable is Jacob Call, an 8th-generation master distiller: Jacob’s ancestor, Samuel Call, distilled whiskey on his Kentucky farm in the 1700s....
by Don Williams | Mar 21, 2024 | Bourbon Bars, Bourbon News, Bourbon Tasting
Next Wednesday, March 27, I will be hosting a tasting at The Canopy Lounge in Brighton, Michigan. This is Bourbonfools’ first event at the Canopy Lounge, and I hope you will join us for this fun and educational experience. The Canopy Lounge is located in...
by Don Williams | Mar 21, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon News, Bourbon Travel
Chateau Bourbon One of Kentucky’s most unique lodging options is the bourbon-themed Chateau Bourbon. As the only Bed & Breakfast chosen as an official partner of the Kentucky Bourbon Trial, this property is located in the east Louisville, Kentucky,...
by Don Williams | Feb 29, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Unique Bottles
Penelope Bourbon In 2018, a husband and wife from New Jersey entered the spirits business and honored their baby daughter. They knew Penelope was her soon-to-be name and partnered with friends to create a whiskey brand. Sourcing whiskey from MGP and Bardstown Bourbon...
by Don Williams | Feb 16, 2024 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Information, Bourbon Personalities
Elmer T. Lee created Blanton’s in honor of Albert Blanton under the direction of then-distillery owners Ferdie Falk and Robert Baranaskas. Blanton’s bourbon has become an iconic brand with an almost mythical following. Elmer Tandy Lee Typically, you will...