by Don Williams | Jul 15, 2020 | Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
When you get this post, we will be actively experiencing bourbon in Kentucky. The goal was to see what was happening at the distilleries during the current climate. Reduced hours of operation Many of the distilleries that we visit frequently have reduced operating...
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...
by Don Williams | Mar 6, 2020 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon history, Bourbon review
Despite examining this topic previously, it is time for a new look at bottled in bond. March 3, 1897, the Bottled in Bond Act became law. It was significant in protecting the American consumer from rectifiers who sold whiskey that was dangerous. This act...
by Don Williams | Feb 28, 2020 | Bourbon Personalities, Bourbon review, Bourbon Trivia
Bourbon, Cannons, and Cassius Clay Before we get into the details of Cassius Clay Bourbon, we need to tell you that the Cassius Clay featured here is indeed the man that Muhammed Ali was named after. Cassius Clay Bourbon Whiskey featuring a Cannon in honor of Cassius...
by Don Williams | Feb 13, 2020 | Bourbon Travel, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
I have always felt that the distillery campus in Loretto was picturesque and historic. After many visits, I wanted to experience Maker’s Mark through the eyes of a first-time visitor. Of my two guests, one was a long-time fan of Maker’s Mark and is in...