by Don Williams | Jun 11, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon review, Kentucky Bourbon Trail, Whiskey
Yes, there is a new Rare Breed at Wild Turkey, and it is a 112.2 proof premium rye whiskey. Release in 2020; this is a rye whiskey with a mash bill of 51% rye, 37% corn, and the balance of malted barley. We have a great video review at the end of this post. If you...
by Don Williams | Apr 30, 2021 | Bourbon News, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
Having the opportunity to select a barrel of bourbon is always exciting when you anticipate being able to sample quality bourbon. You look forward to the different flavor nuances of each barrel. However, having the opportunity to select a barrel of bourbon that is a...
by Don Williams | Apr 9, 2021 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
In today’s fast-paced bourbon marketplace David Nicholson Reserve equals good value. You can have a bourbon that does not break the bank for around forty dollars and provides an above-average drinking experience. Bourbon hunting Recent trips through Kentucky have...
by Don Williams | Apr 1, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
I usually do not spend a lot of time with flavored bourbon. Yes, I have tried them, and many of them do not do much for me. I like my bourbon straight and often neat and want to taste the spirit without adulteration. However, there is one “flavored”...
by Don Williams | Mar 26, 2021 | Bourbon Bars, Bourbon Travel, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
There are multiple hotels to stay in while you visit the Kentucky Bourbon Trail; however, there are only a choice few that have bars and bourbon selections worth discussing. The Campbell House in Lexington, Kentucky, is an excellent fit for your bourbon trip. This...