by Don Williams | Jun 17, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
I have written about Lexington and Bardstown, Kentucky’s bourbon influences; however, this blog will be about Louisville, Kentucky’s whiskey row. Louisville was founded in 1778 and named in honor of King Louis the XVI, who actively aided the Americans in...
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...
by Don Williams | Jan 22, 2021 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
A Look at affordable Private Label Bourbon Many people have visited a Costco at least once in their lives or shop there frequently. Their house brand is “Kirkland,” and many products, including distilled spirits, use that brand name. The Costco version of...
by Don Williams | Jan 15, 2021 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
Fourteen Year Old Calumet Farm Bourbon is one bottle that has a noble look to it, with gold and black details featured on the labeling. A bourbon bottle to proudly add to your collection. Before we discuss the bourbon presented in such a regal fashion, let us talk...
by Don Williams | Oct 31, 2019 | Bourbon Tasting, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
A Special Bourbon Weekend. It does not take a lot to stimulate a trip to Kentucky, but recently I was able to fulfill a special bourbon trip. I was able to travel this time with two of my best friends for a one of a kind trip. I had been encouraging my friend Larry to...