by Don Williams | Feb 25, 2022 | Bourbon News, Bourbon review, Kentucky Bourbon Trail
With Spring fast approaching, here is some bourbon country news happening in Kentucky. Wild Turkey Distillery The Wild Turkey Distillery is one of the iconic stops on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and is known for its scenic location overlooking the Kentucky River. When...
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 | Apr 23, 2021 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, Distilleries, Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour
Many varieties of Jefferson’s whiskey are released, but Jeffersons Rye Whiskey’s recent introduction finished in cognac casks is our focus. We have a full video review of the product that you can link to below. Past releases include small-batch,...
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 8, 2021 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Trivia
The artistry of barrel making is a skill that dates back more than four thousand years but is still relevant today. Coopers are barrel makers, and they have played a valuable role in American history. When the Mayflower sailed to America, there was an onboard...