by Don Williams | Mar 11, 2024 | American History, Distilleries, History, Whisky history
It is only fitting that the oldest whiskey brand in America has the word old in its title. With origins in Pennsylvania, it is a rye whiskey that has been available under the name Old Overholt for more than 214 years. First, brand recognition was by barrel and then,...
by Don Williams | Aug 4, 2023 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
SONO 1420 Artisan Distillers in South Norwalk, Connecticut have produced a very unique whiskey that is instantly memorable. The whiskey has a grain and nut taste that is truly memorable and different from any other whiskey I have sampled. Mash Bill A very handsome...
by Don Williams | Jul 8, 2022 | Bourbon basics, Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, What's New at Charlie's
Four Frequent Bourbon Falsehoods Many things are said, published, and documented about bourbon, but four frequent bourbon falsehoods often come up in discussion. In fact, many new bourbon followers are confused by these four statements. This is an example of a fine...
by Don Williams | Apr 22, 2022 | Bourbon review, What's New at Charlie's, Whiskey
This is a brand with history. In fact, it survived prohibition despite not having a medicinal spirits permit. It became the house whiskey of the famous Cotton Club speakeasy in New York. The rights to Chickencock whiskey were purchased by a Canadian Company during...
by Don Williams | Apr 22, 2022 | Bourbon Information, Distilleries, Michigan Distilleries
A long overdue trip to Three Oaks, Michigan, resulted in an eye-opening visit to the Journeyman Distillery. Three Oaks is located a little over three hours from Detroit but only an hour fifteen from Chicago. This area on the southwest side of Michigan attracts much of...