by Don Williams | Dec 24, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
I was lucky to have an unexpected Bourbon surprise for Christmas. Bourbon experiences happen in different forms, but each event is memorable and unique. It pays dividends to have good friends who look out for you and introduce you to people and opportunities you...
by Don Williams | Oct 30, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Personalities, Distilleries
William Larue Weller was born to be in the whiskey business. Having inherited his whiskey genes from both sides of his family, he became a successful whiskey broker and rectifier. He began his first company as W.L. Weller and Brothers, eventually settling on W.L....
by Don Williams | Sep 11, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Personalities
The Beam Family’s Bourbon Heritage The Beam Family’s Bourbon Heritage is a fascinating look at one family’s contribution to Kentucky Bourbon. Most people are aware of the Jim Beam brand and its leading role in the industry. Many members of the family...
by Don Williams | Jul 31, 2020 | Bourbon News, Bourbon Travel, Distilleries
The recent expansion resulted in a new Buffalo Trace visitor experience. All of the changes are positive and will make a great visit even better. I will highlight the differences first and then outline the Covid-19 procedures at the end of this article. What has...
by Don Williams | Jul 3, 2020 | Bourbon history, Bourbon review, Distilleries
Many are familiar with the very popular Eagle Rare Bourbon produced by Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort Kentucky. However, many are not aware of the history of this brand. How well do you know Eagle Rare? The first bottles of Eagle Rare did not come from Buffalo...