by Don Williams | Sep 25, 2026 | Bourbon Gifts, Bourbon history, Bourbon News
I am very proud to announce that I have selected my very first independent single-barrel Kentucky bourbon. It is the first time that I have depended solely on my own tasting skills to choose what I believe is a true flavor bomb of a bottle. I was not concerned about...
by Don Williams | Jul 12, 2024 | Bourbon Information, Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting, What's New at Charlie's
Want to understand what the term “HONEY BARREL” really means? Here is your opportunity to compare an off-the-shelf small-batch bourbon with a single-barrel selection from the same brand. Be sure to sign up for this exceptional bourbon tasting!
by Don Williams | Feb 16, 2024 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Information, Bourbon Personalities
Elmer T. Lee created Blanton’s in honor of Albert Blanton under the direction of then-distillery owners Ferdie Falk and Robert Baranaskas. Blanton’s bourbon has become an iconic brand with an almost mythical following. Elmer Tandy Lee Typically, you will...
by Don Williams | Sep 8, 2023 | Bourbon history, Bourbon Tasting, Distilleries, Whiskey
This phrase, make mine with rye, has been heard by barkeeps throughout the years. American rye whiskey is a close cousin to bourbon and has grown in popularity. Why did a distillery based in Indiana, a former Seagrams plant, become the source of world-class rye...
by Don Williams | Oct 2, 2020 | Bourbon review, Bourbon Tasting
Before we begin discussing Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit, understand that I am a huge fan of Master Distiller Jimmy Russell of Wild Turkey. Being able to meet and speak with him was an education in bourbon history. Not only is he respected by his industry peers, and...
