It’s hard to argue with that
“Prohibition may be a disputed theory, but none can say that it doesn’t hold water.” Thomas L. Masson, American editor and author. Prohibition began on Jan. 17, 1920.
Bourbon & Branch’s Revolver
In my resolutions for bourbon lovers earlier this month, I encouraged you to try out one (or more) of the flavored bitters on the market. Last night I followed my own advice. A quick search on the Google for a recipe…
What are the best movie bars?
Hey, it’s the weekend, and with luck, you’ll be headed out to your favorite local watering hole to enjoy some bourbon. But what if your choices included bars featured in movies? Where would you go then? ShortList.com mulled it over and published…
Bourbon inside the Beltway
The Kentucky Distillers’ Association will feature an exclusive sampling of bourbon brands at the Bluegrass Ball on Jan. 19 in Washington, D.C. The non-partisan event, hosted by the Kentucky Society of Washington, is the first of a series of black-tie celebrations surrounding the presidential inauguration. Seven Kentucky…
Bourbon: Ready for its closeup
“Justified,” the FX show about a U.S. marshal keeping the peace by whatever means necessary in Harlan County, Ky., returns for a fourth season tonight at 10. I’m not sure what U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens (Timothy Olyphant, above) will be…
A bourbon distilled in 1901
“It’s got a great color, that good, bright (color), which means it should still be a good-tasting product. When it stays that same color all those years you know it’s well-made, been aged well.” Wild Turkey master distiller Jimmy Russell,…
I thoroughly enjoy your blog! I have a very important question, I am a broke college student. What is my best option for cheap, reasonable tasting bourbon? A lot of times I just get W.L. Wellers because its 18 dollars after tax and I cant argue with that price. Any other suggestions?
You can’t go wrong with W.L. Weller. Other good choices: Ancient Ancient Age 10 Year Old, mentioned in my look back at 2012 entry and also about $18; Old Grand-Dad Bottled in Bond ($19), a high-rye bourbon from Jim Beam…
A quick look back at 2012
Happy New Year! Before we start opening new bottles, I thought I’d reminisce about some of my favorites from the year just past. Best limited-edition bourbons: Jefferson’s Presidential Select 18 Year Old, McLain & Kyne ($90 for the 750ml). Complex, smooth and buttery,…
5 resolutions for bourbon lovers
Drink more bourbon. Hey, let’s start with one we all know we can keep. Sample widely; buy selectively. Friends, there are a lot of bourbons out there. Here in Kentucky, we are particularly blessed by a bountiful selection. It’s tempting to pick up…
