Tag: whiskey

Italy: Our reputation precedes us

This summer I took my first trip to Italy. I expected the amazing architecture, the lush landscapes and the epic sweep of history that permeates every city and town. What I didn’t expect was the reaction from Italians when they asked where…

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Our reputation precedes us

This summer I took my first trip to Italy. I expected the amazing architecture, the lush landscapes and the epic sweep of history that permeates every city and town. What I didn’t expect was the reaction from Italians when they asked where I…

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Corsair Triple Smoke Whiskey

Corsair Small Batch Triple Smoke Whiskey 80 proof; $45 As I noted earlier this week in my post about Corsair Artisan Distillery in Bowling Green, Triple Smoke is the distillery’s most popular product and has won a slew of awards….

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Taking it for Granted

“Tell me what brand of whiskey that Grant drinks. I would like to send a barrel of it to my other generals.” Quote attributed to President Abraham Lincoln in reference to complaints about the alleged drinking habits of Ulysses S….

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TheBourbonBabe

Carla Carlton, “The Bourbon Babe,” is an award-winning bourbon journalist based in her home state of Kentucky, which produces 95 percent of America’s native spirit. Stay tuned with us as we transform the site – currently under construction! More to…

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Have a great weekend, everybody!

I love this postcard from the Silver Dollar Lounge, 1761 Frankfort Ave. in Louisville. Located in a former firehouse, this place does indeed get loud – but don’t let that keep you from checking out their bourbon-centric spirits list (one vodka,…

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