As established by Congress in 1964, Bourbon is a unique product of the United States, making it more American than apple pie and Coca-Cola. These are the stories of today’s bourbons. For yesterdays, read my book, Bourbon: The Rise, Fall & Rebirth of An American Whiskey. For a tasting guide and in-depth production guide, read Bourbon Curious.
Diageo today announced its intention to build a new distilled spirits manufacturing facility in Kentucky, per a press release. The company said this project will inject $130 million over three years. The proposed facility will consist of a distillery, dry house, and warehousing in Marion … Continue readingDiageo Announces New $130 Million Kentucky Distillery
I am so excited Bravo TV asked me to appear on this season of Top Chef. Tune in Thursday, 8:30 p.m., or join me at Couvillian for a watch party my friends are throwing for me. It was filmed at Maker’s Mark, and I had … Continue readingSee me on Top Chef Thursday
Longtime master distiller Dave Pickerell died yesterday in San Francisco. I recently spent time with longtime master distiller Dave Pickerell at a Metallica concert covering his new whiskey with the band. He is the subject of a lengthy Bourbon+ feature hitting newsstands in December. I … Continue readingRest in Peace, Dave Pickerell
When my wife, Jaclyn, and I celebrated something, we called Corbett’s and requested Table 2, a four seater with its back to the bay window. The restaurant’s rich decor, impeccable service and food felt ahead of its time for Louisville, while, at the same time, … Continue readingDean Corbett: Remembering The Man and Table 2
As a part of Bourbon & Beyond, I curated The Art of Bourbon for Louisville’s Speed Museum. After taxes and buyer’s premium, the Art of Bourbon’s auction raised more than $131,000. The best bottle, a 1952 single barrel selected by the Albert B. Blanton, went … Continue readingSpeed Museum Bourbon Auction Raised $131,000
Buffalo Traced announced its highly anticipated Antique Collection today. Eagle Rare 17 Year Old Bourbon returns at 101 proof. Here’s what else: George T. Stagg George T. Stagg, 124.9 proof, includes 284 barrels filled in the spring of 2003 from warehouses C, H, I, K, … Continue readingBuffalo Trace Antique Collection: 2018