Category: Bourbon
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.
Winners of the San Francisco World Spirits Competition
As noted, due to the Coronavirus, this is the first year I’ve not been a judge in a long time at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. So, I can’t give you my normal personal recap, but I can post the winners. Barrell Batch 21 … Continue readingWinners of the San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Miley Cyrus and Blake Shelton Songwriter Jessi Alexander Launches Album, LOVES bourbon, because Momma Drank
Or listen on: Apple: https://tinyurl.com/rpr6lr9 Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxy6pkdc Stitcher: https://tinyurl.com/r978kf8 iHeart: https://tinyurl.com/skwbd6w Google Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/tas5kzg TuneIn: https://tinyurl.com/rsot4vv Jessi Alexander is the type of songwriting talent that only comes around once in awhile. She’s penned “I Drive Your Truck” recorded by Lee Brice, which won Song of … Continue readingMiley Cyrus and Blake Shelton Songwriter Jessi Alexander Launches Album, LOVES bourbon, because Momma Drank
Kentucky Passes Alcohol Shipping Bill
The Kentucky House passed a bill that will modernize the spirits industry in Kentucky and end Prohibition-era policies, said Eric Gregory, executive director of the Kentucky Distillers’ Association: House Bill 415 passed today, which will allow producers to ship spirits directly to consumers. “This legislation … Continue readingKentucky Passes Alcohol Shipping Bill
Distillers Applaud COVID Relief Package, Demand More Action
Distillers appear to be thrilled over the $2-trillion COVID-19 relief package passed by the U.S. Senate. The package included an important federal excise tax waiver for hand sanitizer produced by distillers. Prior to this passage, distillers making hand sanitizer still had to pay excise taxes … Continue readingDistillers Applaud COVID Relief Package, Demand More Action