It is often claimed that Elijah Craig, a Kentucky Baptist minister who was involved in a number of enterprises, was the first brewer of what was to become Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey. However, none can bring forth any credible evidence that is contemporary with Craig. The true origin of Kentucky bourbon is shrouded in mystery. Michael R. […]
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How To Make A Great Whiskey Sour
The Whiskey Sour is an old-fashioned cocktail but it is a favorite ‘man’ drink at bars. Sours are themselves a category of drinks that simply combine a spirit with a sweetener and a sour ingredient such as lemon or lime juice. Therefore, you’ve probably had sours many times without realizing it. As Robert Hess points […]
Small Batch and Single Barrel Bourbon: What’s the Difference?
Whiskey (or whisky, if it’s Scotch) can seem like a bewildering hodgepodge of meaningless distinctions. Even once you find a distiller you like, you’ll see that they have several different types of whiskey. Some are more expensive. If you like one, should you try the other? So, you decide to try some bourbon. You pick a brand […]