Susan Reigler
(Bourbon Columnist / Feature Writer) - Susan Reigler, F&D’s bourbon expert, served as The Courier-Journal dining reviewer from 1992-2005, is a past president of the Bourbon Women Association, a Certified Executive Bourbon Steward and has authored three notable bourbon related books - Kentucky Bourbon Country: The Essential Travel Guide, The Kentucky Bourbon Cocktail Book, and The Bourbon Tasting Notebook.
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 30 April 2021, by Susan Reigler
The Buffalo Trace Experimental Collection – A New Baijiu Style Spirit Release
Although you may not have heard of Baijiu, it happens to be the most widely consumed alcoholic...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 23 April 2021, by Susan Reigler
A Special Four Roses Release Honoring the Great Steamboat Race
This year’s Derby Week Great Steamboat Race between the Belle of Louisville, the Belle of Cincinnati, and the American...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 16 April 2021, by Susan Reigler
Wyoming Whiskey Auction to Raise Money for National Parks
One fortunate outcome of our lockdown year has been an increase in virtual access to events around the country...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 9 April 2021, by Susan Reigler
Mint Julep Month Recipe of the Week – Woodford Reserve $1,000 Kentucky Derby Julep
The proceeds from this year’s sale of the Woodford Reserve $1,000 Mint Julep™, now in...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 2 April 2021, by Susan Reigler
The Spring Maker’s Mark Keeneland Release Benefits the Isaac Murphy Memorial Art Garden
One of the harbingers of spring in Kentucky is the April racing meet at Keeneland in...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 26 March 2021, by Susan Reigler
Woodford Reserve’s Distillery Expansion
As demand for its premium bourbon brand has continued to grow, Brown-Forman Corporation has announced an expansion of its Woodford Reserve Distillery that will double...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 19 March 2021, by Susan Reigler
Buzzard’s Roost Donates to Raptor Rehabilitation of Kentucky
Perhaps you were so excited about St. Patrick’s Day on the 17th that you overlooked National Buzzards Day last Monday, March...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 12 March 2021, by Susan Reigler
News from Barton 1792 Distillery
If you’ve ever been in downtown Bardstown on a cool, misty morning, you may have noticed that the atmosphere was richly, aromatically malty. The...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 5 March 2021, by Susan Reigler
Maker’s Mark Bottle Honors Founder Margie Samuels and Women’s History Month
Maker’s Mark is celebrating Women’s History Month with a special commemorative edition featuring the likeness of Margie Samuels,...
BOURBON NEWS & NOTES – for 26 February 2021, by Susan Reigler
Newest Release of Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series
If it’s anything like its predecessors, the third release in the Maker’s Mark Wood Finishing Series is well worth seeking...
