Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Bourbon News: Barton Spills Mash; Woodford Reserve and Four Roses Continue Derby Traditions

Following the collapse of their warehouse last year, Barton 1792 suffered another disaster Tuesday when 120,000 gallons of mash spilled from damaged beer wells, injuring two. Tours resumed Wednesday. Learn more here.   Woodford Reserve 20th...

Distillers are contributing to the COVID-19 fight with hand sanitizer production

During World War II, 15% of American beer production was set aside for the troops. In 2020, Louisville-area distilleries like Starlight and Rabbit Hole are helping fight COVID-19 by using their equipment to bolster...

Bourbon & Beyond Offered Plenty of Food Diversity

The second annual Bourbon & Beyond Festival at Louisville’s Champions Park opened under gray skies that didn't seem to deter anyone as poncho wearing groups amassed. Crews were working hard to keep the festival grounds...

Kentucky’s distillers, wineries and breweries may now ship directly to consumers

The Kentucky Distillers' Association (KDA) shares encouraging news from the Kentucky General Assembly last week: the successful passage of House Bill 415, the producer-only direct-to-consumer shipping bill. KDA APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF HB 415 SHIPPING BILL...

Ideal Bartender School Offers Free Professional Training, Hosts Open House Tonight

Copper & Kings Distillery, 1121 E Washington St., is hosting the third year of The Ideal Bartender school, a free training program that hopes to increase diversity in the hospitality industry. They offer the...

2018 Master Sommeliers Stripped Of Their Title

Only 274 people have passed the test to become a Master Sommelier since it was established in 1969, and 24 passed it in 2018. However, 23 of them have been stripped of their titles...

Bourbon Guys and Gals: Retro Theme Bourbon Mixer August 25 (Q & A)

Prepare for Louisville super groups The Whiskey Chicks and The Bourbon Brotherhood to join forces August 25th at 6:30 p.m. at the Henry Clay. It’s the 5th annual Bourbon Mixer to benefit Coalition for...

Vodka — The Gateway Spirit

I am a cocktail enthusiast, part of a small but growing handful of people who drink because we love the art of drinking. I love the theatrics involved in preparing a quality drink: the sound...

A Mint Julep Truffle Comes with This Bourbon Order at Four Local Bars

If you haven't ever had an Art Eatables bourbon truffle, you are missing out, and this Derby season is your limited chance to try a specially created Mint Julep Truffle. They are made in...

SPIRITS | Where’s Pappy?

With prices of single bottles being sold for thousands of dollars (both at retail and on the secondary market) Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon is an iconic brand that has transcended the bourbon world and...