Category: Bourbon 101
04
May
BOURBON WHISKEY DESIGNATED AS DISTINCTIVE
by Michael
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On May 4, 1964, it became official, bourbon was a distinctive product of the United States. Prior to this, we saw bourbon being made legally...
01
May
National Bourbon Heritage Month
by Dawn Mitchell
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In 2007, the US Senate declared September as “National Bourbon Heritage Month.” Bill S. RES. 294, sponsored by Senator Jim Bunning of Kentucky, passed the...
26
Feb
Carve the Turkey but Pour the Eagle; A Brief History of Eagle Rare
by Michael
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A brief history of one of our favorite bourbons, first started at Four Roses and now made at Buffalo Trace, Eagle Rare is one of...
04
Jun
Definition of Bourbon Whiskey
by Michael
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The Federal Standards of Identity for Distilled Spirits, codified under 27 CFR §5.22, states bourbon made for U.S. consumption must be: Produced in the United...
12
Apr
What is the Angel’s Share?
by Michael
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The precious Bourbon contained inside a barrel is so good that the angles want some too, and they take it mostly in the form of...
10
Feb
Distillation Fractions
by Dawn Mitchell
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During the grain fermentation process, many compounds are created, some good and some bad, and some of these “bad” compounds are not only harmful but...
03
Nov
Glossary
by Dawn Mitchell
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From A to Z here is a collection of terms to help you better understand the world of Whisk(e)y
25
Sep
What is Proof?
by Michael
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PROOF is determined by alcohol by volume (ABV) on a scale of 200, or twice the percentage of ABV. But did you know what was originally...
22
Aug
Mash Bill Listings
by Dawn Mitchell
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Here is a table of mash bills for many of the popular brands.