Sep 19, 2019 born in the land of the free and the home of the brave, there is no spirit more american than bourbon. Horse racing, warm weather, big hats, my old kentucky home and cocktails are all on the minds of kentuckians and those planning a visit. But michael veach, author of kentucky bourbon whiskey. For more distillery rules and kentucky liquor laws, check out kentucky liquor laws and the bourbon trail. Peerless small batch kentucky straight rye also was awarded category gold for rye 12 years and under. This book explains what proof is and why it matters so much for your whiskey. Filled with beautiful pictures, doginspired bourbon cocktail recipes, and whimsical cartoons, its the perfect book for anyone whose happy place involves a glass of bourbon in the company of a great dog.
This distillery released a sourced bourbon distilled in tennessee and a rye whiskey distilled in missouri. While many think bourbon needs to be made in kentucky, nowadays the cornbased spirit legally the mash must include at. Kentucky bourbon whiskey is instead an easy read, entertaining the reader as it paints a clear picture of the ups and downs of distilling in kentucky, from revolutionary times right into the early 21st century. The best list of kentucky bourbons maverick whiskey.
You also learn the right way to judge a good whiskey, including how it should look, smell, and most. The name ultimately derives from the french bourbon dynasty, although the precise inspiration for the whiskeys name is uncertain. Starting with the whiskey rebellion of the 1790s, he traces the history. Children under 21 are welcome on tours, for free or at a discounted cost and no sampling whiskey for them, of course. It goes into the fascinating history of whiskey, moonshines, rye, and bourbon in the us through the use of historical archives, records, and photographs, while also profiling nolessthan 80 of the souths most elite distilleries. Kentucky peerless distilling companys small batch kentucky straight bourbon was named best kentucky bourbon at the world whiskies awards on february 11, 2020. The uncut and unfiltered story of american whiskey historian michael r. The result is a meticulously blended whiskey with depth of flavor and legacy. The whiskeys willett distillery kentucky bourbon whiskey.
Immerse yourself in the daily details of the mechanical, chemical, technical and sensory aspects of producing kentucky bourbon whiskey the traditional way. Veach university press of kentucky, is a masterpiece by one of the countrys top bourbon authorities that merits a prominent place in dads library. If youve wondered why whiskey is so popular or what the real difference is between scotch and bourbon, this book is for you. Jan 28, 2020 big whiskey tells the tale of americas premier whiskey region. Hi bourbon enthusiast you must be 21 or over to enter this website. Veach has done the research necessary for a factual but readable history of kentucky bourbon. With its distinct rectangular bottle and typographic design aesthetic on the label not to mention the highcaliber stuff inside knob creek is aiming for the guy who likes his whiskey a bit evolved.
Veach reminds us that barrels made to store fish wouldnt have been watertight. Much more than just a cookbook, the kentucky bourbon cookbook recounts bourbon lore, food traditions, and kentucky history, giving the reader a full appreciation of this versatile spirit. By the 1970s, bourbon producers were facing a big problem. The easy broke down the key grains used to build a bourbon, blending corn whiskey, rye whiskey, and malt whiskey with a touch of kentucky straight bourbon. The walking dead kentucky straight bourbon whiskey is a new, limitededition offering under spirits of the apocalypse, an alliance between diageo. In kentucky bourbon whiskey veach addresses many widely held, but. More than just a collection of recipes, the kentucky bourbon cookbook is peppered with bourbon lore and kentucky history, as well as stories and personal anecdotes to accompany the meals.
Heres a quick but thorough lesson on this whiskey style. From the classic manhattan cocktail to bourbonpecan creme brulee with chocolate sauce, the kentucky bourbon cookbook unlocks the culinary potential of this beloved spirit, allowing this special whiskey to enhance the flavors of every meal. See all 2 kentucky bourbon trail tours on tripadvisor. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. This book imparts a substantial bit of knowledge about bourbon and whiskey in. Typically, distillers use approximately 70% corn content and are free to choose other grains for the. In the kentucky bourbon cocktail book, joy perrine and susan reigler provide a readerfriendly handbook featuring more than 100 recipes including seasonal drinks, afterdinner bourbon cocktails, derby cocktails, and even medicinal toddies. Rye whiskey gained its popularity in the northeast states of pennsylvania and maryland. When the mood strikes to build a drink instead of sipping your whiskey neat, turn to a good bourbon we have. Mar 05, 2016 michael veachs first book is the seminal work on kentucky bourbon heritage and american whiskey in general. Kentucky peerless small batch kentucky straight bourbon named.
Review kentucky bourbon whiskey adds significant new information to our understanding of the history of the kentucky whiskey industry. The best way to learn about whiskey and share that love is to drink whiskey and talk about it with friends. According to us trade legislation, a bourbon is a type of whiskey where the mashbillwhich is the recipe of grains used to produce the whiskeyconsists of 51% 80% corn. Bourbon tails takes you on a photographic journey inside many of the finest kentucky bourbon distilleries, starring the dogs who make life brighter in their bourbonloving homes. This is further proved by the increased number of bourbon whiskey distilleries opening up in kentucky every day. Bourbon is every bit of an american history book as it is a bourbon history book. It is an interesting read, and the author has went to great lengths to get as much information as possible. In any case, kentucky whiskeymakers gained a reputation for this fine quality spirit, and business grew until the rise of the temperance movement. Historian mike veach is no stranger to bourbon history. What better way to learn about the bourbon industry and history in kentucky than to follow the bourbon trail. A combination of ideal weather, limestone water sources, and a long history of the craft make central kentucky the bourbon capital of the world. Rye is largely known by bartenders across the world as a great cocktail.
Sip, stroll and savor your way across the bluegrass on this 18 distillery adventure. Bourbon was created in the early 19th century after european settlers, particularly those from scotland, began to settle the land that is present day kentucky. I work for heaven hill brands in bardstown and louisville, kentucky. The kentucky bourbon trail tour is an institutional experience that keeps people coming back for more year after year. The book provides a concise history of bourbon in kentucky, then explains the whiskeymaking process in terms that anyone can understand. Kentucky peerless small batch kentucky straight bourbon. Kentucky bourbon stills shares still photography and commentary for all things related to kentucky bourbon and kentucky bourbon trail information and experiences. A visual tour of kentucky s bourbon distilleries leon howlett on. In 1992, booker introduced the world to small batch bourbon. The uncut and unfiltered story of american whiskey kentucky bourbon whiskey.
Im bernie lubbers and im known as the whiskey professor. This singlebarrel 103proof kentucky straight bourbon whiskey was released in june 2017 for the kentucky bourbon affair. We recommend booking kentucky bourbon trail tours ahead of time to secure your spot. Study the history, find the stories, and discover the culture and the methods that have. Best books about bourbon for whiskey lovers flaviar. This very short book is jampacked with information about all facets of bourbon production, from early farm distilling to nineteenth century commercial distilleries to the craft distillery movement, and everything inbetween. In kentucky bourbon whiskey, historian michael veach handily dismisses the myths. Last year i traveled over 150,000 miles preaching and teaching the world about bourbon and american whiskey. An american heritage, says thats simply a legend and that the origins are unknown. Our favorite derby week cocktails willett distillery. Little book chapter 3 is series first kentucky straight. Stretching over 200 miles throughout bourbon country, theres no better way to experience a road trip through kentucky than by doing bourbon distillery tours. Awaken your senses and explore the birthplace of bourbon as you embark on a selfguided journey to discover the story inside every bottle on the kentucky bourbon trail and the kentucky bourbon trail craft tour. Part of kentuckys 225th birthday celebration by carla carlton excerpted from barrel strength bourbon.
Feb, 20 kentucky bourbon whiskey provides the reader with a plethora of valuable information without creating the feeling of being bludgeoned over the head with an endless series historical dates. Peerless master distiller caleb kilburn was a finalist for best distiller. Aug 14, 2019 the worlds appetite for bourbon whiskey is at its alltime high as the amount of revenue generated from both exports, and domestic sales rose by 46% in 2018. Kentucky bourbon whiskey, an american heritage ace. Willett pot still reserve willett family estate bottled bourbon willett family estate 4 year rye johnny drum private stock johnny drum black label old bardstown bottled in bond old bardstown estate bottled old bardstown 90 proof noahs mill rowans creek pure kentucky kentucky vintage. Oct 22, 2019 the walking dead kentucky straight bourbon whiskey is a new, limitededition offering under spirits of the apocalypse, an alliance between diageo and skybound entertainment creators of the. On may 4, 1964, congress designated bourbon as a distincti. Jun 28, 2019 as the saying goes, all bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon. The walking dead has its own kentucky bourbon and it.
Kentucky bourbon trail 2020 all you need to know before you. Noe simple task, blended canadian and american ryes with an unexpected 40yearold corn whiskey aged in used bourbon barrels. Starting with the whiskey rebellion of the 1790s, he traces the history of this unique beverage through the industrial revolution, the civil war, prohibition, the great depression, and up to the present. The majority of the book is concerning each kentucky countys distilleries that either once existed, or that are still running to this day. In his new book, drink more whiskey, daniel yaffe explores the fascinating historyand current stateof americas signature spirit. And its new american while oak barrels were toasted to specifications. Makers of kentucky bourbon and kentucky rye whiskey. We make it easy to connect you to a broker to take the hassle out of selling. If you read and drink bourbon, and in particular if you like to read while you drink bourbon, this is the book for you. The worlds appetite for bourbon whiskey is at its alltime high as the amount of revenue generated from both exports, and domestic sales rose by 46% in 2018. The road home features a blend of four superpremium kentucky straight bourbon whiskies, one from each brand of the original small batch bourbon collection created by his grandfather booker noe in the early 1990s.
More than just a collection of recipes, the kentucky bourbon cookbook is peppered with bourbon lore and. The past and future of americas whiskey by reid mitenbuler the bourbon bible by eric zandona the bourbon bartender. Born in the land of the free and the home of the brave, there is no spirit more american than bourbon. Albert schmid has worked as an executive chef and currently teaches at sullivan universitys national center for hospitality studies. While others rejoiced to drink bourbon at age 21, booker was thrilled to start making the stuff. In bourbon the author connects the political history of america to bourbon, discussing the recent failed bourbon summit with obama and mcconnell and outlining why thomas jeffersons whiskey tax repeal was not a popular move. Michael veachs first book is the seminal work on kentucky bourbon heritage and american whiskey in general. Visiting the winding trail of bourbon distilleries here now officially called the kentucky bourbon trail has become a main draw to the area, and a. Kentucky artisan distillery kentucky bourbon distillery. He got his start fresh out of college at louisvilles filson historical society, archiving the. Breaking bourbon the ultimate bourbon enthusiast experience.
Kentucky bourbon trail 2020 all you need to know before. Kentucky bourbon trail itinerary kentucky bourbon trail. One trip to our historic distillery on the scenic salt river in lawrenceburg, or to our unique singlestory rack warehouse and bottling facility nestled in the quiet kentucky countryside at coxs creek, and youll begin to understand how our bourbon has come to be so mellow. Veach reveals the true story of bourbon in kentucky bourbon whiskey. Little book chapter 3 is series first kentucky straight bourbon. Aug 15, 2017 this singlebarrel 103proof kentucky straight bourbon whiskey was released in june 2017 for the kentucky bourbon affair. The books introduction explains how the use of specific spirits and ingredients, glassware, and special.
The books introduction explains how the use of specific spirits and ingredients, glassware, and special techniques, such as muddling and infusions, accentuates the unique flavor of bourbon. The book s introduction explains how the use of specific spirits and ingredients, glassware, and special. Kentucky bourbon whiskey adds significant new information to our understanding of the history of the kentucky whiskey industry. The explosive growth of americas whiskey clerisy press, 2017 the second in a two part series.
Bardstown, kentucky 100 proof rye whiskey is considered to be the fruitier and spicier cousin to american bourbon whiskey. Kentucky bourbon whiskey the university press of kentucky. Customers who viewed this item also viewed page 1 of 1 start over page 1 of 1. They also released good honest whiskey and exquisite whiskey for corti brothers market, kentucky bourbon and tennessee whiskey finished in wine casks. Aug, 20 kentucky bourbon whiskey is instead an easy read, entertaining the reader as it paints a clear picture of the ups and downs of distilling in kentucky, from revolutionary times right into the early 21st century. Packed with interesting facts, this book tells you all you ever wanted to know about whiskey. Sep 03, 2017 part of kentuckys 225th birthday celebration by carla carlton excerpted from barrel strength bourbon. For anyone interested in the history of bourbon, this is the book for you. These people brought with them traditional scotch whiskey and refined the process to create bourbon. Our favorite derby week cocktails our favorite spring cocktails. Bourbon is an american whiskey produced mainly in the southern part of kentucky state. Please share small batch digital content with individuals who are over the age of 21. Veach university press of kentucky, is a masterpiece by one of the countrys top bourbon.
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