Did you know that Old Forester was the first bourbon exclusively sold in bottles? In 1874, salesman-turned-distiller George Garvin Brown, in Marion County, Kentucky, first bottled his own “Old Forester” […]
GMOs and Whiskey
There’s been a lot of discussion about GMO’s and whiskey lately. I can’t say that I’m surprised by all the anxiety. It’s a hot topic without even bringing whiskey into […]
The Priest’s Tipple
Did you know that Redbreast 12 year old is sometimes called “the priest’s tipple”? 1920’s Ireland was a time of political turmoil and economic uncertainty. Money was tight and money […]
The Fries Rebellion
Did you know that The Red Lion Inn (Quakertown,Pa) was a meeting place for John Fries during the run up to the Fries Rebellion? John Fries (a length of rt […]
Old Overholt and Its Roots in Bucks County
Did you know that Old Overholt Rye Whiskey has historic roots in Bucks County? Abraham Overholt, the founder of the West Overton Distilling Co. and creator of Old Farm whiskey, […]
Considering the Volstead Act in Congress 100 years Ago Today
Today in history, almost a hundred years ago, Prohibition was being considered in Congress. What was to become the Volstead Act, the bill was introduced in the House as H.R. […]