Did you know that mash bills are really only used in American whiskey production? American distilleries refer to the proportions of grains used as their “mash bill”. There are quite […]
How Do I Love Whiskey? Let Me Count the Ways…
How do I love American Whiskey? Let me count the ways… 1. Bourbon Whiskey. -I almost thought to just leave it at that. -Bourbon was made a distinctly American product […]
Not All Ryes Are Created Equal…
Watch yourself here with your rye whiskey purchases. Though rye whiskey is similar to bourbon (at least 51% rye -instead of 51% corn as bourbon must be- aged in new,charred […]
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. […]