The comedian and cofounder of Fathertime Bourbon on his whiskey education and bourbon’s funny side
RECENT STORIES
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A bourbon hunter’s dive down the rabbit hole of scoring vintage bottles uncorks a new level of whiskey obsession
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You’re not just imbibing. You’re imbibing for knowledge.
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Explore bourbon’s range with these six bottles from unexpected states that bring their own distinctive taste of place
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Break out one of these bottles with bourbon-loving friends and you might surprise some folks
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Wright Thompson on how the musician indulges his bourbon love
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Distilleries are pushing proof points ever higher. Should you be sipping a burlier bourbon?
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Six pros from top bourbon bars across the Bluegrass State give their picks for “everyday” bottles that offer value and versatility
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Have an eye for bourbon? Take the challenge to find out.
BOURBON KNOW-HOW
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A few thoughts—and some science—on the proper care and handling of good bourbon
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The answer is more science than art—but a tip from bartenders will up your ice aesthetic, anyway.
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Master taster Melissa Rift on getting to know a new bourbon: “Meet yourself where you are”
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Know your “single barrel” from your “small batch,” your “age statement” from your “angel’s share”
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Historian Michael Veach clarifies several persistent stories about the South’s favorite spirit
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To some, giving bourbons a second soak in oak is blasphemy. Others just want a second sip of the tasty results.
BOURBON TRAVEL
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With five bars, a Bourbon Butler service, its own private-label whiskey, and even IV drips, the Trail Hotel aims to be a bourbon country headquarters
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From vast libraries to a vintage emporium, these recently opened bars keep bourbon front and center
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Six reasons (beyond the obvious: tastings!) to plan a high-spirited trip through the Bluegrass State
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A spirited jaunt through the heart of Bluegrass State reveals its growing whiskey landscape
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These whimsical cabins make a fitting spot for a nightcap
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As the bourbon boom surges on, Louisville buzzes with new energy
COCKTAIL RECIPES
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A mugged-up drink that’s pure refreshment
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A South Carolina bar gives the classic cocktail a European twist
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The mixologist at Nearest Green Distillery dares to get saucy
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The Listening Room in Nashville brings back live music and hot drinks to warm up Music City
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A sweet and spicy drink loaded with Bluegrass State flavor
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Toast the Breeders’ Cup Classic with a fall-inspired drink from the Apiary in Lexington, Kentucky
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Bartenders are generating buzz with inventive cocktails for the craft brew age
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Louisville’s Seelbach Hotel honors a literary legend with a dazzling libation
Watch: Make These Essential Southern Cocktails
COOKING WITH BOURBON
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Fire up the season’s juiciest fruit with a little caramelization on the grill and a bourbon flambé sauce
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Everyone screams for ice cream with rivers of boozy chocolate. Plus: Make your own bourbon-soaked cherries.
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Try a few variations on these bite-size, boozy Southern confections
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A delicious example of two rights making a right
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Bourbon mussels are just one of many surprising flavor combinations in Justin Sutherland’s new Southern-inspired home-cooking book
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A decadent peachy glaze gets a kick from bourbon in this summertime main dish
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Southern libations and a sweet teriyaki sauce accent a classic entree
BAR DIRECTORY
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