08/17/2026
Easily one of my favorite Louisville oddities of all time… The Door To Nowhere!🚪
The façade dates back to 1865 as the front section of the Heigold House. The home was one of the few in the area to survive the infamous 1937 flood. Has been picked up and moved in its entirety a few times since, but today it sits peculiarly placed at the intersection of River Rd and Frankfort Ave.
This one is always a "must see" when I'm showing visitors around town (followed by a stop at Sergio's World of Beers up the road for some secret beers).
08/10/2026
Sundays are most definitely made for sipping a bit of Col. Taylor inside Warehouse C at Buffalo Trace. Cheers to keeping the weekend uncut and unfiltered...
08/06/2026
"The Kitchen Table" restaurant down at the Jim Beam distillery is a massive upgrade from the old (and now long gone) "Fred's Smokehouse" lunch counter. The new spot is full service, signature dishes and solid hours (Wed-Sun 11AM to 5PM)
BUT I'd be lying if I said I didn't miss the classic nuggets of wisdom from Master Distiller Fred Noe that used to adorn those wooden walls in Clermont, KY. Nothing quite like chewing on smoked brisket and mac & cheese while reflecting on some sage whiskey advice.
Also, the smokehouse had a Beam Decanter Collection inside the restaurant that was undeniably badass. Anyone know where those old wall signs and decanters ended up?
08/04/2026
"Summer isn't over yet," but if it were, I couldn't have asked for a better run.
Our family put some serious miles under Ruby (the crimson Odyssey) and dialed in some quality time with friends and family all over the map. I also managed to fit in several whiskey events and tastings far and wide. As noted by the purple jacket, I visited the land of 10,000 lakes (twice) and drank almost as many drams. There was sun, soccer and even some mahjong (which I still don't really understand).
"Just another quiet summer," said absolutely no one in my family since Memorial Day. A season for the books. I love it all. Travel, triumphs, and tastings paired with great whiskey for the win.
08/02/2026
I've learned that there there are so many fake quotes from real people floating around social media. You know the ones. They're usually slapped onto a black-and-white photo of a stoic-looking author who never actually said it (looking at you, Raymond Chandler).
But this one? 100% legit. And, yeah, a bit odd. Love the sentiment about no bad whiskey, but I've certainly had some pours that make me beg to differ. And the whole industry would be in quite a pickle if everyone waited till 50 to imbibe.
Anyway, from the mind of Nobel laureate William Faulkner, recorded by his friend J.R. Cofield and published in the 1965 book "William Faulkner of Oxford."
Cheers to verified history and good whiskey! 📚🥃
07/31/2026
It has been said that good things come to those who wait. Well, I'm done waiting. After 12 long years, these bourbons are ready for prime time and the proof is in the glass! 🥃✨
Join us in Cincinnati at COHatch Kenwood on Thursday, August 13th for a an evening that is truly "Aged to Perfection" - A tasting event featuring some of the best 12-Year (and beyond!) Kentucky Bourbons.
https://bourbonsweetspot.eventbrite.com
Phil Talks Whiskey will be your guide in exploring some of the stunning and beautifully complex flavors that are a result of extended time in a barrel. Each sip will be paired with fascinating info behind the pours, colorful stories and even a few surprises.
It's guaranteed to be a barrel house worth of fun. All tickets are just $50 for this immersive tasting experience! Don't go against the grain—grab a friend, tell a friend and secure your seats before they sell out. Limited space available on this one.
📅 When: Thursday, August 13th @ 7:00 PM
📍 Where: COHatch Kenwood in The Stardust Room
🎟️ More Details & Tickets found at https://bourbonsweetspot.eventbrite.com
Cheers to good times and even better pours! 💫🎟️ (This is a 21 and over event)
Aged to Perfection - A Tasting Featuring the Best 12-Year Kentucky Bourbons
Come see why patience pays off. Sip your way through an unforgettable evening as we explore rich, complex flavors of bourbon's sweet spot!
07/30/2026
Something new recently landed in the bourbon world and it definitely got my attention. 🥃
Blade and Bow just dropped their 12-Year-Old Solera Reserve and the details on this one are indeed impressive.
Built around a 12-year Kentucky straight bourbon base (which is always a good start), then finished through a Solera process using four types of vintage casks - Cognac, Bordeaux, Moscatel, and Port. Each one adding its own layer to the pour.
The result? Tasting notes cite red fruit, dried fig, and currant on the nose. And then a bit of caramelized sugar, dark cherry, almond toffee, and cocoa on the palate.
The bottle calls the legendary Stitzel-Weller Distillery here in Louisville home. Blade & Bow 12 launched earlier this month as a limited annual expression in seven states. Sells for around $65 at MSRP and bottled at 104 proof.
This is how you expand and grow a brand. Very cool stuff from Diageo here. 🙌
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