For anyone interested in the history of bourbon, this is the book for you. Bourbon is kentuckys claim to distilled spirits fame, with brands like makers mark, woodford reserve. Bourbon whiskey is a distinctly american product with its roots planted deep in the limestoneenriched soil of kentucky. The book also contains dog themed bourbon cocktail recipes from the distilleries. In the kentucky bourbon cocktail book, authors joy perrine and susan reigler showcase the world of bourbon in a readerfriendly format, highlighting techniques, ingredients, food selection, and glassware for the professional or home bartender. The similarities between the two books are largely superficial, however. Jan 04, 2017 as the bourbon industry has grown, so has tourism. Bulleit experience at stitzelweller, four roses bourbon, evan williams bourbon experience.
Bourbon is an american whiskey produced mainly in the southern part of kentucky state. If you had ancestors living in this region between 1786 and 1806, i strongly suggest you look through this resource. As americas signature liquor, bourbon is crafted with pride and care only in the bluegrass state. Bourbon county, ky 17861806 i located this fabulous free website for bourbon county records. Hes got a great bourbon spread, and youll find some great bourbons you can only get here in kentucky. Jerry also has a bonded bourbon section so you know that is awesome for me, and should be for you. It is an interesting read, and the author has went to great lengths to get as much information as possible. Pegasus distillery experiences perfect kentucky days. Being bourbon lovers ourselves, we finally got the chance to visit the region to check out some of our favorite distilleries as well as others weve always wanted to try. County by county, he lists each distillery and the information he has found on them. These old lawsuits not only expose longlost facts, but they also reveal the historical shenanigans and maverick mentality. Meet the kentucky distillers preserving unparalleled tradition through centuries of dedication, care and craftsmanship. Matt jamies book, eat your bourbon a taste of kentucky. Bourbon experts, buffalo trace, wild turkey, castle and key, the bourbon book, pappy van winkle, old rip van winkle.
Elizabeth falkner, chef and author of cooking off the clock this book radiates kentucky cuisine better than any book i have read. Kentucky bourbon trail itinerary kentucky bourbon trail. This book is a great guide for planning a festive and spirited party. In the kentucky bourbon cookbook, master chef albert schmid presents more than fifty recipes that feature kentucky s signature spirit in entrees, soups, desserts, and much more. Eat your bourbon cookbook matt jamie bourbon barrel foods. Party mart is located about 15 min drive from downtown, but its worth the ride. Probate records are held by the bourbon county, kentucky genealogy clerk of court and are housed at the bourbon county, kentucky genealogy courthouse. Michters us1 barrel strength bourbon select kentucky retailers this singlebarrel 103proof kentucky straight bourbon whiskey was released in june 2017 for the kentucky bourbon affair. Eat your bourbon is a beautifully designed and colorfully photographed musthave cookbook that celebrates the unique range of kentucky s bourbon country. The majority of the book is concerning each kentucky countys distilleries that either once existed, or that are still running to this day. You can pick up an official kentucky bourbon trail passport at any of the 17 participating distilleries free of charge. Bulleit bourbon is a brand of kentucky straight bourbon whiskey produced at the kirin brewing company four roses distillery in lawrenceburg, kentucky, for the diageo beverage conglomerate. The first history of its kind, this richlyillustrated coffeetable book uncovers the complete history of bourbon distilleries in kentucky, from the 1700s to the present. Kentucky bourbon distilleries announce no more tours as.
He chronicles the story of founding his company, bourbon barrel foods, with a single idea to create the only microbrewed soy sauce made in the united states and the only soy sauce in the world thats fermented and aged in bourbon barrels. Veach has done the research necessary for a factual but readable history of kentucky bourbon. It is one of kentucky s nine original counties, and is best known for its historical association with bourbon whiskey. Bourbon county, kentucky genealogy familysearch wiki. Kentucky bourbon whiskey adds significant new information to our understanding of the history of the kentucky whiskey industry. Aug 15, 2017 this singlebarrel 103proof kentucky straight bourbon whiskey was released in june 2017 for the kentucky bourbon affair. Add to that our wineries and breweries, and theres a whole range of signature drink offerings for you to explore, including the famous kentucky derby mint julep. The uncut and unfiltered story of american whiskey, follows the trail of america whiskeymaking from its 17th century origins right up to the present day. Old bourbon county is comprised of 14 modern counties. But did you know that in kentuckys past there were many more bourbon distilleries in existence than there are today. Mar 05, 2016 michael veachs first book is the seminal work on kentucky bourbon heritage and american whiskey in general. Pam spaulding, a veteran photographer and photojournalist, is the photographer of the complete guide to kentucky state parks and the kentucky bourbon cocktail book.
The kentucky bourbon trail is a regional tour of nine worldrenowned bourbon distilleries including. Microfilmed records can be found online at kentucky, probate records, 17921977 for caldwell, henry, hickman, russell and trimble counties. The 17 best bourbon whiskeys you can buy in 2019 gear patrol. As this is the most popular distillery on the ky bourbon trail, it is highly recommended to book a reservation for a tour two days in advance. The majority of the book is concerning each kentucky countys distilleries that either once. And its new american while oak barrels were toasted to specifications. A history of distilleries in kentucky by chester zoelller. Butler books is a louisville, kentucky based full service publisher of trade nonfiction, fiction and illustrated books. Albert schmid has worked as an executive chef and currently teaches at sullivan universitys national center for hospitality studies. The author takes the idea of a private tour of a distillery to a whole new level. 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. Matt jamies book, eat your bourbon, is a cookbook and a fascinating read. The pictures in this book speak more than a thousand words each.
A taste of louisvilles urban bourbon experience will likely make you want to experience all of bourbon country and its over 30 bourbon attractions. Bourbon city cruisers loves that each etuk is an ecofriendly and zeroemission vehicle. The kentucky bourbon trail book from contains nearly 200 vintage photographs of the bourbon industry, past and present, making it an essential companion for bourbon enthusiasts as they visit the kentucky bourbon trail distilleries. What better way to learn about the bourbon industry and history in kentucky than to follow the bourbon trail. It is the perfect gift for anyone who loves dogs and love bourbon.
Bourbon is kentuckys claim to distilled spirits fame, with brands like makers mark, woodford reserve, wild turkey and jim beam known around the world. While many think bourbon needs to be made in kentucky, nowadays the cornbased spirit legally the mash must include at. The dogs of bourbon country is a photographic book featuring dogs in kentucky bourbon distilleries. So long as the whiskey follows the main bourbon guidelines above when being distilled, and the end result meets the bourbon criteria, it can then officially be called americas native spirit. Bourbon tails takes you on a photographic journey inside many of the finest kentucky bourbon distilleries, starring the. Book a tour kentucky bourbon boys kentucky bourbon boys. A new book hitting store shelves soon features the dogs of bourbon country. How whiskey law shaped america, tells the real history of kentuckys famous spirit by using only historic lawsuits between the early distillers. Yet despite its global appeal, bourbon remains a quintessentially kentucky creation and a uniquely american spirit. Bourbon is now being produced across the united states, but kentucky remains the symbolic and physical heart of bourbon making. Bourbon aficionado chet zoeller, determined to preserve this important chapter of kentucky history, conducted multiyear research to catalog and describe every distillery that ever existed in the commonwealth. The bourbon trail in kentucky is a pilgrimage spot for those who love this amazing spirit. New upk book explores kentuckys bourbon backroads uknow. We dont always agree on the quality of the book or the message it is trying to say but what we all do agree on is that the book is always better when we discuss it.
Ten local bourbon writers for your summer reading list. Veach reveals the true story of bourbon in kentucky bourbon whiskey. Because of bourbon s continued growth in popularity, the misinformed malcontents are spreading like a bad virus, writes fred minnick in his 2015 standout guide, bourbon curious. This elegant, illustrated hardcover book reveals the complete history of bourbon distilling in kentucky. I am inspired by these dishes, and the bourbon cocktail chapter is amazing. 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. Organized by courses, with a distinct bourbon flair, the mouthwatering recipes are easy for a cook with any skill level to replicate. Were interested in bourbon, scotch, and wine collections. 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. The kentucky bourbon trail is an attraction that celebrates the heritage of kentucky bourbon, bringing to life the people, places, and events that signify the bourbon industry. Book your tour with the kentucky bourbon boys today.
Starting with the whiskey rebellion of the 1790s, he traces the history. Stretching over 200 miles throughout bourbon country, theres no better way to experience a road trip through kentucky than by doing bourbon distillery tours. Kentucky bourbon whiskey the university press of kentucky. Jan 20, 2020 dont forget your kentucky bourbon trail passport. Visit historic and new kentucky bourbon distilleries. We like to call it transportainment because the ride is half the fun of your bourbon city cruisers experience. The kentucky bourbon cookbook the university press of. However, jim beam also offers a shorter 45 minute tour called bourbon 101 which does not currently require a reservation. For someone extremely interested in the countybycounty, distillerbydistiller history of kentucky bourbon and sometimes rye, this book is a godsend. The kentucky bourbon trail book from contains nearly 200 vintage photographs of the bourbon industry, past and present, making it an essential companion for. Bourbon tourism has become a big economic driver for kentucky, with nearly 2 million visits to the distilleries on the kentucky bourbon trail and the kentucky bourbon trail craft tour in. Bourbon themed tour, historic river tour, kentucky river tour, bourbon tour river boat tours, buffalo trace tours, bourbon trail tours, bourbon distillery tour. Albert schmid, author of the gourmandaward winning the kentucky bourbon cookbook this book brings the experience of bourbon under one cover, offering the reader a tour guide including what is to be learned at a given distillery, where to stay, cuisine to sample locally, and additional historical sites that give a flavor of the community.
Kentucky bourbon trail a three day guide to pack it all in. The kentucky bourbon cookbook university press of kentucky. The books introduction explains how the use of specific spirits and ingredients, glassware, and special. Veach university press of kentucky, is a masterpiece by one of the countrys top bourbon authorities that merits a prominent place in dads library. Sip, stroll and savor your way across the bluegrass on this 18 distillery adventure. Bourbon s popularity is matched only by its versatility. So, with that, the original bourbon book club was born and here we are, a year later, and still reading and drinking. Bourbon tails takes you on a photographic journey inside many of the finest kentucky bourbon. Chet zoellers years of research uncover hundreds of. Now that the worlds interest in americas only native spirit is booming, craft distillers are popping up in other parts of the country, but kentucky still produces 95% of the supply making it bourbons true homeplace. From classic kentucky cocktails such as the mint julep, to bourbon inspired desserts, such as bourbonpecan creme brulee with chocolate sauce, and more savory fare, such as steaks with bourbon ginger sauce, this book supplies recipes for every course. A complete guide to the kentucky bourbon trail california.
Current day bourbon county has little significance in the production of bourbon whiskey, instead, most production is concentrated in the louisville, frankfurt, and bardstown areas. The kentucky bourbon trail book kentucky bourbon trail shop. Kentucky is the birthplace of bourbon where distillers have been crafting batches large and small since the 18th century and thus perfecting it for over 200 years. Bourbon city cruisers louisville city tours on tuk tuks. Famous brands and craft makers of bourbon and whiskey call kentucky home. Bourbon is kentuckys claim to distilled spirits fame, with brands like. 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.
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. Michael veachs first book is the seminal work on kentucky bourbon heritage and american whiskey in general. Most of the book is a catalog or encyclopedia of a mind boggling number of distilleries and is well documented with historic photographs. Plus tuk tuks are quirky, fun and safe for a slow ride in downtown louisville. Book club on bourbon trail ed was our driver and was absolutely wonderful. The uncut and unfiltered story of american whiskey historian michael r. Jun 28, 2019 as the saying goes, all bourbon is whiskey, but not all whiskey is bourbon.
Its county seat is paris bourbon county is part of the lexingtonfayette, ky metropolitan statistical area. Bourbon whiskey history, timeline and important events. See more ideas about books, kentucky and books to read. Nov 06, 2019 a new book hitting store shelves soon features the dogs of bourbon country. The kentucky bourbon cocktail book a taste of kentucky. 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. And yes, you really do have to book yourself a plane to kentucky to get these beautiesand the haul will be well worth the trip. Boston beer cocktail book beer brewery italian wine book nooks distillery dory nonfiction bourbon. In it, readers will discover the history of the american whiskey industry, how american whiskey is made and marketed, the differences among various types of american whiskey bourbon, rye, tennessee. Bourbon in kentucky is an amazing, exhaustive guide to all of the very many distilleries that existed in kentucky before prohibition.
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