Product Description
by Susan Reigler (Author), Julian III Van Winkle (Foreword by)
Celebrate the quintessential American spirit by exploring its fascinating history, lasting influence, and how production affects what you taste. From Angel's Envy and Buffalo Trace to Willett and Woodford Reserve, each chapter of this handsomely illustrated volume profiles one distillery, featuring engaging stories of its origins, evolution, and initiatives for the future. Tasting notes for recommended bottles include popular favorites and worthy splurges so you can learn more about your preferred drams and discover exciting new expressions to try. Capsule biographies illuminate the achievements of distillers and other colorful characters, while archival images and gorgeous photography bring the fields, stills, rickhouses, bottles, and whiskeys beautifully to life. Meticulously researched, this thorough compendium also highlights must-visit attractions near the distilleries. So pour yourself a finger or two and plan your pilgrimage or relive the experience of a lifetime. Kentucky Bourbon will help you enjoy the crown jewel of the commonwealth in all its splendor.
