In Search of Vintage Whiskies
Whisky collector Mark Wade specializes in vintage bottlings, specifically Prohibition-era “medicinal” bottles. Part of his collection went on the auction block this month at Sotheby’s,… Read More
Whisky collector Mark Wade specializes in vintage bottlings, specifically Prohibition-era “medicinal” bottles. Part of his collection went on the auction block this month at Sotheby’s,… Read More
The other day, Rosemary and I had lunch at The Bar at Willett at the Willett Distillery in Bardstown. While waiting for our table, Drew Kulsveen walked up to greet us. We gave our condolences for the loss of his… Continue Reading →
The Bar at Willett Distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky serves up more than just neat pours and classic cocktails. It’s also a gourmet-quality restaurant, as proven… Read More
Maker’s Mark Distillery is one of the must-visit Kentucky distilleries near Bardstown. It’s a bourbon lover’s dream destination! The iconic red waxed bottle is recognized worldwide, and the brand started at Star Hill Farm in Loretto, Kentucky, in 1953. This bourbon has been crafted the same way for three generations—a family recipe perfected and passed […]
There are so many cozy places for a cocktail in Bardstown, KY, and one place not to miss is the Bar at Willett, located at the famed Willett Distillery. It’s the perfect romantic stop for vintage whiskeys, classic and innovative cocktails, tasty small plates for sharing, and post-distillery tour nibbles. Depending on the weather, you […]
As we celebrate the Bourbon Manor‘s 200th year, we hope you’ll join us at our historic Kentucky Bed and Breakfast for the best bourbon tours in Bardstown KY. If you’re a bourbon collector or just a fan, our charming small town is a must-visit to fill up your liquor cabinet and expand your home bar. …
If you’ve never had the joy of touring and tasting bourbon at the local Bardstown distilleries, this is the time! Spring is the perfect season before the busier travel times set in, and you’ll love the mild temperature days with beautiful blooms and lush green bringing the area to life. If it’s your first time …
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One of the best ways to spend a cozy wintery day during the holidays is with a bourbon tasting for two at the local Bardstown distilleries. The area is festive and decorated for the season, there are plenty of cheerful events planned, and all that bourbon tasting warms you up from the inside—even if it’s …
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Tennessee-based rock band Kings of Leon has become the latest celebrities to lend their name to whiskey – collaborating with Kentucky-based Willett Distillery to launch Kiamichi Whiskey – a limited edition bourbon and rye whiskey collection named after the river where the members of Kings of Leon [brothers Caleb, Nathan and Jared Followill along with […]
One of our favorite places to visit in Bardstown is the Willett Distillery, established in 1936; this family-owned distillery embraces the importance of traditional methods that put Kentucky bourbon on the map. You’ll want to book a Willett Distillery tour and then finish your visit with cocktails and small plates at the Bar at Willett—a …
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