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Who was Elijah Craig

Who was Elijah Craig

"Elijah Craig Barrel Proof Whisky - Whisky of the Year..... "Whiskey Advocate The renowned Elijah Craig is associated with some of the finest bourbons from Heaven Hill Brands. Elijah Craig is a historical figure, often referred to as the "Father of Bourbon", although this is often debated.  But certainly if he wasn't, hw was a real pioneer who help defined whiskey making! Who Was Elijah Craig? Born around 1738 in Orange County, Virginia, Elijah Craig later relocated to what is now Kentucky in 1782. Ordained as a Baptist minister in 1771, he continued preaching until his passing in 1808. A true...

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Widow Jane Distillery

Widow Jane Distillery

SMALL BATCH. Whiskey from Red Hook,  Brooklyn, NY Widow Jane was acquired by Heaven Hill when the Kentucky distillery bought its parent company Samson & Surrey in 2022. It operates n the lively city of Red Hook, at the intersection of historic and modern New York City, amidst its cobblestone streets.  According to the brand the whiskey in this blend comes from Indiana and Tennessee, not the Bluegrass State.  Widow Jane meticulously selects top barrels of Straight Bourbon & Rye Whiskeys nationwide. Produced locally in Brooklyn's Red Hook neighbourhood, they offer unfiltered, and proofed with pure limestone water from Rosendale Mines in Upstate...

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Barrel Entry Proof:  What is??

Barrel Entry Proof: What is??

Every one talks about barrel proof and barrel entry proof..we try explain it for .

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Bourbon Brother Library : Belle Meade

Belle Meade: The History

IN THE BEGINNING, 1878 Belle Meade Bourbon was one of the 30 different labels crafted by Charles Nelson in the late 1800’s. Unlike his other products, this bourbon was produced in partnership with Sperry Wade & Company of Nashville, TN. Nelson's Green Brier Distillery was contracted by Sperry Wade & Company to distribute Belle Meade bourbon, rye, corn, and Tennessee whiskies. Upon its release in 1878, Belle Meade became a popular choice due to its exceptional quality and value. Unfortunately, the brand - along with many others - was lost and forgotten when Tennessee embraced Prohibition in 1909. THE DISCOVERY,...

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