BBQ and Bourbon

A reporter from the Great Northwest, found heaven in the hills of Kentucky. Calling it his dream assignment, John Blanchette visited the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Calling bourbon his “drink of choice” he didn’t understand the history and patriotism that lies along the Bourbon Trail. Bourbon is the spirit of America. The next day we departed [...]

Kentucky, specifically Bowling Green, is the only place in the world Corvettes are built. Across from the factory is the outstanding National Corvette Museum which holds special events all throughout the summer. The first event is the C5/C6 (body styles) Bash starting April 23. Two road tours are planned, one for antiquers and another for [...]

She was a bourbon maker, but he loved her still.

The Sazerac Co. has completed its $334 million acquisition of Constellation Brands Inc. labels and facilities that include several bourbon brands, along with bourbon-related operations in Bardstown and Owensboro, Ky. Bourbon brands added to the Sazerac portfolio include Kentucky Gentleman, Kentucky Tavern, Ten High, Very Old Barton and Tom Moore. Also acquired were the Tom [...]

Kentucky is also a huge basketball state. Usually three of the largest universities in the state make the NCAA tournament: University of Kentucky, Louisville, Western Kentucky University, and Morehead State University. This year was UK’s time to sit on the sidelines (they play in the NIT.) Recruiting is pretty aggressive for Kentucky players as you [...]