Take a whirlwind trip down the Bourbon Trail with “Whiskey Professor” Bernie Lubbers and learn about our nation’s native spirit. In the pages of this funny and easy-to-read book, you’ll learn:
- How bourbon is made
- The history of bourbon in America (and the world) and its evolution from corn to bourbon whiskey
- The difference between whiskey and bourbon
- How to read bourbon and whiskey bottle labels to make better choices when buying our native spirit
- A “who’s who” of the names of bourbon labels
- Where to go to visit the Kentucky distilleries (and some other bars, restaurants, and hotels nearby to make your visit more fun)
- Different drinks and recipes to make with bourbon at home
- How to host your own bourbon tasting
- What it takes to be a true “Whiskey Professor”
Newly updated in 2024, the book contains even more whiskey knowledge including the distiller’s rule of thumb, house styles, and city-specific information for your next trip to the Bluegrass state. Also enjoy more stories from the Whiskey Professor himself.