Josh Ozersky Offers “Idiots” Fill Ins for Pappy Van Winkle
I admit it. I love to read Esquire magazine. The edginess and yes, the women ain’t bad either. But, I’m happily married so I like the writing best — especially … Read more
Alternatives to Pappy Van Winkle
Bourbon, Straight – Chuck Cowdery
Okay. I am not finished with it yet, but so far Charles K. Cowdery’s book on the history of bourbon, titled “Bourbon, Straight” is, well…can I give it the best … Read more
Why W.L. Weller Bourbon Is Almost Pappy Van Winkle
Apparently, W. L. Weller distilled Kentucky Straight Bourbon with wheat before anyone else — including Julian “Pappy” Van Winkle, Sr. Van Winkle actually worked as a liquor salesman for W.L. Weller … Read more
Why Pappy Van Winkle Hysteria is Good for Bourbon
Walker Percy introduced me to Bourbon and Wright Thompson pointed me to Pappy. Percy’s literature is all about the search for something (God?). “What is the nature of the … Read more
How to Find Pappy Van Winkle and Good Alternatives If You Can’t
Looking for some wisdom on how to find Pappy Van Winkle, the world’s best bourbon? Here’s a smattering of advice from a good article written a few years ago by Kevin … Read more