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May 06, 2005
Educational visits
During his stay in Kentucky, the Monk made some really good friends, friends who took it upon themselves to ensure that his education in matters alcoholic did not go unattended. In fact, they took him on a tour of distilleries! On top of this, he got a really knowledgable introduction to the finer points of American wines - Californian, and some from the local vinyards as well. There's some damned good plonk in them thar hills!
The Monk's friends and mentors in matters Kentucky Bourbon pose at the sign for a well known brand!
The Wild Turkey was the first place we visited; however, this particular distillery does not give tasters - but they do hand out rather nice chocolates made with bourbon centres! The fumes in the fermentation rooms, the distillation plant, and then in the whiskey warehouses were enough to give one a feel for it. Photography is banned inside these premises - with good reason; a spark could touch off a very interesting fire!
Just as well the Monk did not have to sample the Wild Turkey's wares - his friends made sure he got to sample some other whiskey at the next distillery and even ensured he had some to bring home. Not a bad drop at all, and they even spell it properly! For the record the Monk is a drinker of the Irish, normally, but will in future make an exception if it's from Kentucky!
Excuse me while I go and refill my glass - good call guys; only problem is I can't get any more here!
Posted by The Gray Monk at May 6, 2005 08:44 AM