Lux Row Distillers
April 20, 2023
Whiskey, in some shape or form, has been around for centuries, with its origins traced back to European monks. Even American whiskey boasts deep roots, with Revolutionary-era whiskey delighting the colonists just as it delights whiskey connoisseurs today.
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March 23, 2023
Whether you’ve already been to your fair share of distilleries or are new to the delicious (and educational) world of exploring the spirit-making process, knowing what to expect before you book a tour is helpful. Here at Lux Row Distillers, nothing makes us happier than sharing our history, process, and spirits with the world — and there’s no better way to do so than by opening our doors and allowing whiskey lovers to experience it for themselves.
If you’re wondering what happens on a Lux Row Distillers distillery tour, read on for a sneak peek:
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March 23, 2023
Latest Rebel brand-family variant elevates the proof – and taste – following in the footsteps of its bourbon namesake
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January 24, 2023
If you're just getting into all things whiskey, you’ve likely come across a handful of terms that are a little unfamiliar up until this point. “Single barrel,” “double barrel,” “mash,” “Master Distiller” — the whiskey industry definitely comes with its own lingo.
To get you up to speed, here’s everything you need to know about who the Master Distiller is, what they do and, if you’re already in the know, how you can become one. (And, if you're still a little confused about that single versus double barrel thing, you can learn more about that, here!)
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November 9, 2020
When you’re wondering what to get someone for the holidays, look to their hobbies. Since you’re friends with cool people, they’re into whiskey. Use that as a jumping-point for your shopping, and you’re sure to channel the “spirit” of the season for every level of fan.
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October 1, 2020
COVID-19 has had a profound impact on our lives, and the Bourbon Capital of the World has not gone unscathed.
Bardstown, the teeming tourism metropolis and home to Lux Row Distillers, became a ghost town for three months until June, when Kentucky officials gave the okay for distilleries to reopen to the public.
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September 30, 2020
Collecting is a hobby with benefits. Whether it's a traditional object like stamps, or a more contemporary obsession like great bourbons, building a collection reaps rewards beyond the collection itself.
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August 25, 2020
Bourbon is so great, it has an entire month devoted to it. This important milestone was instituted in 2007 by the U.S. Senate, who declared that every September should be celebrated as National Bourbon Heritage Month, as a nod to bourbon's role as "America's Native Spirit."
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July 28, 2020
It’s uncivilized to drink whiskey straight from the bottle, but pouring it into an ill-suited glass is nearly as bad.
Show off your Lux Row whiskey and encourage its flavors, scent, and color in the proper vessel. Don’t know which one to reach for? Here are five suggestions.
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July 28, 2020
If you analyze what makes bourbon taste so good, you might think of the sweetness that comes from its corn mash, or the caramel and vanilla that come from the charred barrels when it ages.
But there's another, almost invisible influence that makes whiskey what it is: the air that it breathes.
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June 30, 2020
If you're a bourbon drinker, and of course you are, then you know about "proof." It's one of those liquor words.
Proof tells how strong a spirit is, and for plenty of people, that's all they need to know. But boning up on the finer details can add to your appreciation of your bourbon — and that is always a good thing.
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May 20, 2020
Bourbon goes with everything, whether it’s a sizzling steak hot off the grill or a charcuterie board with smoky nuts and cheese.
But there’s no sweeter pairing than bourbon and ice cream.
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