Lux Row Distillers
October 20, 2022
As the weather turns chilly, you may find yourself reaching for your favorite summertime cocktail out of habit, but hold up. Just because you’ve been drinking sparkling wines and resort-style, tequila-based beverages for the last few months, that doesn’t mean you should continue doing so once autumn hits. As the leaves begin to change, it’s time to shake up your spirits selection with a favorite bourbon.
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September 12, 2022
September is National Bourbon Heritage Month, and trust us, there’s a lot to celebrate! Here at Lux Row Distillers, nothing makes us happier than a month dedicated to bourbon, and we’re here to help you get in the spirit—literally.
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August 18, 2022
You've likely enjoyed them dozens of times. Whether attending an event, ordering at a favorite bar, or home during a relaxing evening, classic whiskey cocktails are suitable for any occasion. Old-fashioneds, manhattans, and sazeracs are all cocktail staples, and you probably think you know them well.
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July 12, 2022
If you’re a bit new to the world of whiskey, you’ve likely come across the terms “single barrel” and “double barrel” when shopping around at your favorite spirits store and you might not have been 100% sure what exactly they mean. You know that barrels are a crucial part of the bourbon-making process, and maybe you’ve even taken a few distillery tours throughout the Bluegrass State. But it’s not always clear what the different bourbon terms stand for.
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February 1, 2019
When you’re in the bourbon section of your local liquor store, you can’t go wrong with any of our fine Lux Row offerings. But even then, you have some choices to make. If you’d like to be a more confident shopper — or you just want to impress people at dinner parties — read on to learn how to interpret that sometimes-mysterious bourbon label. (more…)
January 10, 2019
Bourbon being bourbon, it tastes pretty great no matter how you drink it. But with a spirit this divine, there’s a world of pleasure to be savored when you take the time to do it right.
Here to tell us how to bring the most flavor out of bourbon is Lux Row Distillers ambassador and lead brand representative Philip Lux.
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December 13, 2018
Finding a gift for the whiskey lover in your life is easy: As long as your gift has a whiskey theme, it’s a winner. Our list rolls high to low, ranging from a fine bar cart to a package you can put together yourself with a dose of TLC.
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November 13, 2018
Besides mistletoe, one of the best things about the holidays is the holiday party. If you really want to spread some cheer, give your party a twist and make it a whiskey tasting.
This would be an intimate party — a dozen friends or less — so you can share the experience of walking through the whiskeys together.
As the host, you’ll want to take a few steps to set up a successful tasting, and here to guide us is Philip Lux, Lux Row Distillers ambassador and lead brand representative.
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October 15, 2018
Think you know everything there is to know about bourbon? We bet you’ll learn at least one new fact from reading this list.
If nothing on here surprises you, then kudos! You’ve earned a drink. (more…)
October 2, 2018
Whiskey on its own is perfection. But it doesn’t have to be a loner. It cozies up to food in a surprisingly compatible manner.
Fine whiskey, including bourbon — served straight, on ice, or in a stimulating cocktail — combined with the right food can be a match made in heaven. You just need to observe a few basic rules. (more…)
September 21, 2018
Job: Lux Row Brand Ambassador
Duties: To educate guests about the Lux Row brands, starting with a brief history of the Lux family and its roots, followed by a distillery tour and tasting
Education: Graduated with a degree in hospitality management and event planning from Western Kentucky University in 2017
Kelsey was born and raised in Bardstown, Kentucky, so we can’t think of a better person to make suggestions about what to see and do when visiting the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. First on your list will be touring Lux Row Distillers (of course). But after that, we suggest you take Kelsey’s advice — from where to find the best cup of coffee to the best hike in Bardstown.
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August 20, 2018
There are some very specific rules when it comes to calling something “bourbon.” Though it is a type of whiskey, bourbon’s base must be at least 51 percent corn, and the spirit has to be aged in new charred oak containers. And to be considered “straight” bourbon, it has to be aged at least two years.
What else should you know about bourbon? Familiarize yourself with these terms to become a know-it-all.
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