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Issue 111 Out Now

Whisky Magazine Issue 111

Kentucky, Louisville, Benromach

 

The Kentucky Bourbon Festival

Since 1776, the people of Bardstown, Kentucky have been making Bourbon. Their dedication to the fine art of distilling eventually gave Bardstown the title of Bourbon Capital of the World. Come celebrate this passion and history at The Kentucky Bourbon Festival. The Kentucky Bourbon Festival gives you 6 full days of smooth Bourbon, delicious food, and great entertainment, with a healthy dose of Kentucky hospitality thrown in for good measure. From black tie galas to historical tours, there is something for all ages and interests. It's a wonderful six-day event full of activities for the whole family.

When
Monday 10th September 2012 - Saturday 15th September 2012

Where
Bardstown
Kentucky
U.S.A.

Contact
Telephone : 001.800.638.4877
Web: www.kybourbonfestival.com
Email: info@kybourbonfestival.com

A blue grass state of mind
Now in its 16th year, this annual event has become the gathering for bourbon fans. Rob Allanson went to find out more.

November 2007, Issue 67, page 56

A true boon in Kentucky
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival is one of the year's whiskey highlights. Damian Riley-Smith brought back a suitcase full of fond memories

March 2003, Issue 29, page 24

Bourbon in the spotlight
Marcin Miller catches up with some of the key figures in the world of bourbon during the Gala Dinner of the Kentucky Bourbon Festival

December 2000, Issue 13, page 24

Bourbon tastes
Spent any time in Kentucky and you'll soon come across Jeff and Ann McMichael. Dominic Roskrow reports

September 2010, Issue 90, page 35

Expansion demands
Charles K.Cowdery looks at what the US distilling community is doing to meet the growing demand for their products

June 2008, Issue 72, page 46

Festival time
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival is normally a safe bet.This year,though, there was an unusual excitement to it,too. Dominic Roskrow reports.

October 2008, Issue 75, page 38

From the Editor
The best way to sell booze is, in my opinion, to let people try it. However, because of the potency of our chosen spirit, sampling needs to take place under controlled circumstances. And let's not for...

November 2002, Issue 27, page 5

From the Editor
For us whisky enthusiasts, there are few places we'd rather be than on Islay during the whisky festival (see Dave Broom's diary, pages 20-22). I had the good fortune to stay on the island as a guest ...

September 2001, Issue 18, page 5

Kentucky calling
Whisky musician Robin Laing experiences the Kentucky Bourbon Festival for the first time and finds a home from home.

October 2006, Issue 59, page 51

Kentucky Roses (Four Roses)
Four Roses has thrived since it was bought by Japanese brewer Kirin. Stuart MacLean Ramsay found out why.

October 2003, Issue 34, page 28

Lighten up (Barbecues)
Whisky can be a great summer drink – and it can work well with the barbecue. Dominic Roskrow gets the big recipe book out

July 2007, Issue 65, page 42

Open house
Whisky Magazine's Damian Riley-Smith previews bourboun's hot event

September 2000, Issue 11, page 44

Return of the rye
The bad guy's whiskey is set to leap off the history shelves and stage a magnificent revival. Scott Aiges makes an irresistable case for procurring some bottles.

April 2000, Issue 9, page 59

Southern inspirations: cooking with bourbon
Martine Nouet crosses the Atlantic to bring you some fine recipes using quality bourbons

January 2003, Issue 28, page 52

The feast of Bourbon
The Kentucky Bourbon Festival is starting to attract people from across the world. Dominic Roskrow went to find out why

November 2003, Issue 35, page 27

The world at our feet
Modern whisky cocktails are impacting across the world. Australian drinks writer Naren Young takes a global view

July 2005, Issue 49, page 54

Whiskey heaven
It was show time in Kentucky and Damian Riley-Smith found it very much to his taste.

December 1999, Issue 7, page 48

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