Tag Archives: Jim Beam

Plenty of fun to be had on Kentucky Derby Day

Posted on May 16, 2016 by theurbanllama

With blue skies and mild temperatures, all in attendance at the annual Governor’s Downtown Derby Celebration in Frankfort were free to enjoy the preamble to the 142nd Run for the Roses, and focus on food, drinks and fun. The event … Continue reading →

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Bourbon, Bites & Brews Feed a Thirsty Spirit

Posted on August 30, 2015 by theurbanllama

After traveling the Midway and riding the thrill rides for hours on end, many fairgoers are ready to sit for a spell, sample a refreshing cocktail and perhaps get a bite to eat. That all can be accomplished in style … Continue reading →

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Bourbon for Blood

Posted on May 28, 2014 by theurbanllama

If you are trying to raise money for a good cause in Kentucky, it’s never a bad idea to offer some fine sipping whiskey as an enticement. This was just the case last Thursday when I attended the finale of … Continue reading →

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Jim Beam Offers Up Aged White Lightning

Posted on March 22, 2013 by theurbanllama

Around the Kentucky region, stories of outlaw whiskey fill the hills, and with the surge in popularity being enjoyed by the whiskey industry it’s no surprise that moonshine has become all the rage. Jim Beam is hopping into this niche market … Continue reading →

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Maker’s Mark Misses Target

Posted on February 20, 2013 by theurbanllama

I have been a member of the Maker’s Mark ambassador program for over a decade, which means I was fond of bourbon at far too young an age, and I drink a bit of it. Bourbon drinkers are funny, in … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Chase Inspires Grueling Pace

Posted on October 15, 2011 by theurbanllama

WILD TURKEY TEAM, GIVE ‘EM THE BIRD, PUMPS OUT 200 MILES BETWEEN 6 DISTILLERIES “I love the smell of sour mash in the morning – it smells like, victory.” That’s the thought I had as I crested a hill approaching … Continue reading →

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