February Whiskey University : Whiskey 101

2020 Carter Avenue,Ashland KY 41101

13 February, 2023

Description

There are ten basic classes that make up the General University Requirements (G.U.R.’s). They are Whiskey 101; Bourbon 201; Tennessee Whiskey 202; “The Big 3”; The Bourbon Capital Region; The Bluegrass Region; and The Whiskey Row Region. In order to qualify for the first level of recognition the student must take Bourbon 201 and any other 4 Tasting Classes. After completing three you earn a ”Certificate of Completion” in Basic Whiskey Studies and title ”Apprentice Bourbon Taster.” In Whiskey 101, you will learn the difference between Distilled Spirits & Fermented Beverages (or hard liquor vs. soft liquor, like beer and wine). You will then learn about and taste some of the seven main Distilled Spirits including; Whiskey, Vodka, Rum, Tequila, Gin, Brandy and Liqueur. You will be able to differentiate between those liquors. Next you will learn about and taste some of the eight most popular types of Whiskey; Bourbon, Scotch, Tennessee, Canadian, Rye, American Blended, Irish, and Corn Whiskey (Moonshine) and find out what makes them different. Then you will learn what a Super Premium Bourbon or Top Shelf Bourbon is and how they saved the the bourbon industry. You will learn and taste some of the first Super Premium brands made; Blanton’s Single Barrel in 1984, Elijah Craig Small Batch in 1987 or Booker's Barrel Strength Bourbon in 1988.