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Get out the popcorn and get ready to watch this classic 2008 film from Kent Masterson Brown, Founder of Witnessing History Education Foundation. Better yet, skip the popcorn and choose some liquid corn in your favorite Glencairn glass. Pick your favorite bourbon from any of the 50 states, give it a pour and sit back and listen to Brown’s silky smooth voice as he shares the tale of ‘Bourbon and Kentucky: A History Distilled’.
‘Bourbon and Kentucky’ explores how distilling originated in Kentucky with its first settlers in 1775 and takes you to many of Central Kentucky’s earliest distilling operations. You’ll learn how Bourbon got its name and why we use the term “proof” when discussing the alcohol content of bourbon.
Key Moments from Bourbon & Kentucky: A History Distilled
- What is Kentucky Bourbon anyway?
- Fermentation Process
- Kentucky’s Soil
- Whiskey During the Revolution
- The Craig Family (as in Elijah Craig)
- The Whiskey Rebellion – Excise Act of 1791
- Distillation Equipment Manufacturing
- The Birth of Bourbon
- Prohibition
Kent Masterson Brown is a nationally recognized, dynamic, energetic, passionate speaker on American History. He was the creator and first editor of the national magazine, “The Civil War,” and is author of six books, including Cushing of Gettysburg: The Story of a Union Artillery Commander, and Retreat from Gettysburg: Lee, Logistics and the Pennsylvania Campaign. Kent’s books have been selections of the History Book Club and Military Book Club. His books have received rave reviews and numerous national awards.
To watch a high resolution version of ‘Bourbon and Kentucky: A History Distilled’ you can purchase it on DVD here or watch it on demand here.
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