Bourbon: The Spirit of America
Weeks 6, 7 | Days Vary | Turner Community Center | Ages 21 and up
Bourbon whiskey is our American spirit! In this class you will explore the enchanting flavors of this amber beverage. Learn about what bourbon really is, how bourbon is made, how it differs from other whiskeys. We'll discuss the history of whiskey in America, from the development of the spirit on the frontier, to the Whiskey Rebellion, to Prohibition, and to the modern trend of craft distilling. Learn how to enjoy bourbon, either straight up or in a cocktail. Included is a tasting of a select array of fine bourbons to make the course a truly spirited experience!
Materials fee of $15 due to instructor at start of class.
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Frank Becker
B.S., J.D. University of Kentucky. Frank Becker hales from Kentucky's bourbon country, is an Executive Bourbon Steward (essentially a Bourbon Sommelier), and a member of the prestigious Stave & Thief Society and the Lexington Bourbon Society. Frank has been a lawyer, law professor, author, and professional photographer, He studied distillation and brewing science, and wine appreciation, at the University of Kentucky.
