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How Harley the Magnificent Became a Breyer Horse Model

Harley the Magnificent! He is an American Sugarbush Harlequin Draft horse officially named “Daisy’s Chief Dane” but now is known as Harley when he escorts Thoroughbred horses to the racetrack. He is noticed whenever he is on the track at Churchill Downs or Keeneland.

Tips for Drinking the Best Wheat Whiskey

When it comes to American whiskey, our history books are filled with bourbon and rye whiskey nostalgia. Forgotten in our annals is the good old wheat whiskey.

According to an 1862 California State Agricultural Society report, wheat whiskey was the “pure article” and became so popular that 75,000 gallons was not enough to supply the state. The whiskey became highly imitated by rectifiers. In one 1860 faux wheat whiskey recipe, it mixed Rhatany root, cinnamon and sugar coloring with neutral spirit and other whiskeys.

'The Winner's Circle' Features Hall of Fame Trainer Bob Baffert

Featuring America’s Best Racing’s deep roster of talented contributors, including former ESPN SportsCenter weekend anchor now-turned radio personality Bram Weinstein, who serves as the host of “The Winner’s Circle”; Joe Kristufek, paddock analyst at fabled Churchill Downs; and Dan Tordjman, “The Winner’s Circle” presented by SB Nation Radio brings together these accomplished racing insiders to share their knowledge, tips, insights, and opinions by offering a unique, weekly perspective of our sports landscape.

Racehorse Owner Jim Rome Nominated to Radio Hall of Fame, Voting Now Open

Jim Rome, a nationally syndicated sports radio personality and Thoroughbred owner who has become one of the sport’s leading advocates, was nominated to the National Radio Hall of Fame, and you can vote for him to be inducted now at radiovote.com.

Did You Know Liquor Ads Were Once Banned?

Have you’ve ever wondered why whiskey brands advertise less than beer? Or why whiskey models wear more threads than scantily clothed beer ladies?

The reasons may surprise you.

When it comes to alcohol advertising, the American federal government only restricts false claims, but the distilled spirits industry vigorously polices itself.

In fact, spirits businesses self-imposed a TV ban, says Frank Coleman, senior vice president of public affairs and communications for the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States.

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