If you’re planning a Kentucky bourbon trip, Cincinnati is only an hour and a half away from most distilleries and has a strong whiskey scene of its own.
Where to stay?
For lodging, the best options are on the Ohio side of Cincinnati.
Justin Nicholson is a longtime owner-breeder of racehorses who co-founded Ninety North Racing Stable in 2011 and manages racing-breeding operations in the U.S. under his A J Suited Racing Stable. Nicholson, along with his wife, Kathryn Sharp, and Dan Tordjman co-founded Equestricon, the first horse racing/lifestyle event designed to celebrate the sport of racing with fans.
Famous athletes and sports expressions often inspire the names submitted for Thoroughbred racehorses, and baseball is no exception.
As the breed registry for North American Thoroughbreds, The Jockey Club is responsible for reviewing and approving all Thoroughbred names. Last year, the registry reviewed more than 35,000 names, with about 73 percent of those getting approved.
“It seems like we see a name related to baseball about once or twice a week, with more submitted during or just after the playoffs,” said Rick Bailey, registrar for The Jockey Club.
When you pick up an American whiskey bottle, you’ll see some terms that are regulated and offer great insight, while others are just marketing drivel that do not amount to a hill of spent mash. Hopefully, this quick-hitting guide helps you select the perfect bottle in your next shopping experience.
Non-Regulated Terms
These are common terms without government classification or definitions. While some terms are straightforward and legally bound by truth-in-labeling laws, others are generic and offer no help.
