Man o’ War is widely considered to be the greatest racehorse in North American history. The chestnut colt was named in honor of his owner, who shortly after the horse was born enlisted to fight in France in World War I … at the age of 65!
The used bourbon barrel market has never been stronger.
Used barrels once fetched a measly $15 for secondary usage. Now the used barrels command upwards of $125 to $400. Scotch and Irish whiskey producers have long purchased used bourbon barrels, but distillers have found new avenues during bourbon’s latest boom. These secondary markets range from Bourbon Barrel Foods, aging Soy Sauce and other food products in used barrels, to the Historic Pen Company, which manufactures pens out of used bourbon barrels.
To celebrate World Book Day, members of team America’s Best Racing shared their favorite book about horses and racing. From children’s classics to horseplaying guides, our team gives their recommendations for a perfect racing read.
For years, I’ve unofficially tracked bourbon sales in Kentucky liquor stores. Anecdotally, store managers and owners have told me their top three volume brands were Woodford Reserve, Maker’s Mark, and Buffalo Trace. Jim Beam, Evan Williams, Henry McKenna, Four Roses, Bulleit, and few others have cracked the top five from time to time, but the one and two position have been a steady stream of Maker’s and Woodford.
