What could be better?

What could be better than a trip that includes imbibing? (You know the S word and chocolate come to mind, but traveling and drinking is 3rd on the list).

I just reconnected with a friend of mine and her lens on Squidoo about America's history on Whiskey making is fascinating.


Below is a peek. Check out the entire lens at www.squidoo.com/whiskeytrail

The American Whiskey Trail is steeped in our country's history. We owe our whiskey making today to the Scotch-Irish heritage that immigrated into the United States hundreds of years ago. American whiskies came from those immigrants
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Whiskey's origins mainly came from Scotland. One can tell they are drinking American whiskey or Scottish whiskey just by the spelling. But just like bourbons and whiskies the Scottish whiskey has a distinct flavor all its own. This lens is dedicated to the American heritage of those immigrants that settled into the USA and brought their whiskey making skills with them.

While prohibition may have curbed the whiskey industry for a short time, it is up and running strong. It is a part of American history, the history of those who immigrated into this country at its birth and during its foundling years. Therefore this tribute is not just to the alcohol industry, but to a bit of Americana.

George Washington, our first president, has ties to the roots of making American whiskey. Others who held to developing us into a nation also were a part of this history, but not as prominent as the 1st president.

The Trail runs through 5 states and can be a an exciting road trip or several weekend getaways for the history and travel enthusiast.