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Smokes & Spirits

  • Bourbons Bistro 2255 Frankfort Ave Louisville, KY, 40206 United States (map)

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Join us for an evening of sips and smokes as our own Bluegrass Bourbon Baron Jason Brauner welcomes back bourbon expert and founder of the BourbonBlog.com Tom Fischer for a Smokes & Spirits event on Thursday, September 28th.

You’ll enjoy a welcome cocktail and cigar, followed by two special Cohiba cigars paired with a guided bourbon tasting led by Jason and Tom.

The featured bourbons at the event are Buzzard’s Roost Char #1 Bourbon Whiskey and the new Copper & Kings Bourbon Finished in American Apple Brandy Barrels.

The cigars in this unique experience offer you two sophisticated cigar-whiskey pairings: the Cohiba Connecticut and the Cohiba Royale. This is more than just a pairing; it's a curated journey through flavors to bring your National Bourbon Heritage Month to a perfect close. 

The Cohiba Connecticut, with its Ecuadorian Shade wrapper, Mexican San Andres binder, and diverse filler, delivers a mild-to-medium smoke. This cigar will seamlessly complement the whiskey, enhancing its notes for a well-rounded taste experience.

Left: Cohiba Connecticut, Right: Cohiba Royale

The Cohiba Royale, a full-bodied cigar with a Nicaraguan Jalapa wrapper, Piloto Cubano binder, and varied filler, reveals a robust blend of chocolate and spicy notes. In this pairing, the Royale will heighten the whiskey's warmth and richness.

Price is $40 per person (tax & gratuity included) and includes cigars, bourbon pairing, welcome cocktail, and light appetizers. Visit the Bourbons Bistro OpenTable page to RSVP for this event under the “Experiences” section.


Tom Fischer

As a renowned Bourbon expert and founder of BourbonBlog.com, Tom Fischer has captivated millions with his spirited expertise. Fischer founded the first-ever media outlet dedicated to Bourbon more than 17 years ago. He is the featured Bourbon authority on Netflix's hit series Heist, and is known for hosting whiskey tastings and engaging appearances for audiences worldwide. 

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