The Bluegrass state is located in close proximity to the Appalachian Mountains, which contributes to its' topographic landscape. The Kentucky is comprised of forest ridden hills and mountains, lakes, creeks and fresh water springs. Kentucky's northern state line is composed of rivers. All of these qualities have led to the prosperity of bourbon despite its' historical trials and tribulations. According to Lubbers, Kentucky's water is known to have high levels of calcium, which leads to the strong bones that are required of good race horses, another favorite Kentuckian past-time. The limestone shelf that makes up the foundation for Kentucky's clay soil, also acts as a filter to the water sources removing the water's iron content. This is only one factor that makes up Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey such a unique flavorful experience.
Kentucky's northern state border in comprised of two major rivers, the Ohio river, which joins with the mighty Mississippi river at the southern foot of Kentucky. These major rivers make the ideal transportation for many goods along to cities situated along the rivers further south. The ability to ship goods and resources along major waters ways, as historical accounts have proven, determine the success of major cities around the