Local "craft" distillery takes on leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine and spirits as investor. Source: Constellation Ventures Invests in Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery | Wine Industry Insight
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Whiskey History: What Is Tennessee Whiskey
Further proving the misconceptions of the definition of Tennessee Whiskey, even our friendly neighbors to the North don't have it quite right. Tennessee Whiskey was defined by House Bill 1084 and signed into law in May of 2013. Here are the simple requirements: Manufactured in Tennessee; Made of a grain mixture that is at least…
Koch Brothers + Redneck Asshats = A Thorn in the Side of Tennessee Whiskey
I've tried to be somewhat PC through all this, but that stops here. Is THIS asshat the picture of who should be making decisions for the future of Tennessee's 150 year old industry? This guy with his played out, over the hill rock star persona and age inappropriate flavor saver? (Not that there is an…
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Why Kentucky should support defining Tennessee Whiskey- I’m talking to you, KDA
If you've ever met a Kentuckian, you've probably heard their favorite statistic more than once, that 95% of the world's bourbon is made in Kentucky. They'll usually go on to add that they don't know who makes the rest of it, but that they don't drink it. This tidbit coupled with a mention of Kentucky…
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Defining Tennessee Whiskey returns to Tennessee General Assembly
The law defining Tennessee Whiskey returns to the agenda of the Tennessee House State Government Subcommittee today. Item 39 of the noon session is HB0638- "As introduced, eliminates restrictions on advertising, describing, labeling, naming, selling, or referring to, for marketing or sales purposes, an intoxicating liquor as “Tennessee Whiskey,” “Tennessee Whisky,” “Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey,”…
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Master Distiller John Lunn joining Popcorn Sutton Distillery – Nashville whiskey | Examiner.com
Master Distiller John Lunn joining Popcorn Sutton Distillery - Nashville whiskey | Examiner.com.
10 places for SEC basketball fans to get into the spirits in Nashville – Nashville whiskey | Examiner.com
SEC fans can take a break from the action to check out five of Tennessee's spirits within a 20 minute drive from downtown. 10 places for SEC basketball fans to get into the spirits in Nashville - Nashville whiskey | Examiner.com.
George Dickel Master Distiller Leaves Diageo
Diageo's internal brief on Lunn's departure was, well, brief: As you may have heard, John Lunn, Site Director Southern Hub and Master Distiller, will be leaving Diageo and has accepted an exciting opportunity outside the company. His last day will be March 13th. While I am extremely sorry to lose John, I am happy for…
Tennessee: Red, White, and Booze : Booze Traveler : TravelChannel.com
Looking forward to seeing Tennessee's newest iconic brands featured on the Travel Channel's Booze Traveler. Tune in tonight at 10/9C for a look into Nelson's Green Brier & Prichard's distilleries. Don't worry; Jack doesn't leave Tennessee without seeking out a little moonshine! Tennessee: Red, White, and Booze : Booze Traveler : TravelChannel.com.
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Book Review: ‘Wood, Whiskey and Wine’ by Henry H. Work – WSJ
The barrel is a small miracle: something made of wood without nails or glue, which can hold liquids almost indefinitely... Book Review: ‘Wood, Whiskey and Wine’ by Henry H. Work - WSJ.
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