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The Fascinating History Behind Blanton’s Whiskey
For whiskey lovers, the name Blanton’s is synonymous with outstanding quality and craftsmanship. But how did this legendary bourbon come to be? The fascinating story behind Blanton’s Single Barrel Bourbon began in 1984 when Master Distiller Elmer T. Lee was tasked with creating a bourbon of exceptionally high quality. Let’s explore the age-old tradition that…
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The Forgotten Story of America’s First Black Master Distiller: Uncle Nearest
Nathan “Nearest” Green There’s a story that needs to be told. A story of an American hero, whose name has been lost in the annals of history. But his legacy is one worth remembering. His name was Nathan “Nearest” Green, and he was America’s first known African-American master distiller. Jack Daniel was a child around…