1620 Distilling

In this episode of Bourbon With Friends. The guys are joined by Alyson, co-owner and co-founder of 1620 distilling. In 1620, George Thorpe, our 7th Great Grandfather, came to America to establish a college, his contribution to history would prove to be much greater.  Upon arriving in America George was introduced to the Indians of the region and more importantly, to their corn.  In the fall of 1620, George substituted this Indian corn for barley and distilled America’s first corn whiskey.  Thus, George became not only our grandfather but, the Grandfather of Corn Whiskey.In a letter to home George referred to his new drink as a “soe good drinke of Indian corn” that was better than “good stronge English beer.”Today, we continue our family’s four hundred year history of developing extraordinary whisky with our own “soe good drink.”Check out our sponsors!Kentucky Eagle INC. - Kentucky Eagle is growing and in need of talented people with a passion for wine and spirits. We are looking for sales positions and operational roles. We are a family owned and operated company that offers above industry average compensation, up to 7.5% 401K match, health-life-dental-vision-life insurance, car allowance, and cell allowance. Positions are available in markets around Kentucky. Please visit kyeagle.net\careers to apply.Check out their website - www.kyeagle.netBlind Barrels - Blind Whiskey Tasting Kit that was born to disrupt the whiskey industry by showcasing American craft whiskey that don’t make their way to liquor store shelves due to distribution limitations. Blind tastings are all about discovery, education, and removing brand bias, and Blind Barrels hits home with whiskey communities by supporting the very best in smaller distillers who are making the most amazing, innovative, and delicious products that you can't get at your liquor store.Instagram - blindbarrelswww.blindbarrels.comSupport the Show.Follow us on:www.bourbonwithfriends.comInstagram: @bwfpodcastFacebook: BWFPodcastTik tok: bwfpodcastYouTube: Bwfpodcast