214 - Jack & Jim: What's the Difference?

Bourbon Pursuit

What happens when you get master distillers from two largest rivaling brands together? Actually, some pretty good jokes. Fred Noe, Master Distiller at Jim Beam, and Jeff Arnett, Master Distiller at Jack Daniel’s, take the stage at Bourbon and Beyond to field questions asked by Fred Minnick. They talk about BBQ, celebrities, mash bills, the Lincoln County Process, and if Jack Daniels is actually a bourbon. Bourbon and Beyond 2019 will take place September 20th through the 22nd so if you want to be there in person to hear sessions like today’s podcast, go get yours at BourbonandBeyond.com.

Show Notes:

• This week’s Above the Char with Fred Minnick talks about drinking in moderation.
• What kind of music have your brands been part of?
• What is your BBQ connection?
• What is the history of your distillery?
• What is your mash bill?
• What is your proof point off the still?
• What do you think of the Lincoln County process?
• How do you train your tour guides?
• Tell us about Gentleman Jack.
• Tell us about Jim Beam.
• Is Jack Daniels a bourbon?
• Do you ever feel competitive against each other?
• What does your average day look like?
• What was it like to hang out with Mila Kunis?
• What celebrities are connected to Jack Daniels?
• How often do you introduce new products?

https://youtu.be/J1NoejIIXJ0