Behind the Barrel

G&G editor in chief David DiBenedetto and bourbon expert and G&G contributor Tom Wilmes welcomed guests to the James B. Beam Distilling Company for an intimate Beam family experience. The evening began with cocktails in the newly opened Fred B. Noe Distillery, followed by the opportunity to wax-dip a commemorative bottle. Afterward, guests embarked up the hill to the private Knob Creek House for a Beam family barbecue with live music, and, of course, more bourbon.

Special Thanks to:
Shepherdsville/Bullitt County Tourist & Convention Commission

May 16, 2024

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The Outpost at James B. Beam Distilling Co.

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The Monte Clermont, comprised of Old Overholt Monongahela Rye, Bénédictine, absinthe, and Peychaud’s bitters; The Groomsman’s Speech, a blend of Jim Beam Black, sparkling wine, and hard herbs; and the Lime Ricky, made of lime, simple syrup, and soda water.

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Guests enjoy cocktails before dipping their own bottles of Knob Creek.

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After dipping their own bottle, guests personalize them with a stamped thumb.

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A unique dinner experience at the private Knob Creek House lawn, complete with live music, exquisite food, and bourbon cocktail pairings.

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Fred Noe, Tom Wilmes, David DiBenedetto, and Freddie Noe.

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Christina and Michael Veitenheimer.

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William and Rene Hutchisson and Paul and Alisa Michael.

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A special tasting of Little Book and Booker’s led by the Noes.

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Yamina Leatherwood and Deb Boyd.

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The first course: smoked beets with black-eyed pea hummus paired with the Lebanon Tea cocktail consisting of Jim Beam White, black tea, and orange blossom.

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