Jackie Zykan, a well-known face in the spirits sector, shares her experience working as a former master taster at Old Forester, Brown Forman, and her beginnings as a master blender for Hidden Barn Whiskey
Jamie Hunt, Founder and CEO of Fast Penny Spirits talks about her company’s marketing strategies and making of Amaro Americano, a rich Italian liqueur.
Alex Thomas, Master Blender at the Old Bushmills Distillery and The Sexton Irish whiskey shares her experience working as a master blender and her views on the consumer trends taking hold this year.
Consolidation, not only among producers but also distributors. Related to that is the blurring of craft through the acquisition and creative branding of larger producers.