Mike Veach of Louisville’s Filson Historical Society was always gracious with his time. Chuck Cowdery, as the dean of American whiskey writers, was also an invaluable source of insight, be it through his blog (www.chuckcowdery.blogspot.com), books, industry newsletter, or occasional e-mail in response to a question. My afternoon spent with Dixie Hibbs, the former mayor of Bardstown and the author of a book on Nelson County distilleries, was one of my favorite memories about this project. There were many helpful people within the whiskey industry, but here are some of the standouts: Greg Davis, Matt Hofmann, Freddie Johnson, Angus MacDonald, Chris Morris, Amir Peay, David Pickerell, Paul Pogue, Bill Samuels, Jr., Amy Preske, John Uselton, and Christopher Williams. At the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States, Frank Coleman, Lisa Hawkins, and Alexandra Sklansky were always helpful and informative. Finally, there is a small group of whiskey bloggers whose work I love.
