As you know, February is Black History Month, and we'd like to celebrate and honor some notable people who made large strides for the beverage industry. First up:
Meet Nathan "Nearest" Green
The untold story of the man behind one of America's most iconic whiskeys 🥃
Master of His Craft
An enslaved man who mastered and perfected the Lincoln County Process - a unique charcoal filtering method that revolutionized Tennessee whiskey making.
First African-American Master Distiller
After emancipation, Green became Jack Daniel's first master distiller, where his expertise shaped the foundation of Tennessee whiskey as we know it today.
A Legacy Honored
Today, @unclenearest, a Black-founded premium whiskey company, celebrates his pioneering contributions to American distilling, ensuring his craftsmanship is finally recognized.
Celebrating Beverage Innovators
At Better Booch, we believe in honoring the true pioneers who shaped American beverage making. Green's story reminds us that expertise and dedication to craft know no bounds.