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Bourbon Conversations – New Riff
February 29 @ 5:30 pm
Thu. Feb 29, 2024 at 5:30pm CST Price: $87.00 :: 21 and Over
Tickets at https://bit.ly/BC-NewRiff
Join us for Bourbon Conversations, a remarkable whiskey tasting experience, where we explore whiskey and enjoy fellowship in support of community and economic development. Our special guest is Brigadier General and former Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Executive Director Bentley Nettles.
In this special “Leap-Year” installment, we turn our attention to New Riff Distilling – winner of 1 Double Gold, and 9 Gold medals at the 2022 San Francisco World Spirits Competition! This exclusive event will showcase three award-winning whiskies alongside light bites and available event-only, cocktails meant to showcase the uniqueness and versatility of each whiskey.
This limited engagement will elevate your appreciation of the artistry behind each pour. As the evening progresses, we are delighted to have our special guest speaker to share his insights and add an extra layer of discovery and community engagement to our evening.
Special thanks to our event sponsor, our friends from Hush & Whisper:
Hush and Whisper Distilling Co. was founded to defy convention and distill true grain-to-glass spirits. By sourcing only the finest local ingredients, and committing ourselves to the highest quality production, we are sharing more than an exceptionally crafted spirit. We’re sharing an experience. Curated for authenticity. Distilled with purpose.
Come and experience Hush & Whisper
219 N. Main St, Bryan, TX 77803
979.393.9300
www.hushandwhisper.com
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening – secure your tickets now and join us on a journey that is sure to change your perception of whiskey.
Whiskies:
New Riff Single Barrel Bourbon
New Riff Straight Rye
New Riff Malted Rye
Featured Cocktails (available for purchase at the event):
Paper Plane
Rosemary Old Fashioned
Bourbon Margarita (a favorite)
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening – secure your tickets now and join us on a journey that is sure to change your perception of bourbon whiskey.
:: Brigadier General, USA (ret) Bentley Nettles ::
General Bentley Nettles, an Army veteran who rose to rank of Brigadier General and served as Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission executive director.
Nettles,Texas A&M Class of 1985, served 32 years in the U.S. Army and Texas Army National Guard before he was released from active duty in 2015. He earned 24 awards and badges, including a Purple Heart. Nettles then opened a law firm in Bryan and represented veterans. In 2017, he was appointed by the Texas Governor to take over day-to-day operations at TABC.