Whiskey Webinar for those New to Distilling Industry
The Beam Institute will offer a one day Whiskey Webinar on June 2
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DWBS certificate graduate becomes Head Distiller at James E. Pepper Distillery
Cody Giles named Head Distiller at Pepper Distillery
Beam Institute offers industry-first whiskey workforce apprenticeship program
The James B. Beam Institute is partnering with the James B. Beam Distilling Company to establish the James B. Beam Whiskey Apprenticeship program.
Whiskey Apprenticeship Program
A sneak peak at the designs for our new facility.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Spirits’ Sector
As chairwoman of the board for the Kentucky Distillers’ Association, Jessica Pendergrass said 2020 was a year that required action and change, not just words, when it came to diversity, equity and inclusion. She is only the third woman chair of the board in its 140 years.
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The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits at the University of Kentucky is the bourbon industry’s research and development vehicle. The Beam Institute offers multidisciplinary research strengths to ensure sustained competitiveness of Kentucky’s spirits industry and its supply chain. A further commitment is to develop the state’s workforce and provide opportunities for economic growth via process efficiency and outreach. In creating exceptional teaching, research and outreach programs, the Beam Institute is a leader for Kentucky’s spirits industry from farm to product.
Mission
The Beam Institute will lead the global advancement of the American whiskey industry through workforce education, scientific discovery, environmental sustainability, community and social responsibility.
Vision
The Beam Institute supports the global growth and sustainability of the American whiskey industry.