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The Beam Institute will lead the global advancement of the American whiskey industry through workforce education, scientific discovery, environmental sustainability, community and social responsibility.
How Bourbon Impacts the Commonwealth:
Source: Kentucky Distillers' Association Economic Impact Report (released January 2024)
+23K
Jobs Generated
+12M
Barrels Aging in Kentucky
$9B
Economic Impact
+21M
Bushels of Corn and Grains Purchased by Distillers
$358M
State and Local Tax Revenue
2.5M
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News & Announcements
University of Kentucky Beam Institute to demonstrate hydrogen-fueled spirit pro…
From barrel to bottle: New JBBI class gives UK students a hands-on look at bour…
Inaugural class of James B. Beam Scholars announced at University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky Beam Institute, Cooper House complex honored by AIA Kent…
From UK Beam Institute student to James B. Beam Distilling Co. engineer
Beam Institute hires its first class of interns
Beam Institute hires alumna Glenna Joyce-Welsko as its first head distiller
Beam Institute Fills First Barrel
Suntory Global Spirits Advances Strategic Partnership with the Beam Institute
UK Distillation Certificate students visit St. Croix for interactive rum, vodka…
Beam Institute Joins French Research & Teaching Exchange
Research and teaching go hand in hand here...
it's what we do every day.Dr. Seth Debolt, Institute Director
