Reid Mitenbuler has written about whiskey and drinking culture for The Atlantic, Slate, Saveur, Whisky Advocate, and other publications. He lives with his wife in Washington, D.C.
"Bourbon Empire" is a lively, rowdy tale of swindlers and smugglers, connoisseurs and craftsmen. Reid Mitenbuler is a talented storyteller whose wide-ranging curiosity takes us to Civil War battlefields and prison cells as well as cornfields and world-famous distilleries. Truly fascinating, and a must-read for whiskey lovers!"--Amy Stewart, author of "The Drunken Botanist" " "Bourbon Empire" is more than just whiskey history. Mitenbuler demonstrates, with clear, witty and incisive prose, how the drink shaped, and was shaped by, the history of American capitalism society. It is a book that whiskey fans, historians and students of American business will enjoy, and learn much from."--Clay Risen, staff editor, "The New York Times and "author of "Whiskey, Bourbon & Rye" "A must have for every bourbon enthusiast from beginner to expert. A book that finally tells the true story of our beloved bourbon, putting in perspective its important role in American history. "Bourbon Empire" has it all, demystifying the good, the bad and the ugly."--Sean Brock, Chef/Partner of McCrady's and Husk" " "In finding the facts behind some of bourbon's most cherished fables, Mitenbuler has unearthed true tales that are even better than the tall tales. A fresh look at stories we thought we knew."--Lew Bryson, managing editor, "Whisky Advocate" and author of "Tasting Whiskey " "Reid manages to juggle his skepticism and enthusiasm in this carefully researched and lovingly written history of America's spirit. He peels back layer after layer of filigree, searching for the real story, which is as much the story of American business, politics, advertising, and immigration as it is the story of bourbon."--Max Watman, author of "Harvest "and "Chasing the White Dog"
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