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The Doctor of Wood Will See You Now RD1 Spirits Crafting Kentuckys Next Chapter
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We explore the innovative world of RD1 Spirits with Barry Brinegar and Dr. Jared Gollihue, discovering how scientific methodology is reshaping bourbon finishing techniques at their new Lexington distillery.
• RD1's journey from honoring William Tarr's 1865 legacy to becoming pioneers in wood-finished Kentucky bourbon
• Dr. Jared Gollihue's scientific approach to wood finishing, bringing PhD-level expertise to bourbon production
• The challenges of wood selection, including regulatory hurdles with the TTB and FDA for exotic wood species
• Why whiskey needs time to "settle"…
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