In the season finale of the Afros and Knives podcast, host Tiffany Rozier has an insightful conversation with Victoria Butler, the Master Blender at Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey. This episode delves into Victoria's unique journey from working at the Department of Justice to leading whiskey production at one of Tennessee's finest distilleries, intertwining her great-great-grandfather Nearest Green's legacy into each blend. The listeners get to hear fascinating stories of tradition, the significant impact of Black women in the whiskey industry, and the festive reopening of the Uncle Nearest distillery on Juneteenth.
Victoria shares personal anecdotes and insights into the art of whiskey blending. The discussions cover diverse themes such as joy, resilience, and the critical role of sourcing high-quality grains, painting a vivid picture of the craft behind Uncle Nearest. This episode is a testament to the significant influence of Black women in the whiskey industry and Victoria's unique contributions to her family's legacy. With its inspiring and enlightening content, this podcast episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the art of whiskey-making, the legacy of Nearest Green, and the impact of Black women in the whiskey industry.
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In the season finale of the Afros and Knives podcast, host Tiffany Rozier has an insightful conversation with Victoria Butler, the Master Blender at Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey. This episode delves into Victoria's unique journey from working at the Department of Justice to leading whiskey production at one of Tennessee's finest distilleries, intertwining her great-great-grandfather Nearest Green's legacy into each blend. The listeners get to hear fascinating stories of tradition, the significant impact of Black women in the whiskey industry, and the festive reopening of the Uncle Nearest distillery on Juneteenth.
Victoria shares personal anecdotes and insights into the art of whiskey blending. The discussions cover diverse themes such as joy, resilience, and the critical role of sourcing high-quality grains, painting a vivid picture of the craft behind Uncle Nearest. This episode is a testament to the significant influence of Black women in the whiskey industry and Victoria's unique contributions to her family's legacy. With its inspiring and enlightening content, this podcast episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the art of whiskey-making, the legacy of Nearest Green, and the impact of Black women in the whiskey industry.
There is so much that can be learned from delving into your family history, but you’ll likely hit a wall at some point because of the colonizer's brutal attempt at the decimation of black culture, black language, black names, and black religion. Though, that is even more reason to dig as deep as you possibly can. Black ancestry, alcohol reviews, and pantry treats; this eclectic mix encompasses the specialties of our guest on today’s show, Brie Sherman. Our conversation covers some of the most pertinent topics of our time; capitalism, colonization, colorism, and coronavirus. And it will make you feel heartbroken, furious, and inspired all at once. Can you imagine what our country would look like if a black woman as president of the United States? We can, and we like what we imagine.
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In the season finale of the Afros and Knives podcast, host Tiffany Rozier has an insightful conversation with Victoria Butler, the Master Blender at Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey. This episode delves into Victoria's unique journey from working at the Department of Justice to leading whiskey production at one of Tennessee's finest distilleries, intertwining her great-great-grandfather Nearest Green's legacy into each blend. The listeners get to hear fascinating stories of tradition, the significant impact of Black women in the whiskey industry, and the festive reopening of the Uncle Nearest distillery on Juneteenth.
Victoria shares personal anecdotes and insights into the art of whiskey blending. The discussions cover diverse themes such as joy, resilience, and the critical role of sourcing high-quality grains, painting a vivid picture of the craft behind Uncle Nearest. This episode is a testament to the significant influence of Black women in the whiskey industry and Victoria's unique contributions to her family's legacy. With its inspiring and enlightening content, this podcast episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the art of whiskey-making, the legacy of Nearest Green, and the impact of Black women in the whiskey industry.
