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Brandon McCraney is a Distiller, Whiskey Blender, and Whiskey Sommelier who's passion to dissect all things whiskey has lead to adventures throughout the country. His expertise includes Spirit Tastings, Food Pairings, Distillation, Blending and sharing little known truths of the whiskey world. When not exploring the world of whiskey, his time is spent enjoying life in Raleigh, NC with his wife, Nicole, and their 3 kids, Sloane, Reese, and Jake, and english bulldog, Bruno Dunglebrush.
Industry Accolades & Affiliations
Whiskey Sommelier III | Executive Bourbon Steward
Institute of Brewing & Distilling UK | Moonshine University Alumni
American Distilling Institute
Education
Bachelor's, Business Management, North Carolina State University, '04
Master's, Business Administration, University of Cincinnati, '06
Master's, Sustainability & Environmental Management, Harvard University, '13
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