Bardstown, Ky., June 13, 2022 – At the opening ceremony celebrating National Bourbon Day, Sam Lacy, Executive Director of the Bourbon Capital Community Alliance (BCCA), announced a $100,000 donation from the Brindiamo Group, a preeminent consulting firm and one of the largest bulk bourbon and whiskey suppliers in the world. Jeff Hopmayer, founder and managing partner of the Brindiamo Group, presented the oversized check, which is earmarked for the Bourbon Capital Guild, an educational program of the BCCA.
Hopmayer said, “The Brindiamo Group works with individuals, brands, and established companies to stimulate growth and bring innovation and creativity to the bourbon industry. It’s extremely gratifying to know that, with this investment, we are helping the Bourbon Capital Guild, here in the Bourbon Capital of the world, carry on the legacy of education, community, and preservation of bourbon throughout the world and building on its economic impact for future generations.”
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear also spoke at the ceremony and praised the efforts of BCCA, the Nelson County Economic Development Agency, Kentucky Distillers Agency (KDA) and others in promoting the bourbon industry and increasing its economic impact throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the United States, as well as internationally.
BCCA Executive Director Lacy added, “Bardstown, Kentucky, is the authentic home to National Bourbon Day each year. With 11 unique distillery experiences within 16 miles of downtown Bardstown, there is no better place to be for National Bourbon Day. And this year, due in part to the generous donation from the Brindiamo Group, there is, indeed, much to celebrate!”
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About the Brindiamo Group, LLC (BrindiamoGroup.com)
Founded in 2012, the Brindiamo Group stands as a leading consulting firm in the beverage alcohol industry and ranks among the largest bulk bourbon and whiskey suppliers globally. Bringing a wealth of over 50 years of combined experience, our team members hail from diverse entrepreneurial backgrounds, offering expertise in consulting with numerous distilleries, brands, and individuals. We specialize in developing long-term supply strategies, innovative liquid sourcing, and strategic partnerships, catering to a wide range of clients from start-ups to well-established alcohol brands. The Brindiamo Group is dedicated to propelling and enhancing the bourbon industry on a global scale.
About the Bourbon Capital Guild (BourbonCapitalGuild.com)
The Bourbon Capital Guild in Bardstown, Kentucky, is uniting bourbon enthusiasts and industry advocates to pioneer new experiences. Rooted in education, a deep appreciation for bourbon's rich history and culture, and exclusive access to partnered distilleries, the Bourbon Capital Guild is curating unforgettable experiences unique to Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World.
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