Opinion Contributor
As the master distiller at Buffalo Trace Distillery, I have called Frankfort and Franklin County home for over 27 years. Over those years, I have seen firsthand the pride our team takes in our operation and our community and the great lengths we go to make both a better place. My team and I shop at the same stores, attend the same churches and send our kids to the same schools as all other members of the community, so it has been difficult to read some of the criticism leveled at us. In my view, a very small but vocal group is trying to drive a wedge between Buffalo Trace Distillery and our community. They’re attempting to mobilize against our team’s progress with false claims and false accusations. I am proud to work for Buffalo Trace Distillery, so I would like to share the facts behind how Buffalo Trace Distillery and our planned growth support the community.
Read the opposing view:Why Buffalo Trace expansion gives Franklin County a bitter taste for bourbon | Opinion
For more than 200 years, Buffalo Trace Distillery has proudly stood at the forefront of the Kentucky bourbon industry. We’ve created a world-renowned brand from the heart of Kentucky here in Frankfort. More than 400,000 visitors come each year to see, touch and taste our craftsmanship. I have witnessed the growth and fanfare firsthand over the years. It is wonderful to see the passion of our visitors every day.
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