Dread River Distilling Co. | Jeff Dugas and Brian Rodgers chat about Small Batch Spirits, origin story, history and plans of Dread River in Birmingham, AL

Dread River Distilling Co.  | Jeff Dugas and Brian Rodgers chat with the Birdies & Bourbon team about Dread River Distilling Co. in Birmingham, Alabama. We had a great time chatting with Jeff and Brian about the origin of the company, the logo, Dread River history and of course the spirits. These guys are passionate about creating a superior product and have developed a very interesting company. They have a full lineup of spirits that include Distiller’s Select Straight Whiskey, Gin, Vodka, Rum, Blue Agave and Bourbon. Be sure to visit them online at www.dreadriver.com or follow them on Instagram @dreadriverco. Dread River Distilling Co. Full glass. Open mind. Bold Spirit. We distill spirits for those inspired by challenge, who value progress over comfort, who seek out boundaries and push beyond them. At Dread River, every bottle is a story, every glass is an opportunity; to listen, to confide, to connect. A spirit isn’t simply a product to us, it is what makes us who we are; smooth, bold, complex, cordial, elegant, approachable, distinct and memorable. Jeff Dugas is a native of Schenectady, N.Y., Dr. Dugas graduated from North Carolina State University with a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering. He then continued his education at Duke University School of Medicine, where he would graduate with a medical degree in 1994. After his residency at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, Dr. Dugas moved to Birmingham to accept a fellowship in sports medicine at the American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI). He later became a partner in the Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center, where he has worked as an orthopedic surgeon and managing partner for over 20 years. Jeff’s genius as a surgeon comes from a marriage of creativity and precision. Fortunately for Dread River, those traits have transferred from the operating room to the boardroom and have provided diligent direction from day one. Jeff has led, listened, pushed, planned, fought and formed DRDC at every turn for the past three years. This vision would not have become a reality without the constant love and support Jeff receives from his wife, Tracie, and his children, Chris and Caroline. Thank you for taking the time to listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram ( @birdies_bourbon )