What made Brown-Forman so special after Prohibition?

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"Prohibition changed the whisky game forever, but Brown-Forman didn’t just survive—it thrived. 🥃🚫💰 In this episode of Bottle Bond, we uncover how this iconic distillery navigated the dry years, secured a coveted medicinal whiskey license, and helped shape the future of bourbon. From Old Forester to the bootlegging era, we’re diving into the untold story of resilience, strategy, and a little bit of luck. Tune in and raise a glass to history! 🍾🎙️

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This episode is 25 minutes long.

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This episode was published on January 30, 2025.

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"Prohibition changed the whisky game forever, but Brown-Forman didn’t just survive—it thrived. 🥃🚫💰 In this episode of Bottle Bond, we uncover how this iconic distillery navigated the dry years, secured a coveted medicinal whiskey license, and...

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