539 - Special Ops, Hemp, and Bourbon with Greg Keeley of Larrakin Bourbon Company

Here's a story that goes from the vineyards of Australia to the front lines of the military, and suddenly lands right in bourbon country. Today we're joined by Greg Keeley, the founder and distiller of Larrikin Bourbon Company. Greg’s background is wild: He’s taking us through his early days in the Margaret River wine industry and his incredible 22-year career in the military, explaining how those very different experiences shaped his philosophy on whiskey. Greg recounts the path that took him from military life in Washington, D.C., to the hemp industry, and then—in a move fueled by pure passion—to founding his own bourbon company. We finally figure out what the name "Larrikin," stands for and how that translates to what the brand tries to achieve. We get candid about the major challenges of launching a brand, including the rebranding from Lawrenceburg Bourbon Company along with being a small fish in a big pond. Show Notes: Introduction to Greg Keeley and his journey from Australia to...