May 21, 2021 is Officially Declared as “International Tennessee Whiskey Day”
The Tennessee General Assembly officially designates May 21, 2021 as International Tennessee Whiskey Day NASHVILLE, Tenn., (May 5, 2021) – On May 5, the Tennessee General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring May 21, 2021 as International Tennessee Whiskey Day. Historically, the date signifies the state’s repeal of the ban on manufacturing alcoholic beverages in Tennessee on May 21, 1937. “This General Assembly wishes to celebrate and acknowledge the many contributions of our state's renowned distilling industry, its people, and products that help fuel
Tennessee Distilleries Recognized for Hand Sanitizer Production during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Tennessee legislators honored Tennessee distilleries for their contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic. NASHVILLE, Tenn., (May 5, 2021) - On May 3, Tennessee distillers were honored by the Tennessee House of Representatives for their efforts in producing hand sanitizer to support essential workers throughout the state during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rep. Michael G. Curcio (R - Dickson), who sponsored the resolution (HR0097), applauded Tennessee distillers for stepping into unfamiliar roles to help fellow Tennesseans in need and putting people over profits. "Tennessee distillers had to