06/13/2026
Our Minnesota distributor is promoting our products for Father's Day. You lucky Minnesotans can go to your local store and purchase or ask the store to get our OCD #5 and Cafe Ole. The distributor is Small Lot Wine and Spirits in Minneapolis.
Thanks to Makenna for sending this to me.
Strong Spirits - Strong Fathers
Celebrating Father's Day can bring a mixed reaction for many. While some people have a father worth honoring, some people don't, while others have an empty spot where a father should have been.
That's why we like to include grandfathers, teachers, coaches, uncles, mentors, friends, and others considered to fill the "Father Figure Role" in people's lives. That special person who helps shape our lives through their guidance, strength, and unwavering support. Whether they're sharing life lessons, family traditions, or simply a great bottle around the table, fathers remind us that the best moments are often the ones shared.
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The History of Father's Day
In 1909, Sonora Smart Dodd of Spokane, Washington, was inspired by Anna Jarvis and the idea of Mother’s Day. Her father, William Jackson Smart, a farmer and Civil War veteran, was also a single parent who raised Sonora and her five brothers by himself after his wife, Ellen, died giving birth to their youngest child in 1898. While attending a Mother’s Day church service in 1909, Sonora, then 27 years old, came up with the idea.
The idea eventually spread to Washington DC, but it took decades to be adopted as a Federal Holiday. With society being largely patriarchal, for a while, it was seen as unnecessary, along with it also being associated with the flowers and dinner out that Mother's Day was celebrated with. However, the great depression served as a reason to honor fathers and help ignite the economy with gifts and celebrations.
It still rings true that no matter the reason, taking time out of our regularly scheduled lives to say thank you to the fathers and father figures in our lives for all they do is deeply important.
Glenns Creek Bourbon is a beautiful choice for celebrating or gifting this Father's Day!
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Glenns Creek Distillery
When David Meier, the owner of Glenns Creek Distillery, started out on this adventure of distilling, he intended to make great, hand-crafted bourbon that would honor the spirit of Dr. James Crow. He did not expect that he would be using yeast resurrected from one of the fermentation tanks at the old distillery, but in retrospect, it makes perfect sense as people have been reviving yeast for thousands of years.
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David knew that he wanted to create a truly unique bourbon, but like many great creations of the past, OCD #5 is a combination of ideas from all the people who have helped revive the old distillery. We did a lot of experiments and, in the end, combined several good ideas to create a bourbon unlike anything else on the market.
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Café Olé™ is a bourbon with a very unique flavor profile. It is the same mash bill as our OCD #5™ bourbon with an addition of a heavily toasted barley malt. It has hints of chocolate and coffee with a long lingering finish.
David has always had a love for where things are made, how they are made, and the level of craftsmanship that went into their making. This love of creation was one of the driving forces behind his career in manufacturing and his yearning to create something of his own.
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He happened upon the Old Crow Distillery. Seeing the exorbitant level of craftsmanship that went into the old buildings and seeing the state that they were in after being abandoned for 30 years brought up a mix of sadness for the current state and intrigue for what it must have been like in its prime. David started to research the history of The Old Crow Distillery to get a better feel of what role the old distillery played in the bourbon industry and Kentucky. He recreated a new bourbon produced in the style of Dr. Crow; something that Dr. Crow would drink and approve of. The road ahead to restore and preserve these great buildings is a long one, but one that everybody at the distillery is willing to undertake.
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Summer Solstice Bonus with Glenns Creek Bourbon
Lots of reasons to celebrate this season and welcoming in the Summer Solstice is another perfect moment. If you love to toast to the setting sun of spring and welcome in Summer, this year, enjoy a bourbon cocktail with Glenns Creek.
Marking the moments of our lives is important to hold onto the memories and the people we love and cherish.
SUMMER SOLSTICE COCKTAIL
This cocktail is like summer in a glass. Bourbon mingles with lemon juice and in-season strawberries to create a bold yet refreshing punch. Fresh strawberries are only in season for a short time,
Ingredients
½ oz Glenns Creek bourbon
1 oz strawberry simple syrup
3/4 oz lemon juice
1 dash Peychaud’s bitters
2 dashes orange bitters
1 strawberry, for garnish
Mint sprig, for garnish
STEP 1
Make the Strawberry Simple Syrup.
STEP 2
Add Glenns Creek bourbon, strawberry simple syrup, lemon juice, and bitters to a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
STEP 3
Strain into a glass filled with crushed or cubed ice. Garnish with a strawberry and mint sprig.
With Father's Day and Summer Solstice both falling on Sunday, June 21, getting Glenns Creek now will ensure you are fully stocked for a day worth celebrating! Clean, on the rocks, or dressed up, marking this day with this special Bourbon ensures you will get to mark all the moments and toast the men who make it so special.
Make sure to reach out to your Small Lot Wine and Spirits Rep to hear about current deals and place an order.
At Small Lot, we envision a world where every sip of wine and spirits becomes a journey, a story, and a connection. Our commitment in distribution is to redefine the experience of indulging in craft beverages, fostering genuine connections that transcend borders and generations. Through our passion for exceptional quality and authenticity, we aim to be a trailblazer in the industry, challenging norms, and creating a legacy of unparalleled craftsmanship.
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