Master distiller / blender
William F. Friel
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William F. Friel is a master distiller and blender who has worked across the American distilling industry. He served as the master distiller and manager at Barton 1792 Distillery in Bardstown and later worked as a consulting distiller and mentor at Laws Whiskey House in Denver. He began his career in production and yeast testing in Louisville during the 1960s.
Career - Consulting Distiller / Master Distiller Mentor, Laws Whiskey House, Denver, United States (2011) - Master Distiller & Manager, Barton 1792 Distillery (Barton Brands), Bardstown, United States (1969–2000) - Yeast Tester / Production, Seagram's, Louisville, United States (1964–1969)
FAQ How long was William F. Friel at Barton 1792 Distillery? He served as master distiller and manager at the Bardstown distillery to 2000. Where did William F. Friel begin his distilling career? He began his career at Seagram's in Louisville, working in yeast testing and production to 1969.