Old William Tarr is the name of RD1's flagship line of bourbon. William Tarr was a multifaceted entrepreneur in the mid-19th century, with a penchant for bourbon and railroads. Like William Tarr, Barry Brinegar is a many of many talents. From the Navy, to nursing, to marketing, and now bourbon, he’s an interesting guy who can really tell a story. Enjoy as he describes the history behind Old Wm Tarr Bourbon and RD1 Spirits, Lexington’s first federally registered distillery.