In this episode of The Southern Gentlemen Podcast, hosts Chris Thomas and Winston Cruze sit down with Dixon Dedman - 12th generation Kentucky native, hospitality pro, and whiskey-maker with Southern roots deeper than an old oak tree.

Dixon shares stories from his time running his family's James Beard Award-winning inn, The Beaumont Inn, and how he brought his great-great-grandfather's long-lost bourbon brand, Kentucky Owl, back to life. The conversation gets real as Dixon opens up about the emotional journey of selling both Kentucky Owl and The Beaumont Inn, what that taught him, and how those experiences led to his bold new venture: 2XO Whiskey.

The fellas also dive into what truly makes Southern hospitality stand out in a noisy world, how tradition and innovation can live in the same bottle, and why the stories we carry are just as important as the spirits we pour.

Grab a glass and settle in - this one's all heart, history, and a good pour of wisdom.

Watch the video version on YouTube!

To learn more about Dixon and 2XO, visit https://2xowhiskey.com.

Connect with Chris and Winston online at https://thesoutherngentlemen.com!

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