GCWS Founders

Building Community Through the Beautifully Distilled Spirit

Gateway City Whiskey Society Founders

Catcher of the Rye

Hi, I'm Sam. I grew up in the St. Louis area, went to school in Ohio, and am now returning to my home state of Missouri. I love all styles of whiskey, but am extremely partial to rye. Rich, bold flavors are my specialty! Outside of whiskey, I love to cook, shoot photographs, sail, ski, and scuba dive! I look forward to sharing my whiskey

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Catcher of the Rye

Aloha! I'm Dave and although I was born in Honolulu, HI I've lived most of my life in the St. Louis metro-east. Bourbon is my go-to, but I also love a wide variety of ryes and other whiskey. I love sports, barbecue, traveling, and just relaxing with my family and friends. I look forward to the great times ahead with this awesome whiskey community. Cheers!

Instagram @il_whiskey_dave

mobourbonhunter

Catcher of the Rye

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I am Josh and I’m new to the bourbon community. I love everything bourbon, whether it be its rich American history, the wonderful taste of the brown water itself or the memories and stories created from just sitting around a table and sharing a glass with friends, family and even strangers.

I reside in the Midwest but travel across many s

I reside in the Midwest but travel across many states for work which allows me to take on the bourbon-hunting hobby. I have 3 kids all under the age of 10, a wife who was born in Kentucky and claims to have bourbon in her blood, and a dog named Bear. You’ll see them in posts from time to time, but mostly I’ll be posting on anything and everything bourbon, BBQ, bourbon and more bourbon offers? Say it here.

instagram @mobourbonhunter

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Hey, I'm Kevin. I'm a huge fan of...you guessed it...beer, bourbon and bbq. I've lived in St. Louis my entire life where I'm the host of the Sauced on Beer, Bourbon and BBQ podcast. You can find it on almost every podcast platform. I'll also be putting out some great content and podcasts here with the other guys of GCWS. Cheers!

Instagram @beer_bourbon_bbq

bourbonstl

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bourbonbullets

What’s up bourbon community?! My name is Dan and I love bourbon. I’m married with 3 crazy kids that I adore. I live in St. Louis but grew up in Chicago and moved here after getting married to start grad school. I got into bourbon after reading a GQ magazine of the best bourbons under $30. I bought my first bottle of Buffalo Trace 11 years ago and the rest is history. While I love bourbon, what I have grown to love more is the community that not only shares bottles but also shares our stories and our lives together. Cheers friends! Instagram @bourbonstl

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Hi, I'm Bronson, Originally from southwest Missouri where I developed a love for the outdoors and whiskey. I have been in the St. Louis area for almost 20 years, and my love of the outdoors and whiskey has just gotten more expensive! I genuinely love this community and look forward to meeting lots of new people with the same love and ap

instagram @bourbonbullets

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gateway city whiskey society contributors

justjeremybourbonSTL

Hi, I'm Jeremy and I like to nerd out about all things whiskey. Even though I was born and raised in Paducah, KY my passion for whiskey didn't start until I was here in St Louis. It all began with whiskey sours at the bars of the venues where I used to play in local metal bands. These days I mostly drink my whiskey neat, but I like to make a good cocktail when I'm in the mood. I like all things art and love to create. I also enjoy taking things apart to see how they work; an interest that serves me well as I continue to explore the world of whiskey with all of you. I’m excited to be a part of GCWS and this community. Let’s talk about whiskey! Cheers!

Instagram @justjeremybourbonstl

dramswithmike

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Hey! I’m Mike. Currently living in Cincinnati, OH after spending the bulk of my life so far in St. Louis. I’m relatively new to the whiskey scene, but my collection has been rapidly growing after taking my first trip to the Bourbon Trail in the Fall of ’19. I’m a fan of low rye bourbons and sweet oak. Look for me to post reviews here and there, some musical selections to pair with, and maybe a cocktail or two. Cheers! @dramswithmike

TheBourbonMurse

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Hi, I’m Matt

Marine vet turned

ER Nurse or “Murse” as some call the male nurses and when I am not saving lives, I’m sipping drinks. I’m pretty new to the bourbon community and started adding to my collection over the last couple of years. I enjoy trying all types of whiskeys and believe that great memories are to be shared over delicious food and tasty drinks. I also love cooking, lifting, shooting and being outside. Looking forward to sharing my experiences with you all and glad to be a part of the GCWS team! Cheers! Instagram: @TheBourbonMurse

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Greetings Bourbon Community.

My name is Kendall IG( callme_old_fashioned)

I am a new contributor to the Gateway City Whiskey Society.

Born/Raised and currently reside in the Metro-East area of St Louis.

I started drinking Bourbon about 4 years ago(Previously Scotch Whiskey was my pour of choice)

. I travel for work and always love a good conversation started around Bourbon than then turns into a story.

For relaxation I enjoy spending time on my deck photographing wildlife/ sunrises and of course Bourbon.

During my younger days I was a PGA Professional at several St Louis area golf courses.

Cocktail of choice “Old Fashioned”

Favorite Distillery tour: Maker’s Mark.

Current bourbon/rye obsession “Craft Distilleries and Finishes”