BOURBON & BANTER

Founder and Chief Drinking Officer of Bourbon & Banter and DrinkCurious.

Steve Coomes is a veteran journalist and book author specializing in whiskey, tequila and restaurants. When not writing, he leads virtual and in-person food and spirits pairings.

Born and raised in the Bluegrass Erin has always held an affinity for her home state's signature spirit. Though a high rye bourbon will always be her favorite, she can never say no to a pretty bottle.

Surprisingly, Bob didn’t drink until he was 23 years old. He quickly made up for lost time, gravitating to bourbon as his preferred libation, and proudly filled the bar passed down from his father.

Brett Atlas is the award-winning author of the book 'Three Things Matter Most' and a Kentucky Colonel. With the Bourbon Crusaders, he has helped raise millions for various charitable organizations.

Private Barrel Program Coordinator and Senior Contributor

I've been with Bourbon & Banter since 2013. I like my bourbon 100 proof and up, but 107-115 is my sweet spot.

Drew Beard is a freelance journalist and editor based in the Washington, D.C. area. He is a former Federal government employee, current Certified Specialist of Spirits, and future beach bum.