Love & Whiskey: The Remarkable True Story of Jack Daniel, His Master Distiller Nearest Green, and the Improbable Rise of Uncle Nearest - Hardcover

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Uncover the hidden history behind America's most iconic whiskey. In this gripping true story, New York Times bestselling author and entrepreneur Fawn Weaver reveals the extraordinary legacy of Nearest Green—the enslaved African American master distiller who taught Jack Daniel how to make whiskey and became the first Master Distiller at Jack Daniel Distillery.

Set against the backdrop of Lynchburg, Tennessee, this narrative weaves together historical investigation, personal discovery, and a modern-day quest for justice. Through extensive research, interviews with Green's descendants, and newly uncovered documents, Weaver illuminates not only the remarkable friendship between Green and Daniel but also Daniel's lifelong dedication to preserving his mentor's legacy—and how that story was nearly lost to time.

More than a history book, Love & Whiskey chronicles Weaver's mission to honor Nearest Green by founding Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, now the fastest-growing Black-owned spirit brand of all time and the fastest-growing bourbon in U.S. history. This is a powerful story of friendship, resilience, entrepreneurship, and the importance of giving credit where it's long overdue—a tale of how one woman's determination brought a forgotten hero's name back to the forefront of American whiskey culture.

Details:

• 376 pages of history, discovery, and inspiration
• Hardcover edition
• Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.4 x 1.4 inches
• Published: June 18, 2024