BW Bookends: Bottom Shelf with Fred Minnick

Moderated by Peggy Noe Stevens

December 2nd, 2025 | 6:30–7:30PM ET | Virtual Event
Broadcast Live | Must be 21+ to attend

Close out the year with a conversation that goes beyond the glass. Bourbon Women Founder Peggy Noe Stevens welcomes acclaimed whiskey writer and media personality Fred Minnick for an intimate discussion of his upcoming book Bottom Shelf: How a Forgotten Brand of Bourbon Saved One Man’s Life (available February 2026).

Fred’s latest work blends memoir and whiskey investigation — tracing how a dusty bottle of Old Crow became the key to healing, purpose, and rediscovery. From combat veteran to industry tastemaker, Fred’s journey reveals that sometimes the story of bourbon is really a story of resilience and renewal.

About Fred Minnick:
A decorated Iraq War veteran turned Wall Street Journal-bestselling author, Fred has written seven books including Whiskey Women and Bourbon Curious, and is a co-founder of Bourbon+ Magazine and Bourbon & Beyond. His work has appeared in Forbes, The New York Times, Scientific American, and Parade. You’ve seen him on Top Chef, Today Show, and Good Morning America — and yes, he’ll probably be wearing an ascot.

📚 Pre-Order the Book:
Bottom Shelf releases February 17, 2026 — Pre-Order.