About

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Devin Ershow

Devin is a lifelong whiskey lover who believes that whiskey is a magical spirit, unique in every barrel and to every palate. He admires the craft of distilling and the art that is aging and blending. He has experience in the industry, having worked for several distilleries as a part of their sales, tasting and tour programs. He is an Executive Bourbon Steward through the Stave and Thief Society and recipient of the Level 2 Award in Spirits with Distinction from WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust). He is excited to explore the changing landscape of American Whiskey.

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Chase Langdon

Chase is a brand storyteller. He believes that every company has a unique personality, background and purpose. These attributes are what make a brand authentic and are a powerful tool for building a relationship with their consumers. Chase loves finding new ways for brands to tell their story and connect with their target audience. He is excited about the opportunity to blend his professional background with his passion for whiskey.

 
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Meghan Swanson

Meghan learned how to fix her dad’s Scotch & water correctly before she learned how to tie her shoes. She is a novelist, holds a B.A. in English from Washington State University, and has a professional background in freelance writing and technical editing. As staff writer for American Mash & Grain, she loves to turn her talents to sharing the compelling stories behind the vibrant American craft whiskey movement.

Kelci

Koonce

While a native New Yorker from Harlem, Kelci’s love for whiskey comes from her southern roots of South Carolina moonshining. She is fascinated by the production of whiskey, particularly, craft whiskey. Kelci is currently the Head Tour Guide at Kings County Distillery and the Social Media Manager for American Mash and Grain. She is a life long learner of the whiskey distilling industry and dedicated to shining the light on American Craft Whiskey.