
Meet Michter’s Master Distiller Dan Mckee
Join us for an exclusive evening with Dan McKee, the Master Distiller behind Michter’s, one of America’s most celebrated whiskey brands. Guests will be welcomed with a Michter’s cocktail, accompanied by a charcuterie station and a selection of passed bites. Enjoy a flight of three Michter’s expressions while Dan shares the rich history and meticulous craftsmanship behind the brand. After his presentation, a cash bar will be available for additional drinks.
This event is open to the public, with a special perk for members — exclusive access to taste the rare and highly coveted Michter’s 10 Year Rye. An unforgettable evening for whiskey enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
About Master Distiller Dan McKee:
Born and bred in Indiana, Michter’s Master Distiller Dan McKee moved to Kentucky to pursue his dream of making whiskey. He began his career in the bourbon industry as a Distillery Operator at Jim Beam Distillery in Clermont, Kentucky. After two years of hands-on experience making some of the industry’s leading bourbons and ryes, he was promoted to Distillery Supervisor at Booker Noe Distillery, where he worked for seven years. At that distillery, Dan reported to Pam Heilmann and gained valuable experience in all aspects of whiskey distilling. After being brought to Michter’s Distillery by Ms. Heilmann, he played an integral role in assisting with the construction of the company’s new Shively Distillery, and along with Ms. Heilmann and Andrea Wilson he built the company’s current production team. Dan has continued to expand the company’s operations with his work to bring Michter’s Fort Nelson Distillery online with its legendary pot stills and cypress wood fermenters from the original Michter’s Pennsylvania operation. With his expertise in grain, Dan has played a key role in working with our local farmers to coordinate the planting schedules on Michter’s 205-acre parcel in Springfield, Kentucky. Having graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University, Dan serves as Michter’s technical representative on the Kentucky Distillers’ Association.


