Crying over spilled bourbon How Trump’s tariffs are upending a Kentucky industry and, potentially, the midterms.

As the “Bourbon Lady” in my race, I was honored to share my views on the reality of one of Kentucky’s most signature industries and why it matters not just here in Kentucky, but what it means about being an American.

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Much anger. Such sass.

Crying over spilled bourbon How Trump’s tariffs are upending a Kentucky industry and, potentially, the midterms.

“Bourbon is selling the essence of America and the essence of Kentucky. But that's being devalued right now.”

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31 Days of Rye: A Rye Whiskey Challenge for January At the same time, we have watched Dry January grow in popularity. And to be clear, if taking a month off drinking is the right choice for you, we fully support that. No arguments here. But we kept com...

If Dry January isn’t for you, then Bourbon & Banter has an option to make you not felt left out of a month-long challenge.

Introducing…RYE JANUARY!

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Help your girl out

Wilderness Trail 6-YR Private Barrel Wheated Bourbon Review It's not often you get to taste the flavor evolution of one of your favorite products, especially if your favorite hails from a heritage distillery. I've been an early adopter of Wilderness Trail, and...

I got a sneak preview of Wilderness Trail’s new 6 year old wheated bourbon. Here’s my review!

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It’s what your mom would have wanted. For her kiddo to stay warm.

I had my 20 year high school reunion yesterday & found this in a yearbook. I’ve been fighting this fight for a long time for Kentucky & I’m not about to stop. The South has been left behind due to broken promises & backroom deals. I want to rebuild the American South into a prosperous place.

Fear and Fundraising in Lex Vegas The deep discomfort of being part of a system you want so desperately to change. But you have voters to reach, bills to pay, and a race to run.

Fear and Fundraising in Lex Vegas: the truth behind raising cash for political campaigns and what it takes to run a congressional campaign in 2025.

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Bourbon is incredible paired with food!

Homeless Assistance by Region and County

The weather is turning cold. Wherever you are, be sure to familiarize yourself with the resources for our homeless neighbors. Many cities have emergency hotlines to pick folks up and take them to a warm place.

In Lexington? Call 211.

This is a full list of resources by county: bit.ly/4i0XdmM

Stay tuned: i’m doing a Filet o Fish next

Committed to answering the hard-hitting questions: what bourbon pairs best with the McDonald’s McRib sandwich?

“Why did R. Farley order cookies from 4 different restaurants?”

“We do not judge. We only deliver.”

Whiskey nerds: what are your favorite peated American single malts or malt blends?

Big thanks to @lawgunsmoney.bsky.social for having me on and letting me dive deep into my platform, views, and vision for Kentucky.

Today is my birthday.

And I am spending it talking to voters.

Help flip a red congressional seat blue, by donating $38 for my 38th bday to my campaign today. It goes a long way and helping me reach voters.

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We have Native Americans to thank for the cultivation of corn. 🌽

Corn is the main grain in bourbon. 🥃

So when you go to pour yourself a glass of bourbon whiskey, thank a Native American for making that entire legacy possible.

Their impact is deeper than you know. Take a moment to learn.

I’m sure the SBA of Portland has a lot to say about this.

Precisely! And that’s why we cannot look so inwardly because how we engage with the globe broadly and our foreign allies (and enemies) impacts the entire supply chain, economic system, agriculture, and beyond.

I couldn’t agree with this more. Foreign policy has deep impacts on everyday people. From supporting our farmers to making energy more affordable, foreign policy can make or break lives right here at home.

I’ve been following this and the back and forth is fascinating.

If you’re wondering why X continues to be a MAGA echo chamber…

The number of people who have told me - a natural born American citizen with generations born in the U.S. before me - to self-deport is horrifying.

Well that Trump tweet aged poorly.

Government shutdown begins as Blue Grass airport operations continue normally The federal government shutdown is having minimal immediate impact on Blue Grass Airport in Lexington, where flights continue departing on schedule and TSA security checkpoints remain operational.

Spoke to LEX18 on Day 1 of the shutdown. I’m incredibly thankful to all the TSA agents at LEX for showing up even though your pay is delayed & we don’t know when paychecks will come.

Essential workers aren’t chips to be gambled with but the backbone of this country.

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“Change happens by listening and then starting a dialogue with the people who are doing something you don’t believe is right.” - Jane Goodall

And that is how my mother turned from a 3 time Trump voter to a registered Democrat.

We listen. We learn. We talk. We teach. We evolve.

They embraced opioids but now want to kill the one thing that can actually help people who would benefit from hemp-derived products the most.

It’s one of those days.

Gaza
Michigan
Shutdown
Epstein (still)

But I have to worry about fundraising bc elections are fueled by💰 & I have a deadline TOMORROW

Please consider donating to my campaign today.

Head to ErinPetrey.com Every dollar counts. You can count on me to stand up for you KY.

And by cider I obviously meant mead