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Beam Institute welcomes 1st class of interns

The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits at UK welcomes its first class of interns this summer - a mix of students from different programs and majors.

Beam Suntory, UK advance strategic partnership: $9.3M investment for the James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits

The continued partnership between Beam Suntory and UK will ensure the Institute continues to offer expertise for teaching and research.

James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits opens distillery and maturation facility on UK campus

The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits officially opened its doors today, elevating the institute’s impact on research, workforce development, education and outreach.

CARERC Gives UK Researchers Tools to Uncover Safety Concerns in the Workplace

The Central Appalachian Regional Education and Research Center (CARERC) at UK is one of 18 university-based occupational safety and health training programs sponsored by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

UK Project to Improve Bourbon Barrel Manufacturing

The partnership with bourbon barrel manufacturers aims to assist in the sustainable use of white oak and improve the efficiency of barrel production.

James B. Beam Institute Partners With Vendome Copper and Brass Works to Enhance Teaching and Research Mission

The distillation industry is an important part of Kentucky’s economy, and the Beam Institute is training students to enter distillation, wine and brewing careers. “We are grateful for this contribution from Vendome,” said Brad Berron, director of research for the Beam Institute.

UK’s James B. Beam Institute Receives Donation of Barrel Storage Equipment to Advance Teaching and Research

Koetter Construction’s proprietary K-RAX storage system is the company’s response to distilleries’ concerns about structural integrity and safety, modern bourbon barrel storage building codes, safety regulations and understanding of construction materials.

UK’s James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits Inks Powerful Partnership With Scotch Whisky Research Institute

“This is a great opportunity to carry our efforts beyond Kentucky and the United States,” said Seth DeBolt, director of the James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits. “To partner with such an established institute will elevate the efforts we’ve already begun at the Beam Institute.”

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