Welcome to Bourbon Baby Collective: Where Culture Pours and Every Sip Tells a Story

If you've ever walked into a bourbon tasting and felt like you didn't belong, this blog is for you.

If you've ever wanted to learn more about whiskey but felt intimidated by all the rules, this blog is for you.

And if you've ever believed that great spirits are best enjoyed with great stories, great people, and great vibes, then you've found your home.

Welcome to Bourbon Baby Collective.

My name is Fallon Dupard, though many know me as "It's Bourbon Baby." I'm a Certified Bourbon Steward, cultural curator, and lifelong storyteller. Bourbon Baby Collective was born from a simple realization: the bourbon world is changing, but many of the experiences haven't changed with it.

Today's bourbon drinkers are more diverse, more curious, and more interested in connection than ever before. We're women. We're professionals. We're creatives. We're entrepreneurs. We're people who appreciate a good pour and an even better conversation.

Yet too often, bourbon experiences still feel exclusive instead of inviting.

That's where Bourbon Baby Collective comes in.

We're creating bourbon and whiskey experiences that blend education with celebration. We honor the craftsmanship behind every bottle while embracing the culture, community, and connections that make sharing a drink so meaningful.

Whether we're hosting a guided tasting, partnering with a local brewery for a happy hour, creating a whiskey-and-food pairing experience, or gathering people together to discover something new, our goal is always the same:

Make bourbon approachable.

Make it memorable.

Make it a vibe.

This blog will be an extension of that mission.

Here, you'll find bourbon education without the snobbery, tasting tips for beginners, behind-the-scenes looks at our events, bottle recommendations, cocktail inspiration, stories from the bourbon trail, and conversations about how culture continues to shape the whiskey world.

You'll also get a glimpse into my own journey as I continue learning, exploring, and building a community around one of America's most iconic spirits.

Because bourbon isn't just about what's in the glass.

It's about where you've been.

It's about who you're sharing it with.

It's about the stories we tell along the way.

Thank you for being here at the beginning.

Pour yourself something good, pull up a chair, and stay awhile.

Cheers, y'all.

Fallon "It's Bourbon Baby" Dupard

Founder, Bourbon Baby Collective

Certified Bourbon Steward