The Inner Circle of Dusty Bourbon Culture
“Bourbon literary event of the year." @kingbourbonpress, bourbon writer
A bourbon-tasting experience rooted in real culture and cause
This story is the product of a ten-year odyssey—a meticulous archive of hand-captured bottle photography and tasting notes that evolved from a 2019 screenplay into a legacy book. It was pieced together with the patience of my lovely wife, who wisely insisted that every book sold is simply more fuel for the next rare bottle in the collection. BIN!
This premium dusty archive adventure novel is available exclusively here, direct from the author.
To preserve the quality of the 30+ high-res dusty bottle photos and notes, no Kindle or paperback versions exist. 🥃
Real readers are saying
“I finished the book! I really enjoyed the mystery of it and how the characters revealed more and more pieces by the end.”
— Danielle (@coffeeblackwhiskeyneat), bourbon writer (47K followers)
"I had such a great time following the adventure that my only disappointment was that the story had to inevitably end.”— @kingbourbonpress, bourbon writer
“National Treasure meets The Hangover... in bourbon country.”
— J. Motley, writer (Substack)
Not Just a novel
From the Author & Designer
"As a die-hard dusty bourbon collector and co-founder/whiskey historian for the Medicinal Whiskey Charity (MWC), I’ve spent the last ten years documenting the stories behind the world’s most iconic bottles. After helping raise over $2.4M for children’s charities through the bourbon community, I realized that the history of this spirit isn't just in the glass—it's in the people and the provenance. I designed this book with the same obsession I bring to designing bottle labels and sifting aged sweet dusty bourbon... it had to be authentic, it had to be visceral, and it had to mean something. When you add this Bourbon Brothers experience to your library or next-level whiskey shelf, you aren't just getting a book; you're supporting the continued preservation of whiskey heritage and the charitable spirit that defines our community."
— John McKillop Co-Founder, MWC | Whiskey Historian | Designer
P.S. see my "Dusty Funk" design just above, woven into the book's mystery.
Real Culture and Cause
ONE OF EACH EDITION
Bourbon adventure novel reveals insider dusty bourbon culture. Road trips. Bad decisions. Rare bottle photos & author tasting notes.
Collect the immersive experience that introduces readers to the real bottles, culture, and mission behind the Medicinal Whiskey Charity—inspiring curiosity, stewardship, and awareness long after the last page.
THE STORY...
“Pulled into a whiskey-soaked treasure hunt, a small-town bourbon group must crack a generations-old family mystery, survive blind-tasting trials, and rediscover how family pours from the heart.”
While the story itself is a fictional, exaggerated mystery, the bottles, labels, and charitable mission at its core are real. This book serves as narrative provenance — documenting the culture and bottles that helped inspire a charity that has raised over $2.4 million for children’s causes across the South.
(One for the shelf, one to share)
Let customers speak for us
Haven’t had the chance to read it yet but just gave my bestie his personalized copy yesterday for his birthday.
Love the concept and look forward to reading but haven’t had a chance to dive into the novel. I will share the personal message withthe signed author signature was a nice touch along with the contact business cards. I would love a series of stories with new product line launches in heritage where legacy is built
Started reading with a nice glass of bourbon and it is an easy, enjoyable read.
A read every bourbon aficionado has to become acquainted with. Very enjoyable!
Really excited about this fun bourbon mystery as a gift for my husband. It’s such a great concept and I’m excited to support it!
Hi John,
I just finished your book and truly enjoyed the suspenseful mystery thriller of chasing bourbon, blind tasting challenges and rekindling past and new friendships. There is something special with sharing bourbons on those certain occasions. And, you have definitely peeked my interest with some of the unicorn bourbons you mentioned...especially the pours sewed in the gangsters jacket. I will definitely encourage fellow bourbon lovers to get a copy. I saw that it was originally for screenplay - could totally see that! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
This book feels like something totally new. Part bourbon, part adventure, part treasure hunt, part photo guide. Really love the direction and originality here
What a wonderful book to give our son who collects Bourbon . I know he will enjoy hours of such a collection. We live in Greenville and appreciate you talents in writing
Kathy Williams
This is a great book, and I highly recommend it! I really enjoyed reading Bourbon Brothers and found it to be a page turner as I became invested in the characters and the mystery. I really got to know the characters, and the mystery had me guessing until the end. I also enjoyed learning about the world of bourbon tasting which I didn’t know anything about before. This would be a great book both for people who love bourbon and for people who know nothing but enjoy a great story. I hope he writes a sequel!
This is a wonderful book for anyone who loves bourbon, and particularly for those who love its history, or would like to know more about iconic old pours. McKillop does an amazing job of weaving this into story of brotherhood and friendship, and as everyone knows that is the best part of a bourbon pour. Enjoy this book and share it with your friends.
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my dad. This book is basically a two for one where you get a novel and also a bunch of color photos of whiskey tasting notes. Great gift!
A great story and you will learn a lot about bourbon. I want a curated edition with bourbon samples!
I love this idea - I’m gifting it to all the bourbon lovers in my life. Thank you!
Cool old vintage bottle pics plus tasting notes plus road-trip mystery. Fun combo!
A Bourbon Adventure Every Whiskey Lover Will Devour
A mystery-filled, photo-rich collectible novel made for bourbon enthusiasts.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A wildly fun ride for anyone who loves great whiskey.”
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An Immersive Bourbon Experience
Bourbon Brothers isn’t just a story — it’s an experience. It mixes the thrill of a treasure hunt with the culture, chaos, and camaraderie every bourbon drinker knows well. With color photography, tasting notes woven into the mystery, and the feel of a premium collector’s item, this is the bourbon-lover’s stocking stuffer of the season.
Why Bourbon Lovers Are Grabbing This Book
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A full-color collector’s edition with tasting notes, bottle photography, and immersive design
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A mystery built around the world’s hardest bourbon blind tasting — the underground challenge known as Twenty-One Guns
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Perfect companion for bourbon clubs, tastings, and bottle shares
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A hilarious road-trip adventure described as National Treasure meets The Hangover
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A premium hardcover designed to display proudly on your bourbon shelf or bar
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Readers Are Already Loving It
“Couldn’t put it down — the tasting-note sections are genius.” — T. Lawson
“Feels like a bourbon treasure hunt. Hilarious and super clever.” — A. Greer
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Crafted for bourbon people, by bourbon people.
A Mystery Hidden in the Bourbon World
When three friends stumble into an underground bourbon tasting competition — the legendary Twenty-One Guns — they find themselves racing across Kentucky distilleries, tracking clues, decoding tasting notes, and trying not to completely wreck their lives in the process.
Each trial reveals a new bourbon. Each bourbon reveals a new clue.
And somewhere in the chaos lies a secret someone doesn’t want them to find.
It’s chaotic. It’s hilarious. It’s soaked in bourbon culture.
And it’s unlike any novel you’ve read.
Inside the Honey Barrel Edition
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Full-color photography throughout
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Illustrated tasting notes
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High-quality hardcover binding
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Bourbon Easter eggs hidden throughout the story
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The Medicinal Whiskey Charity bottle cameo (logo hidden on the cover)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a real story or fiction?
It’s a comedic adventure novel written by longtime bourbon enthusiast John McKillop — filled with real bourbon culture, tastings, distilleries, and inside jokes bourbon people will appreciate.
Is this appropriate as a gift?
Absolutely. It’s a clean, fun, hilarious, high-quality hardcover made for bourbon lovers.
Is the book in stock?
Yes — Honey Barrel Edition ships within 24 hours.
Is this a collector’s item?
Yes. This edition includes color photography, tasting notes, and a quality hardcover meant for display.
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