From Iranian Refugee to Kentucky Bourbon Pioneer: Kevah Zamanian of Rabbit Hole Bourbon

by | Nov 6, 2026

Clinical psychologist turned master distiller Kaveh Zamanian shares his extraordinary journey from fleeing the Iranian Revolution as a teenager to founding one of America’s most innovative whiskey brands. Discover how rule-breaking grain experiments, downtown Louisville real estate, and an unwavering belief in craftsmanship transformed Rabbit Hole Spirits from a family kitchen-table idea into a global partnership with Pernod Ricard.

 

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