Tasting 2XO with Dixon Dedman: The Art of Double Barreled Bourbon

It's a Flight Night with Dixon Dedman, American whiskey blender and founder of 2XO Whiskey, as we sip through the American Oak, Vinyl Blend, and Gem of Kentucky expressions. Dixon shares the story behind his family’s bourbon legacy—dating back to his great-great-grandfather, who founded Kentucky Owl in 1879—and how that heritage shaped his path from reviving Kentucky Owl to creating 2XO.

We dive into the art of blending and the signature “Two Times Oak” process that defines every 2XO release. Dixon breaks down the creativity behind his Icon and Oak Series, why he loves experimenting with French, Hungarian, and Mizunara oak finishes, and how each bottle balances innovation with deep Kentucky tradition.