James C. Crow | |
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| Born | c. 1789 Inverness, Scotland. |
| Died | April 20, 1856 (aged 67) |
| Education | Edinburgh University |
| Occupation(s) | Distiller, Physician |
| Years active | circa 1819–1856 |
| Known for | Perfecting the sour mash method of whiskey making |
James C. Crow (c. 1789 – 20 April 1856) is credited for his use of the sour mash process. He is also the namesake of the Old Crow brand of bourbon whiskey currently produced by Suntory Global Spirits.