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Copper Bob Bourbon

By November 15, 2024November 20th, 2024Adventures
Copper Bob Bourbon

Copper Bob Bourbon is the result of a creative partnership between Bob White and Rick Schneider, artists and adventurers.

THE BOURBON

Rick began his distilling career in 2010 studying at Dry Fly Distilling in Spokane, Washington. Rick and his wife Nikki founded Isanti Spirits in 2013 and began distilling on their rural Isanti, Minnesota property in 2015.

Rick searched the country for a special whiskey to bottle for Copper Bob Bourbon, eventually choosing a rare 15-year-old Kentucky Bourbon, distilled by the Bardstown Distillery. This was no easy task as the growth of the craft distilling industry has generated intense competition for special barrels.

THE ARTWORK

I began guiding fly fishermen in Alaska in 1984 and Argentina the following year. Lisa and I still fish and host trips to both destinations. I believe that artists should paint what they know and love. The images I create depict fishermen I’ve known, the fish they pursue, and the environs we cherish.

Copper Bob Bourbon is named after the Copper Bob Nymph, a fly I designed in 1988. If we’ve fished together, you no doubt have a few in your fly box. The four labels on Copper Bob Bourbon are some of my favorite paintings. I hope you’ll enjoy them.

THE CONFLUENCE

  • Each label is limited to 100 bottles.
  • All bottles come in a custom wood box engraved with my signature Copper Bob Nymph.
  • Individual bottles with your choice of label are $400.00 each (price includes shipping).
  • The first 25 bottles include an original pencil drawing of the Copper Bob!
  • The complete set of four labels is $1500.00 (price includes shipping).
  • All sets include a full-size drawing of a Copper Bob drawn just for you and shipped free of charge from BobWhite Studio.

Due to the limited nature of this rare bourbon, it will not be offered online. Interested parties should contact Rick Schneider at (763)-333-6447 or email to order at rick@isantispirits.com

Photos – Brett Kallusky

Join the discussion 6 Comments

  • Lindsay Wood says:

    These are absolutely beautiful Bob! Reminds me of my dad when I see your work! Bourbon and fly fishing, a perfect match.
    Best,
    Lindsay Malone Wood (Don Malone’s daughter)

    • Bob White says:

      Hi Lindsay, how wonderful to hear from you. Thanks for reaching out! I think about your father from time to time… and always with a smile.

      All the very best,
      Bob

  • Leda Shalley says:

    I’m going to get one for my husband for Christmas! Already contacted Rick. I have been eyeing some of your artwork for him for some time as he enjoys fly fishing and we have some fly fishing art already. This is Leda, the old old friend of Jess Reeves btw. Hope you guys are doing well and happy thanksgiving!

    • Bob White says:

      Leda!

      How wonderful to hear from you… thanks for reaching out to us. I’m not sure where you guys are these days, but if you’re ever out our way, please let us know and stop by for a visit and a tour of the studio.

      Lisa and I wish you all the very best!
      Bob

  • Amy Malone Fugate says:

    Bob,

    You’ve outdone yourself again! I just ordered another fine print of yours and now stumbled upon these beautiful bourbon bottles. I will email Rick immediately and would be thrilled to purchase some of your bourbon!

    • Bob White says:

      Hey there, Amy.

      Thank you for the kind words… ‘much appreciated.

      Let us know how we can be helpful.

      Warmly,
      Bob & Lisa