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Jim Gaffigan's Pandemic Pastime: Bourbon Mania
13 Dec
Summary
- Jim Gaffigan released a 40-minute comedy set about his bourbon obsession.
- He collected bourbon bottles from every state during the pandemic.
- Gaffigan launched his own bourbon brand, Fathertime Bourbon, in 2024.
Comedian Jim Gaffigan has unveiled "Live from Old Forester: The Bourbon Set," a unique 40-minute comedy performance dedicated to his deep fascination with bourbon. Gaffigan candidly shares how his interest in the iconic American spirit flourished during the pandemic, alongside a newfound hobby in gardening.
His agent and manager initially expressed concern about the unconventional theme, fearing it might impact his career. However, Gaffigan's enthusiasm led him to pursue the project, even releasing it on YouTube rather than a major streaming platform to reach a niche audience of "bourbon geeks."
The set's popularity is evident, surpassing 3.6 million views on YouTube within two weeks. In addition to the comedy special, Gaffigan further cemented his connection to the beverage by launching his own bourbon brand, Fathertime Bourbon, in 2024.
