Whiskey University has Instructors in the Aurora Metropolitan Area:

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Our faculty currently serves areas in Arapahoe County, Colorado (643,052); Douglas County, Colorado (335,299);Elbert County, Colorado (25,642); in the Denver East - Aurora Metropolitan Area.

Whiskey University’s Faculty

Whiskey Col. Curtis Link
Major Jason San Souci
Capt. Clifford Hunter
Sgt. Tristan Crafts
Pvt. Josh Hunt

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Whiskey Col. Curtis Link

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Curtis Link embarked on his whiskey education at Whiskey University in March 2024, an institution renowned for its comprehensive programs in the art and science of distilling. Whiskey University has been offering Certificates, Diplomas, and Degrees since 2016.In 2012 Whiskey University began offering Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees. By May 2024, he had already earned his Bourbon Diploma, demonstrating his dedication and thirst for knowledge.

A graduate of Grand Canyon University with a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Curtis's path to whiskey expertise reflects a passion discovered later in life. Originally from Oregon, he now resides in Aurora, Colorado, with his wife Jessica, three dogs, and two cats.

Curtis's journey at Whiskey University has been one of remarkable achievements. He earned his Associate Degree in Intermediate Bourbon Studies on July 28, 2024, after completing 20 classes, and was subsequently designated a "Certified Bourbon Taster" His pursuit of excellence continued, culminating in a Bachelor of Science Degree on September 23, 2024, following 30 rigorous courses. Most recently, on November 10th, 2024, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree, having completed an impressive 40 classes. This accomplishment solidified his status as a "Master Bourbon Taster" and earned him the rank of Whiskey Col. in the esteemed Bourbon Brigade.

Through his studies, Curtis has developed a profound appreciation for the craftsmanship and heritage behind every bottle of whiskey. While he enjoys a wide range of spirits, his personal collection showcases a particular fondness for Craft and Rye Whiskeys. Beyond his academic pursuits, Curtis is also a Certified Bourbon Steward with the Stave and Thief Society, further underscoring his commitment to the world of whiskey.

Curtis Has The Following “Designations” & Credentials:

”Chartered Master Whiskey Taster”

(from the Whiskey University)

”Certified Bourbon Steward”

(from the Stave & Thief Society)

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Member: Four Roses Mellow Moments

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A certificate titled 'Whiskey University' awarded to Curtis Link for a Master of Arts degree with a double major in the Bourbon Capital Region and Whiskey Row Region, granting the honorary title of 'Chartered Master Whiskey Taster,' dated March 29, 2026, signed by the president, Col. Craig Duncan.

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Seal of the High West Distillery & Saloon in Park City, Utah, with text indicating membership in the High West Club.

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Major Jason San Souci

Email address: JSS@WhiskeyUniv.com

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Jason San Souci joined Whiskey University in October, 2021. In 2012 Whiskey University began offering Certificates, Diplomas, and Degrees. He earned his Bourbon Diploma after successfully completing eight classes on January 18th, 2022.

Jason holds a Masters of Engineering degree from the University of Colorado. He received his undergraduate degree in Space Operations at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Originally from Providence, RI, he grew up in Florida but now resides in Denver, CO with his wife Nicole. They have a blended family with 3 young children and have 1 child in college at CU-Boulder.

San Souci earned his Associate Degree in Intermediate Bourbon Studies after finishing 16 classes on April 5th, 2022, earning him the title of “Certified Bourbon Taster.” He followed that up on June 15th, 2022, Jason earned his Bachelor of Science Degree with 25 classes completed at Whiskey University.

It wasn’t until later in life that he came to appreciate the rich tradition and craftsmanship that goes into each bottle. His appreciation for each bottle has grown through his experience with Whiskey University. While he thoroughly enjoys sampling all of the major spirits, Low-Rye Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey take up the prime real estate in his bar. Jason is a Certified Bourbon Steward with the Stave and Thief Society and enjoys teaching the history and virtue of bourbon and whiskey as a Whiskey University Instructor.

Major San Souci earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in short order at 30 classes on August 10th, 2022. With that degree Jason became a "Master Bourbon Taster" with the rank of Major in the Bourbon Brigade.

Jason Has The Following “Designations” & Credentials:

”Chartered Master Bourbon Taster”

(from the Whiskey University)

”Certified Bourbon Steward”

(from Stave & Thief Society)

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Whiskey University certificate awarded to Jason San Souci for Master of Science Degree with a Double Major in the Tennessee Whiskey Region and the Whiskey Row Region, titled 'Chartered Master Bourbon Taster', dated April 5, 2023, with images of whiskey bottles and a whiskey-themed border.

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Capt. Clifford Hunter

Email address: CHunter@WhiskeyUniv.com

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Cliff has the following “Designations” & Credentials:

“Master Whiskey Taster”

(from the Whiskey University)

”Certified Bourbon Steward”

(from Stave & Thief Society)

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A humorous impersonation of a university diploma for Clifford Hunter, awarding a Bachelor of Arts degree in the Tennessee Whiskey Region with the honorary title 'Master Whiskey Taster,' featuring images of whiskey bottles, government seals, and academic symbols.

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Six gray circles with black text inside, listing groups not enrolled in an organization or program, including Whisk Thieves, Kings Circle, Whis Society, Family Tree, Whisk Baron, and High West.

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Seal with the text 'MEMBER OF' at the top, and a circular border listing 'HIGH WEST DISTILLERY, PARK CITY, UTAH, DISTILLERY.' Inside the circle, there's a stylized graphic of two hands holding a mountain and a heartbeat line. Below the seal, the text reads 'High West Club' with 'High West' in italics.

Sgt. Tristan Crafts

Tristan has the following “Designations” & Credentials:

“Journeyman Bourbon Taster”

(from the Whiskey University)

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A certificate from Whiskey University awarded to Tristan Crafts for completing Bourbon Basic Studies, with images of Jack Daniel's and Jim Beam bourbon bottles on either side, a Whiskey University emblem at the bottom center, and signature at the bottom right.

Pvt. Josh Hunt

Josh has the following “Designations” & Credentials:

“Apprentice Bourbon Taster”

(from the Whiskey University)

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Certificate from Whiskey University awarded to Josh Hunt for Bourbon Certificate in General Bourbon Studies, dated June 25, 2024, with images of two whiskey bottles, Old Grand-Dad on the left and Beam Eight Star on the right.

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