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 Beam Suntory.