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WES HENDERSON & SONS

Three Generations, One True Story

Every bottle of True Story carries forward a legacy of Kentucky whiskey craftsmanship, reimagined for a new generation of storytellers.

The Henderson Legacy

What began with a deep understanding of Kentucky's whiskey traditions has evolved into something extraordinary. The Henderson family brings together decades of distilling expertise with an innovative spirit that pushes the boundaries of what American whiskey can be.

HENDERSON FAMILY TRADITION

The Henderson family has been crafting world-class whiskey for generations. It’s in their blood—and their barrels.

1960's

Lincoln Henderson was a whiskey legend, spending 40 years at Brown-Forman, where he helped shape some of the most famous brands in the industry, including Woodford Reserve, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel, and Gentleman Jack.

2001

Lincoln inaugural Bourbon Hall of Fame Member

2003

Lincoln Whiskey Advocate's Lifetime Achievement Award. This award recognizes an individual who has made a significant and lasting impact on the whisky industry over the course of their career.

2010

Wes Henderson co-founded Angel’s Envy with his father in 2010, continuing the tradition of craftsmanship and innovation. Kyle joins in August 2010.

2013

Andrew and Connor join Angel's Envy

2019

Wes is inducted into Bourbon Hall of Fame. An honor established to recognize individuals and organizations that have made a significant impact on the bourbon industry.

2023

Wes comes out of retirement & starts Saga Spirits Group, the parent of True Story Whiskey

2024

 Kyle joins Saga Spirits & Wes buys The Kentucky Castle

2024

Wes’s sons, Andrew, Connor, & Christian join Saga formally, brand consumer launch -- making it a three-generation whiskey dynasty. 

WHISKEY LINEAGE

Wes Henderson comes from a legendary whiskey lineage, deeply rooted in American bourbon history. He is the son of Lincoln Henderson, a bourbon Hall of Famer and the creator of Angel’s Envy, one of the most recognized craft bourbons in the industry. The family legacy traces back even further, as Lincoln Henderson spent decades as a master distiller at Brown-Forman, helping to shape brands like Woodford Reserve and Jack Daniel’s.

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LINCOLN HENDERSON

Late Father & Grandfather
Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame

Lincoln Henderson was a whiskey innovator, pioneering cask finishing in bourbon with Angel’s Envy, which is aged in port wine barrels for a signature smooth, complex flavor.

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WES HENDERSON

Co-Founder & Father
Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame 

Wes Henderson co-founded Angel’s Envy with his father in 2010, continuing the tradition of craftsmanship and innovation, and expanded Angel’s Envy into one of the most respected modern bourbon brands.

THE HENDERSON SONS

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KYLE
HENDERSON

SVP of Operations

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ANDREW
HENDERSON

Production Manager

Connor

CONNOR HENDERSON

 Processing Supervisor

Spencer

SPENCER HENDERSON

 IT Consultant

Christian

CHRISTIAN HENDERSON

Processing Operator

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IAN
HENDERSON

Influencer

Legacy isn't about what you leave behind,
It's about what you pour forward

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