Spa City Bourbon

🥃 Spa City Bourbon Group (Hot Springs & Central Arkansas)

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Spa City Bourbon Group is a Central Arkansas bourbon and whiskey enthusiast community founded around Hot Springs, Arkansas — a city long known as Spa City for its historic thermal springs. While the group’s identity is closely tied to Hot Springs, its reach and membership extend across Central Arkansas, connecting whiskey lovers from Hot Springs, Little Rock, Benton, Bryant, Malvern, and surrounding areas.

Founded by Taylor Golden, Spa City Bourbon Group is currently administered by Taylor Golden and Tim Holder, who help guide the group’s culture, discussions, and overall direction.

Operating exclusively through a private Facebook Group, Spa City Bourbon Group provides a welcoming space for both seasoned collectors and casual drinkers to come together over a shared appreciation of bourbon and American whiskey.

About the Group

The group focuses on conversation, education, and community engagement, with members regularly sharing:

• Bourbon and rye bottle discoveries
• Central Arkansas store picks and limited releases
• Tasting notes and bottle reviews
• News about upcoming whiskey events and tastings
• General discussion around bourbon culture and trends

Rather than functioning as a retail club or formal organization, Spa City Bourbon Group remains a grassroots, community-driven group centered on shared interest and local connection.

Regional Focus

Although rooted in Hot Springs, the group actively serves Central Arkansas, reflecting how bourbon enthusiasts in the region often travel and shop across city lines. Discussions frequently include:

• Garland County and Pulaski County liquor stores
• Central Arkansas allocations and drops
• Regional bourbon events and pop-up tastings

This broader geographic scope makes Spa City Bourbon Group a valuable resource for keeping up with bourbon activity throughout the middle of the state.

Platform & Membership

• Platform: Facebook Groups only
• Membership: Private (approval required)
• Age Requirement: 21+
• Buy/Sell/Trade: Not permitted

The group prioritizes respectful discussion, transparency, and responsible enjoyment of whiskey.

Role in Arkansas’s Bourbon Community

Spa City Bourbon Group is part of a larger ecosystem of Arkansas-based bourbon communities, complementing groups like Central Arkansas Bourbon & Banter, Bourbon Club of Arkansas, and other regional whiskey groups. Together, these communities help foster a strong and connected bourbon culture across the state.