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70 / the tasting panel / july 2014 in the agricultural industry and we were able to find experts to assist us, like Dr. Nick Berry, who holds a PhD in Animal Science from Iowa State University and who looks after the pigs, and Dr. Mark Bertram, who holds a doctoral degree in Swine Nutrition from Iowa State University and analyzed the feed sample and developed a weekly diet regimen for the pigs." And what a diet it is. First, one must take into account that while rye whiskey must be composed of at least 51 percent rye, Templeton's mash bill consists of more than 90 Templeton and Pork Fat Milkshake by Stephanie Izard, The Girl and The Goat, Chicago, IL ◗ 1 oz. Templeton Rye ◗ 6 oz. smoked pork fat gelato ◗ 1 oz. heavy cream ◗ 2 Tbsp. Heath Bar Crunch ◗ Place all ingredients in a milkshake blender and buzz! Serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of Heath Bar Crunch on top. In Chicago, Templeton Rye compliments the American Midwest's bounty and the homespun luxury of its fine dining sector. Midwest Brand Ambassador and native Iowan Michael Killmer points out that the chefs and mix- ologists from his accounts are as particular about sourcing the best ingredients as the distillers from Templeton Rye. For this reason, chef/restaurateur Stephanie Izard and her Chicago eateries, The Girl and the Goat and Little Goat, are a fantastic fit for the Heritage Pork Program. "At our Heritage Pork dinner, we're not only going to serve our quirky milkshake cocktail as our finale, but we will also use the various parts of the pig for several other dishes as well as different dipping and barbecue sauces made with Templeton Rye," says Izard. Killmer adds that the success could potentially breed other successful offshoots: "As one butcher reached out to me suggesting a butcher class with one of our pigs, I can envision bringing together bartenders, restaurateurs and chefs to learn how to break down a whole pig, make proper cuts, make sausage, and of course, have some- thing good to drink with the various preparations." —Elyse Glickman Heartfelt Heritage from the Heartland At Little Goat, a smoked pork and toffee crunch milkshake made with Templeton Rye is the perfect indulgent match for a barbeque pulled pork sandwich. PHOTO: AJ KANE PHOTO: AJ KANE At popular Little Goat in Chicago, Executive Chef Stephanie Izard laughs with Templeton Rye Midwest Brand Ambassador Michael Killmer.