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The411 with Sherlene Shanklin: Kentucky business DB Bourbon Candy invited to attend several...

The411 with Sherlene Shanklin: Kentucky business DB Bourbon Candy invited to attend several Breeders' Cup events to showcase their chocolates
DB Bourbon Candy heads to Breeders Cup in Lexington, KY

DB Bourbon Candy

will participate in one of the richest events in thoroughbred racing with a $5 million purse, The Breeders' Cup. Robyn Stuart and her elite brand of chocolate and bourbon will add to the pageantry of the 2015 Breeders' Cup World Championship at Keeneland held on October 30

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in Lexington, KY.

There will be plenty to do before prior to the championship and DB Bourbon Candy will be at the big events showcasing their products. They have been invited to give U.S. and international guests a taste of Kentucky. They have been asked to participate in A Taste of the World. The private international culinary event feature chefs from 15 countries around the globe. Their dishes will be paired with cocktails, fine wines and a selection of beer.

The exclusive event will be for the owners, breeders, and trainers involved in Breeders' Cup at the Win Star Farm.

DB Bourbon Candy will have custom design chocolates created just for the Breeders' Cup weekend.

The second major event they will be involved in will be held on Thursday, October 29th at the Hill N' Dale Farm. DB Bourbon Candy will provide samples for A Century of Sinatra featuring music by his son, Frank Sinatra Jr. They are preparing for the 400 plus guests at the black tie event. Stuart's team will create more than 800 bourbon balls.

Robyn Stuart, CEO of DB Bourbon Candy says "I used to believe, I happen to be in the right place at the right time, but now I'm getting invitations to be a part of some of the biggest events in the U.S. from sporting events to nationally televised entertainment events many not on my radar at the time of the call. My corporate business is really beginning to increase due to upcoming holidays. My clients are always looking for that unique gift and I believe that DB Bourbon Candy can give that variety and fantastic blend of chocolate and bourbon which is good for any occasion."

DB Bourbon Candy has been a part of the major events like the Academy Awards, Emmy Awards, Barbara Steinsand Weekend, Kentucky Derby events like Barnstable Brown Gala, the Grand Gala and 100 Black Men of Louisville Gala. They were invited to be the official gift bag for comedian/actor Chris Tucker's Golf Tournament in Atlanta, GA.

You can find DB Bourbon Candy in participating Liquor Barns across Kentucky.

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