Bottles of Uncle Nearest Whiskey. As the seventh most-visited distillery in the world, Uncle Nearest is far more than a place to sip whiskey—it’s a living tribute to a remarkable story of innovation, resilience, and community. During a recent trip to Tennessee, Keith Weaver strolled the Uncle Nearest Distillery, a historic property in Shelbyville, sharing stories about he and his wife’s Fawn’s journey from Hollywood execs to whiskey trailblazers.