The Scion of Spice – Tabasco CEO Passes Away

Feb 24 2013

by Whitney Long

Paul McIlhenny “The Scion of Spice” passed away this weekend in New Orleans. His family business was founded in 1868 on Avery Island, Louisiana. He was the sixth family member to be president of the company. In addition to his business acumen, he was an avid sportsman, conservationist and respected voice regarding Louisiana’s coastland and wetland preservation. Read about this interesting business here and read about Paul McIlhenny’s legacy here .

For a fun read, click here to see how they pick the perfect peppers for Tabasco sauce.

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Whitney Long is co-founder of The Southern C and The Southern C Summit. Mama x 4, wife x 1. Entrepreneur, thinker, doer, writer, researcher, believer. Enjoys working alongside creative entrepreneurs to build community while supporting established and upcoming brands. Hobbies include travel, reading, bike rides and clever craft cocktails.

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erinstreet 02.24.13 at 5:10 pm

What an incredible legacy. Thank you for sharing this.

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marydellharrington 02.24.13 at 5:29 pm

Thanks for bringing his interesting story to light. I’m sorry for his family’s loss.

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