Louisville: A Bourbon Lover’s Paradise
Louisville was founded in 1778 by George Rogers Clark and was named after King Louis XVI of France. Little did they know then that it would become the heart of the bourbon community.
Read full storyStill Austin Whiskey Co. launches Bottled in Bond Blue Corn Bourbon
Still Austin Whiskey Co. has launched the third release in its seasonal Bottled in Bond series: Blue Corn Bourbon, which is inspired by the winter season. Distilled from a mashbill of 26% blue corn, 25% white corn, 44% rye, and 5% barley, Blue Corn Bourbon was aged at least 4 years and is bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof). The use of blue corn is meant to invoke the endless winter night sky and the bourbon is described as being perfect for sipping by a fire.
Read full storyMaker’s Mark unveils Holiday 2023 Personalized Label
Maker’s Mark has unveiled its Holiday 2023 personalized label, available for a limited time through its personalized label program. The Maker’s Mark personalized label program allows gift givers to customize a label with their loved one’s name front and center, and includes a pre-written message on the side of the label to coincide with the occasion. The Holiday 2023 label features a two-tone, red and off-yellow mistletoe pattern on the front, with the message “Wishing you a season that’s one of a kind” pre-written on the side.
Read full storyNashville Bourbon Auction unites community, raising over $300,000
The Nashville Bourbon Auction brought the community together with an exciting night of bidding and a performance by JellyRoll, the 2023 CMA New Artist of the Year and recent Grammy nominee. The event raised an impressive sum of nearly $350,000 from sports, hospitality, allocated spirit, and fine dining packages. Jointly benefiting Impact Youth Outreach, an organization devoted to youth development, and the Country Music Hall of Fame, the event’s organizers aimed to raise resources for both institutions. The funds will further enable Impact Youth Outreach to deliver comprehensive educational programs and recreational resources for local youth and support the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Read full storyRabbit Hole Distillery unveils Founder’s Collection Limited-Release: Amburana
Rabbit Hole Distillery announced the release of Amburana, a remarkable Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey finished in new Brazilian Oak barrels. Amburana is the latest release in the brand’s coveted Founder’s Collection.
Read full storyOklahoma State Athletics partners with Hochatown Distilling Co. on Orange Label Craft Bourbon
On the heels of the wildly successful limited run of Loyal & True Reserve, Oklahoma State Athletics is again partnering with Hochatown Distilling Company to release Orange Label, an officially licensed craft bourbon.
Read full storyOld Forester releases its rarest bottle ever: 150th Brown-Forman Decanter
Old Forester is releasing the rarest bottle it has ever produced – a decanter to honor the brand’s 150th anniversary filled with extraordinarily exquisite 12 ½ -12-year-old bourbon.
Read full storyMichter’s to release its rare 25-Year Bourbon in December
Michter’s is celebrating this extraordinary recognition of being named World’s Most Admired Whiskey by Drinks International with the December release of one of its rarest offerings: Michter’s 25-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon.
Read full storyRagged Branch Distillery wins with Honey Bourbon
Ragged Branch Distillery, a farm-to-glass whiskey distillery in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, announces its Straight Bourbon – Honey Barrel Finished took one of the top awards at the Virginia Bourbon Invitational this year.
Read full storyEvan Williams American-Made Heroes Foundation Fund announces 2023 Grant Recipients
Evan Williams Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey announced 15 American-Made Heroes Foundation Fund grant recipients. The 2023 Veteran Community Action Grants awarded $75,000 across projects that make a meaningful difference in veterans’ enjoyment and quality of life.
Read full storyHigh Wire Distilling Co. commemorates 10th anniversary
Ann Marshall and Scott Blackwell, proprietors of High Wire Distilling Co., are proud to announce the limited release of Jimmy Red Bourbon Whiskey Bottled in Bond, Single Farm Edition, in celebration of their 10th Anniversary. For the first time in the distillery’s history, the brand-new expression features bourbon whiskey over four years of age made from 100% Jimmy Red corn grown by Campbell Coxe at Plumfield Farm in Darlington, SC.
Read full storyBuffalo Trace Distillery collaborates with Wrangler
Wrangler’s new collaboration embodies the spirit of the West—literally. The Kontoor Brands-owned heritage brand and Buffalo Trace Bourbon, the family-owned Kentucky distillery established in 1775, unveiled Wednesday a limited line of co-branded clothing for men and women. Like aged whiskey, Wrangler said the collaborative process unfolded over three years, allowing the denim brand to “dive deep into the culture and legacy of spirits.”
Read full storyCheap Yet Quality Bourbon: 10 Picks Under $30
Just because something is inexpensive doesn’t mean it’s bad quality. The price of bourbon continues to rise as a recent survey from bevalcinsights.com concluded that “2023 saw the highest average unit price for bourbon on Drizly.com in the past five years at $40.48. That’s up from $34.65 in 2018 – a 16.8% increase.” The Kentucky Distillers Association reported that since 200, bourbon production had increased 360%.
Read full storyTobacco Barn Distillery wins Top Farmer-Distiller award
obacco Barn Distillery of Hollywood in St. Mary’s County was recently awarded the Top Farmer-Distiller award, best Maryland whiskey and gold medal for their Single Barrel Bourbon in the 2023 Heartland Whiskey Competition.
Read full storyWatershed Distillery's Maple-Finished Bourbon
Watershed Distillery is launching another limited-release bourbon in its Fall Finishing Series. On Dec. 2, Watershed Distillery Bourbon Finished in Maple Syrup Barrels—aged five years—will be available only at the distillery while supplies last (1145 Chesapeake Ave. STE D, Columbus, OH 43212).
Read full storyJ. Mattingly 1845 Distillery opens in Frankfort, Ky
J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery, created by Jeff Mattingly, a descendant of distilling pioneer John Graves Mattingly, opened its distillery today in Frankfort, Ky. The new distillery features 23,000 square feet, which includes a gift shop, tasting bar, a small pot still, and a premier custom bourbon blending experience. The distillery will offer tours, tastings and the custom bourbon blending experience every day but Sundays.
Read full storyBourbonCon returns to Lexington for its second annual celebration of 'All Things Bourbon'
BourbonCon, a bourbon convention hosted at the Lexington Marriott Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa, will return on January 19th & 20th, 2024. Whether you’re a seasoned bourbon enthusiast or new to the world of whiskey, get ready for a neat bourbon experience with over 30 distilleries under one roof for one weekend. Tickets are on sale now at www.bourbonconlex.com.
Read full storyLost Lantern opens tasting room and production facility in Vermont
Lost Lantern Whiskey Co-founders Nora Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski are thrilled to announce the opening of the award-winning independent bottler’s first tasting room. Located in Vergennes, Vermont, at 11 Main Street, the new space will open to the public on Friday, November 3, 2023. It will allow guests to taste and purchase bottles of Lost Lantern, representing a wide range of whiskies from distilleries across the United States.
Read full storyDetroit City Distillery doubles production of annual Honey Bourbon
Detroit City Distillery (DCD) is taking its coveted annual release of Honey Bourbon to new heights this year, doubling production, expanding distribution in Michigan and adding a new ready-to-serve Honey Old Fashioned to its lineup.
Read full storyMichter's named World's Most Admired Whiskey
For the first time ever, an American distillery has taken home the highest honor in whisky. Michter's, a Louisville, Kentucky-based bourbon and rye producer, eclipsed the biggest names from Scotland, Japan, Ireland, and beyond to rank first overall in the newly-released 2023 World's Most Admired Whiskies Top 50 list published by Drinks International. With this stunning recognition, Michter's joins a winner's circle of iconic brands, including Yamazaki and Springbank.
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