Bourbon News and New Releases
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Bourbon News & New Releases
Green River Unveils New Wheated Single Barrel Bourbon
Green River Distilling Co., “The Whiskey Without Regrets”, has announced the release of a new Kentucky Straight Wheated Single Barrel Bourbon.
Missouri’s Oldest Distillery Breaks Ground On New Rickhouse
Holladay Distillery, Missouri’s historic bourbon producer, has broken ground on its first new rickhouse in 75 years.
Garrison Brothers Whiskey & Pecan Pralines Ice Cream Is Back For Valentine’s Day
Garrison Brothers Whiskey & Pecan Pralines launches February 14th with shipping available through McConnell’s online store at $12 per pint.
Four Branches Bourbon Raises $400,000 For Veteran Nonprofits
Four Branches aims to support organizations that serve veterans, first responders, and intelligence communities.
Garrison Brothers Partners With Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation & Releases Limited Balmorhea Bourbon
Garrison Brothers is hosting a fundraiser to benefit TPWF, and offering a limited number of Balmorhea Cask Strength bourbons.
Rabbit Hole Partners with Top Gun: Maverick Star Jay Ellis, Launches Filmmaker Contest & Limited Edition Bourbon
Rabbit Hole has launched The Creative Spirit Challenge with Ellis. The contest invites emerging filmmakers to submit short videos showcasing their creative vision.
Castle & Key Completes First Phase of $2M Solar Project
Kentucky’s Castle & Key Distillery has completed Phase 1 of a major solar energy project at its Versailles Warehouse, marking a significant step toward sustainable whiskey production in the Bluegrass State.
US Alcohol Coalition Warns Trump Against New Tariffs
The group highlighted particular concerns about potential European Union retaliation, noting that American whiskey exports could face a 50% tariff from April 1 if no agreement is reached on steel and aluminum disputes.
Kentucky Bourbon Trail Picks Up ‘Best of Business’ Award at World Beverage Innovation Awards
The Kentucky Bourbon Trail has clinched top honors at the World Beverage Innovation Awards, securing the Best of Business: Marketing Campaign award for its 25th anniversary brand refresh.
Bardstown Bourbon & Green River To Expand Into New States
Bardstown Bourbon Company and Green River Distilling Co. are pushing toward national distribution with expansion into key markets including New Jersey and Washington state.
WhistlePig Is Coming To Kentucky, Unveils New 10-Year Bourbon
The brand has turned its attention to bourbon, promising to go “the whole hog” with the launch of WhistlePig Snout-To-Tail Bourbon.
Brothers Bond Bourbon Partners With Italian Wine Firm in Historic Sales Deal
Beyond production excellence, Brother’s Bond demonstrates a strong commitment to environmental stewardship.
White Oak Legislation Advances In Washington
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed crucial legislation aimed at protecting America’s white oak forests.
Into The MaltyVerse – Barrel Global Launches Comic Universe-Inspired Whiskey Collection
The newest offerings, dubbed “MaltyVerse Scenes,” showcase Kentucky bourbon producers with digital comic content accessible via QR codes.
Frey Ranch Expands Distribution To Colorado & Illinois
Frey Ranch Distillery has announced its expansion into Colorado and Illinois, marking another significant milestone for the brand.
Eli Manning Wants You To Make ‘Bold Picks’ For The Super Bowl
Football legend Eli Manning and Knob Creek have joined forces to launch a special edition bourbon ahead of the 2025 Super Bowl.
J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery Launches Valentine’s Custom Bourbon Experience
J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery has introduced a personalized bourbon bottling service for Valentine’s Day,offering customers the ability to customize their own bottle.
Brush Creek Ranch Is The Perfect Winter Destination For Whiskey & Skiing Lovers
Wyoming’s Brush Creek Ranch is home to a distinctive winter experience combining exclusive skiing with craft spirits production.
Rod & Hammer’s Releases Limited Bourbon & Hosts Concert To Aid In LA Wildfire Relief
Rod & Hammer’s California Whiskey has unveiled two initiatives to support charitable Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts: a benefit concert and a special-edition bourbon release.
Willett Distillery & King Saladeen Launch Charity Bourbons To Benefit Kids For Kids Foundation
The exclusive Willett Artist Series will feature Saladeen’s signature vibrant designs on a range of limited-edition bottles.
Jim Beam & Keegan-Michael Key Set To Console Losing Football Fans With ‘Care Package’
The “7 Stages of Defeat” care package is designed to remind fans of losing teams that there is “always a reason to gather, align, and toast to next year’s season.”
Kentucky Distilleries & Precision Consveration Partner On Regenerative Corn Farming Efforts
Four major spirits companies are spearheading a multimillion-dollar program to boost sustainable corn farming practices across Kentucky’s bourbon industry.
Laws Whiskey House Unveils Ambitious New Denver Tasting Room
Laws Whiskey House has launched a new 4,000-square-foot tasting room in Denver, marking a significant expansion for the Colorado distillery.
Give270 To Host Round 14 Of Whiskey Wednesdays Raffle Featuring Top Prizes
Elizabethtown-based nonprofit Give 270 has unveiled Round 14 of its Whiskey Wednesdays charity raffle series.
The Whisky Exchange Unveils 2024’s Most Popular Whiskies
The Whisky Exchange has revealed its best-selling whiskies of 2024, highlighting strong consumer demand across multiple categories and price points, from premium Scotch single malts to accessible bourbons.
Redwood Empire Whiskey Acquires North Californian Distillery
Redwood Empire Whiskey has acquired Savage & Cooke Distillery on Mare Island, California, positioning the craft producer for significant expansion amid surging demand for its whiskey portfolio.
Robots Are Now Better at Tasting Whiskey Than You
Ground-breaking AI technology from Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute achieves 100% accuracy in whiskey identification, prompting discussion about the future of whiskey reviewing and appreciation.
MGP Ingredients Faces Securities Class Action Over Whiskey Market Disclosure Claims
A class action lawsuit filed against MGP Ingredients alleges the major whiskey producer failed to properly disclose market information about industry-wide oversupply and declining consumption trends. The legal action, covering May 2023 to October 2024, follows significant stock price drops after revelations about inventory problems.
Rare Willett Bourbon Bottles Signed by Pope Francis Fetch $27,500 at Sotheby’s
In a remarkable finale to Sotheby’s 2024 spirits auction calendar, two Willett Distillery bourbon bottles bearing Pope Francis’s signature achieved significant prices, with proceeds benefiting multiple charities.
Pappy Van Winkle’s Oldest Bourbons See Surprise Surge in 2024
Van Winkle’s 2024 bourbon release brings unexpected good news: increased quantities of their most prestigious 20 and 23-year-old expressions, offering hope to collectors and enthusiasts.
Heaven Hill Unveils Fall 2024 Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Release
This marks the 14th edition in the series, continuing a legacy that has made Old Fitzgerald a standout in the Bottled-in-Bond category.
Old Fashioned in a Chocolate Bar? Woodford Reserve Makes It Happen
Woodford Reserve and Compartés join forces to craft a bourbon-infused chocolate bar inspired by the Old Fashioned cocktail. Perfect for holiday gifting, this treat marries Double Oaked Bourbon with luxurious chocolate.
What MGP’s Whiskey Production Scale-Down Signals for the American Whiskey Industry
MGP Ingredients’ decision to scale down whiskey production highlights significant shifts in the American whiskey industry, from oversupply challenges to evolving consumer preferences. This move signals a recalibration in a market facing economic and cultural headwinds.
James B. Beam Distilling Launches Private Barrel Club
The Beam Private Barrel Club experience will immerse whiskey fans in the inner workings of James B. Beam Distilling, with a one-of-a-kind selection experience.
Buffalo Trace Offers Magical Christmas Experiences
The distillery has been transformed into the ultimate festive destination for the 26th annual Holidays At The Trace celebration.
Brown-Forman Launches Recycled Plastic Bottles For Woodford Reserve 50ml
The new PCR Woodford Reserve 50ml bottles are made from an advanced resin that maintains the bottle’s quality and clarity whilst delivering high recycled content.
Blue Run’s Latest Expression Is A Perfect Winter Warmer
Blue Run Ember is a small batch, high-proof bourbon, designed to be enjoyed in the cold weather as a sippable winter warmer.
Booker’s Bourbon Unveils “Jimmy’s Batch”, The Final Batch Of 2024
Booker’s Batch 2024-04 – Jimmy’s Batch, is named in honor of Master Distiller, Jimmy Russell, a living bourbon legend and a great friend of Booker Noe, the brand’s namesake.
Elijah Craig Puts A Twist On A Classic With New Craig Nog Cocktail Kit
The Craig Nog cocktail kit contains all of the essential ingredients for crafting a delicious and luxurious Craig Nog cocktail this Christmas.
Wyoming Whiskey Launches Two Single Barrel Bourbons
Wyoming Whiskey Barrel Strength Bourbon Whiskey Barrel #5540 and #5440 were specially selected from the warehouse in Kirby, WY.
Garrison Brothers Raises $75,000 For National Museum of the Pacific War
Garrison Brothers Distillery, the first legal bourbon distillery in Texas, recently hosted the 7th annual Red, White & Bourbon event.
Angel’s Envy Unveils 13th Annual Cask Strength Bourbon, Complete With A Tawny Twist
The Angel’s Envy 13th Annual Cask Strength Bourbon will be available from the beginning of December at a suggested retail price of $229.99.
New Releases: Milam & Greene, Chattanooga, Remus Bourbon, & More…
In new American whiskey and bourbon releases this week Chattanooga expands its Barrel Finishing Series, Remus Bourbon brings back a limited fan favorite, and Milam & Greene rounds off the Wildlife Collection.
These Buffalo Trace x Bettinardi Golf Putters Are The Perfect Gift For A Bourbon-Loving Golfer
The Buffalo Trace x Bettinardi Putters and Headcovers are available now at Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, KY and online.
Maker’s Mark Appoints New Master Distiller & Lead Blender
These appointments mark a new era for Maker’s Mark, reinforcing the brand’s dedication to preserving its legacy while innovating for the future.
New Releases: Templeton, Old Grand-Dad, & J. Mattingly 1845
In new American whiskey & bourbon releases this week, Templeton unveils a straight rye and Old Grand-Dad launches a limited 16 year old,
2BAR Spirits Launches Whiskey + Chocolate Gift Pack In Time For Christmas
Partnering with an award-winning chocolate maker, 2BAR has put together a boozy, sweet-toothed pack containing 2BAR bourbon and chocolate bitters.
MGP Ingredients To Cut Whiskey Production Amid Marketing Softening
In response to these market shifts, MGP Ingredients intends to lower its “net aging whiskey put away,” effectively scaling back the quantity of whiskey produced and stored for aging.
Boulder Spirits To Open A New Downtown Retail Space
Boulder Spirits, the Colorado-based producer of American single malts and bourbon whiskeys, has announced the opening of a new retail store in Boulder.
New Releases: Barrell Craft Spirits, Wyoming Whiskey, & Eric LeGrand
In new American whiskey and bourbon releases this week, Barrell Craft Spirits gets ready for New Year and Wyoming Whiskey pays tribute to a beloved grizzly bear.
A Luxurious Cruise & A Stunning Single Barrel Bourbon, Does It Get Better Than That?
Soon to be available fleetwide on Celebrity Cruises ships is a single barrel offering from Rabbit Hole Distillery.
New Releases: Blue Note, Wheel Horse Whiskey, Baker’s Bourbon, & More…
In new American whiskey and bourbon releases this week, Blue Note finishes in honey casks & Wheel Horse unveils the 2024 Cigar Blend Bourbon.
Good Bourbon For A Good Cause Raises $200k For Wildfire-Affected Texan Communities
The Good Bourbon for a Good Cause initiative presented the Amarillo Area Foundation with a $220,000 check to support recovery efforts following the Texas Panhandle wildfires.
Jim Beam Launches Warming Winter Reserve
Jim Beam Winter Reserve offers a seasonal flavor profile that is perfect for the cooler winter months.
High West & Olympian Shaun White Collaborate On Limited Merch Drop
Utah-based High West Distillery and San Diego-born Shaun White are dedicated to preserving the beauty and landscape of the western United States.
London Is Now Home To The Ultimate American Whiskey Destination
Odyssey Bar Lounge & Kitchen, founded by Michele Reina and Tony Vega, is home to over 600 varieties of American whiskey.
Bipartisan Efforts To Sustain American White Oak Advance On Capitol Hill
Currently, there are more than 104 million acres of American white oak forestland across the United States.
Booker’s Lauches 3rd Batch Of 2024, Celebrating Master Distillers
Booker’s Master Distiller’s Batch is comprised of bourbons with two different production dates and aged in four different warehouses.
Bardstown Bourbon Company Announces Final Collaborative Release Of 2024
Partnering with Blackberry Farm Brewery, the brand has unveiled a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey finished in Blackberry Farm Brewery Oxheart Stout Barrels.
Knob Creek 18 Year Old Is Back For A Limited Time
The Knob Creek 18 Year Old is available nationwide for a limited time with an SRP of $179.99. The expression was initially introduced to the range in 2022.
Experience The Ultimate Kentucky Bourbon Weekend With Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott Bonvoy Moments is giving bourbon lovers the chance to embark on the Ultimate Kentucky Bourbon Weekend.
Bardstown Bourbon Company Completes Largest Distillery Expansion To Date
The expansion of Bardstown Bourbon Company was undertaken with sustainability in mind, and saw significant investment in sustainable initiatives.
Penelope Bourbon Launches Estate Collection 2024
Comprising the Founders Reserve, Private Select, and Single Barrel, the Penelope Bourbon Estate Collection showcases the range of the whiskey-makers at the distillery.
Buffalo Trace Wants You To Be Master Distiller For A Day
The experience will involve shadowing Master Distiller, Harlen Wheatley, as he gives hands-on lessons about the history, craftsmanship, and production at Buffalo Trace.
Annual Bourbon Mixer Has Now Raised $750,000 For Charity
The Bourbon Brotherhood and Whisky Chicks hosted the eleventh annual Bourbon Mixer in Louisville on August 17th.
Basil Hayden 10 Year Is Back, And Here To Stay
After previously being available in limited quantities on an annual basis, Basil Hayden 10 Year Old is permanently joining the brand’s core range.
New Releases: Chicken Cock, Hard Truth, Ingram’s, & Hidden Barn
New releases this week include a Mizunara Oak Finish from Chicken Cock Whiskey and a Flagship Bourbon from Ingram’s River Aged.
Angel’s Envy Unveils First New Bourbon in a Decade
Angel’s Envy Triple Oak is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey finished in an exciting combination of oak casks: Hungarian, Chinkapin, and French Oak.
Bourbon Influencers Speak At “Between Two Barrels” At This Weekend’s Kentucky Bourbon Festival
“Between Two Barrels” will take place at Pursuit Spirits’ booth at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival today (September 13th) and tomorrow (14th).
These New Limited Edition Pappy Van Winkle Jackets Are The Perfect Bourbon Accessory
Only 200 limited-edition jackets have been produced. Each features an interior label that pays tribute to Pappy and is signed and numbered by Julian Van Winkle III.
Art of Bourbon Auction Returns Tonight With Some Incredibly Rare Bourbons On Offer
All proceeds from the Art of Bourbon Auction go towards supporting educational iniatives and exhibitions at the Speed Art Museum in Louisville.
Raj Bhakta Encourages You To “Get Your Hogsworth” With New & Innovative Whiskey Brand
Hogsworth constitutes Bhakta’s love for bourbon, Armagnac, daring disruption, and (of course) pigs. Hogsworth promises to deliver the fun.
New Releases: Wyoming Whiskey, Bardstown Bourbon Company, Dierk Bentley ROW 94
Wyoming Whiskey and Bardstown Bourbon Company unveil double releases, and Dierk Bentley launches his new whiskey brand.
Booker’s Bourbon Launches ‘The Reserves’, A New Annual Release
The 2024 expression of Booker’s Bourbon ‘The Reserves’, is the first of a new annual release from the brand, which pays tribute to Freddie Noe’s grandfather, Booker Noe.
Bourbon, Brunch and Bluegrass Event Coming To Kentucky This September
Bourbon, Brunch and Bluegrass will be free to attend thanks to the collaboration between NuLu, the Louisville Mayor’s Office, and Danny Wimmer Presents.
New Releases: Old Forester, Bardstown Bourbon Company, Blue Note, Chattanooga, & Milam & Greene
New releases in American whiskey and bourbon this week include a single barrel expression from Milam & Greene and Old Forester’s Birthday Bourbon.
Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame To See Five New Members This September
Established in 2011, The Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame recognizes those who have contributed to the culture and legacy of Kentucky Bourbon.
Michter’s To Re-Release Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon For 10th Anniversary
Michter’s celebrates the 10th anniversary of a very special expression in 2024. In celebration of this milestone, the brand is re-releasing its US*1 Toasted Barrel Finish Bourbon with a suggested RRP of $110.
New Releases: Middle West, 2XO, Castle & Key
New releases in the American whiskey and bourbon market include a Vino de Naranja finished whiskey from Middle West Spirits, and a French Oak expression from 2XO.
Four Roses Announces 2024 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon Release
Four Roses Distillery has announced the release of its 2024 annual limited edition: Four Roses 2024 Limited Edition Small Batch Bourbon.
Mile High Spirits Launches Strato Whiskey, A Bourbon Aged At The Edge of Space
Strato Whiskey is set to become the first publicly available whiskey aged at the edge of space.
New Releases: Westward Whiskey, Chattanooga, Westland, & Town Branch
New American whiskey and bourbon releases this week include a Bottled-In-Bond expression from Westward Whiskey and a new Experimental Batch bourbon from Chattanooga.
Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Releases Barrel Strength Bourbon Batch 8
Following on from the success of previous batches, Bulleit has bottled another uncut and unfiltered bourbon straight from the barrel.
Knob Creek Blends Bourbon & Rye For “The Best of Both Whiskey Worlds”
Crafted from a blend of Knob Creek 9 Year Old Bourbon and Knob Creek 7 Year Old Rye, the Bourbon x Rye Kentucky Blended Straight Whiskey “embodies the best of both whiskey worlds.”
Watch Hill Proper To Host Second Annual American Whiskey Festival On August 31st
On offer will be drams from some of the finest distilleries in the USA in Watch Hill Proper’s Whiskey Garden.
Trent DiGiuro Foundation Hosts Rare Bourbon Charity Raffle
Proceeds from the raffle will support The Trent DiGiuro Foundation, which funds educational scholarship initiatives to honor its namesake.
New Releases: Weller, Pinhook, Wild Turkey, & More
In recent new releases, Weller pays homage to the Millennium with an “ultra-aged” whiskey, and Wild Turkey expands the Master’s Keep Series.
Ohio Distillery Trail To Launch on May 22nd
Events and experiences at participating distilleries will include guided tours, workshops, tastings, and education surrounding distilling processes at the various plants.
Buffalo Trace Rebrands The Iconic London Phone Booth For A Bourbon Surprise
In rebranding the iconic British phone booth, Buffalo Trace Distillery London is asking the public one important question: “Will you answer the call to become untamed?”
Ultimate Bourbon Raffle To Raise Funds For Louisville’s West End School
$200,000 worth of rare and highly sought-after bourbons are set to be raffled to raise funds for the West End School in Louisville, Kentucky.
Wild Turkey Announces Warren Zeiders As 101 Bold Nights Headliner
The 101 Bold Nights series features artists who share Wild Turkey’s “commitment to community, creativity, and conviction.”
Woodford Reserve Partners With Give 270 To Raffle $15,000 Bourbon
The Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby 150: Baccarat Edition is the grand prize in the 20/20 Unicorn raffle.
Shelter Distilling To Open New Location In Montrose, Colorado
Following the establishment of the Mammoth Lakes location, Shelter Distilling experienced a rapid growth in the popularity of its spirits, warranting the expansion into a new state.
Mixologists Wanted For The Top of the Rocks Cocktail Competiton
A call has been made for bartenders, mixologists, and craft cocktail makers to compete in the Top of the Rocks Cocktail Competition this May 19th.
Garden & Gun Partners With Kentucky Distilleries To Offer A Week Of Bourbon Experiences
Starting today (April 23rd, 2024), a week-long tourism experience will be held in Kentucky named Distilled.
Angel’s Envy Breaks Boundaries With New ‘Worth The Envy’ Campaign
The multimedia campaign redefines envy as a beneficial emotion that “inspires bending the rules”.
World’s Largest American Whiskey Bar, Watch Hill Proper, Celebrates 2nd Anniversary
In just two years, the bar has become a go-to destination for American whiskey lovers.
J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery Celebrates National Pet Day With Festival & 2 New Releases
Who knows, you might come away from the festival with two new whiskeys and a new best friend.
New Releases: Orphan Barrel, Chicken Cock, Great Jones, Booker’s Bourbon, 2XO , Savage & Cooke
The bourbon and American whiskey industry has been busy in recent days, with a whole host of new releases hitting the shelves.
WhistlePig Helps Whiskey Lovers Pay Their Taxes In Mini ‘Whiskey Rebellion’
This Tax Day, April 15th 2024, craft whiskey brand, WhistlePig, is covering $1,500 of deduction taxes for 15 people as part of a mini Whiskey Rebellion.