Rye Whiskey News & New Releases
Keep up with the dynamic world of rye whiskey through our breaking news coverage. We track new releases, distillery expansions, and industry developments in America’s spiciest whiskey category.
Rye Whiskey News & New Releases
Pappy Van Winkle 2026 Collection Release Revealed
Want to know what’s inside Pappy Van Winkle’s coveted 2026 collection—and what each of the six bottles will cost you? Here’s the full lineup revealed.
WhistlePig The Boss Hog XIII: The Golden Pharaoh Rye Debuts
What happens when a 3,000-year-old Egyptian tiger nut cake recipe inspires a Rye whiskey? WhistlePig’s Boss Hog XIII: The Golden Pharaoh has the answer.
Pursuit Spirits Debuts ‘Found Footage’ Whiskey Collab
What happens when a maple-finished bourbon meets a Double Oak Rye ‘bait’? Pursuit Spirits and Shortbarrel unveil their wild new ‘Found Footage’ collaboration.
Silverthorn Reserve: Ex-Sagamore CEO’s New Whiskey Brand
What happens when a Sagamore Spirit CEO retires? He builds a custom port-misting rig and launches his dream whiskey brand. Meet Silverthorn Reserve.
Redwood Empire Debuts The Hyperion Four-Whiskey Blend
What happens when you blend four whiskey styles across 10 mash bills and 14 years of aging? Redwood Empire’s The Hyperion Batch 001 aims to redefine American whiskey.
Bulleit Launches Bulleit ’87, Its First-Ever Bourbon and Rye Blend
What happens when Bulleit blends its signature bourbon and rye in one bottle for the first time ever? Meet Bulleit ’87, arriving September 2026 at $29.99.
Bardstown Bourbon Company Launches Victoria Pineapple Barrel Finish Whiskey
Can a whiskey capture tropical pineapple without tasting artificial? Bardstown Bourbon Company’s new Kentucky-exclusive release aims to prove it can—here’s how.
Vermont Republic Rye Launches From Village Garage Distillery
What would whiskey lovers have sipped in an independent Vermont 250 years ago? Village Garage Distillery’s new barrel-strength malted rye aims to find out.
Michter’s 10 Year Rye Returns in June 2026 Release
Can a rye win over die-hard bourbon fans? Michter’s 10 Year Single Barrel Rye returns in June 2026—here’s what makes its Kentucky style different.
Buzzard’s Roost Eyes 2026 Growth After 2025 Surge
Can a double-oak whiskey brand keep growing as the category cools? Buzzard’s Roost says yes—here’s how it plans a record 2026.
American Whiskey Group Urges USTR to Strengthen USMCA
Why have U.S. whiskey exports to Canada plummeted 85% in 2025? The American Whiskey Association reveals discriminatory practices threatening the industry’s future.
Loch Lomond Group Acquires New York Distilling Company, Expanding Portfolio with American Whiskey
Loch Lomond Group has acquired Brooklyn’s New York Distilling Company, adding American whiskey to its portfolio of premium brands, including the historic Jaywalk Rye Whiskey.
WhistlePig Lists Iconic Maple Sugar Shack for $4.20 Million
WhistlePig Whiskey has officially listed its famed Maple Sugar Shack on Zillow, offering whiskey enthusiasts a chance to own a slice of Vermont distilling heritage
Jackson McCrea Founders To Share Entrepreneurial Secrets In Free Masterclass
A pair of entrepreneurial women who successfully launched their own whiskey brand, Jackson McCrea Whiskey, are now offering to share their business secrets with aspiring spirits founders through a free masterclass.
Michter’s Barrel Strength Rye Makes Return to Market This March
Michter’s, the acclaimed Kentucky distillery, is set to release its US*1 Barrel Strength Rye whiskey to bars, restaurants, and retail outlets beginning this March.
TINCUP Whiskey Announces Trio of New Releases for 2025
TINCUP Whiskey is expanding its portfolio with three new offerings for 2025, including two hero products at more accessible price points and a limited-edition release exclusive to Colorado.
Kentucky Peerless To Launch Toasted Rye This March
Kentucky Peerless has answered calls from loyal fans and has announced the addition of Kentucky Peerless Toasted Rye to its ranks.
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.
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.
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.
WhistlePig Plans Festive Pop-Up In NYC With PiggyBank Rye Gold Edition
The WhistlePig Gold ‘n’ Grocer Pop-Up will be home to many of the brand’s award-winning expressions and extras including the PiggyBank Gold Edition.
The Obscure Distillery Launches Rye Matured In “Functionally Extinct” Wood
In an exclusive partnership with The American Chestnut Foundation, The Obscure Distillery – makers of “unusual and experimental spirits” – has announced the release of Rites of Fall, an American chestnut-matured rye whiskey.
We Tried The New Boxergrail 8 Year Old Rye From Rabbit Hole Distillery
Building on the success of the previous 6 Year Old Boxergrail expression, the new rye whiskey offers a rich, bold, and smooth drinking experience.
Beyoncé & JAY-Z Celebrate The Launch of SirDavis Whisky In Paris
Beyoncé and husband, Jay-Z, have been spotted in Paris celebrating the launch of SirDavis Whisky.
Could Beyoncé’s SirDavis Whisky Contain Rye From WhistlePig?
The official press release for SirDavis Whisky states that the spirit was finished, blended, and bottled in Texas.
The Complete Rundown On Beyoncé’s New SirDavis Whisky
Let’s go through everything we know about Beyoncé’s SirDavis Whisky including the production, packaging, name, tasting notes, and availability.
Beyoncé Set To Launch SIRDAVIS Rye Whiskey
The label for Beyoncé’s SIRDAVIS Rye Whiskey was approved on 30th January 2024. The SIRDAVIS trademark is owned by Moët Hennessy SAS.