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.

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.
WhistlePig Invites You To Sip Slow Whilst Valtteri Bottas Drives Fast With New F1 Rye
The rye was “finnished” (if you’ll pardon the pun) in OΛTH Gin barrels, the gin brand owned by the Finnish driver, Valtteri Bottas.
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.
Jack Daniel’s Honors Veterans With Limited Edition Heroes Selection Rye
The Jack Daniel’s Heroes Selection will be available to purchase exclusively via military duty-free stores.
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.
Jack Daniel’s Unveils Twice Barreled Rye As Part Of The Distillery Series
The Jack Daniel’s Distillery Series Selection #13 is a Tennessee straight rye whiskey that underwent double maturation in virgin, charred American oak barrels.
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.”
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.
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.
WhistlePig Teams Up With The Super Troopers To Save Barrel-Aged Maple Syrup
WhistlePig Whiskey has developed a plan to tackle the global maple shortage along with the legendary Super Troopers.
Jack Daniel’s Partners With UK Bars To Create Unique Bonded Rye Cocktails
These bars are exclusively serving their bespoke Jack Daniel’s Bonded Rye Whiskey cocktails from March 7th for a limited period of three weeks.
New Release Register: Evan Williams, Casey Jones, Dough Ball, & High West
This week’s new releases include a birthday-cake flavoured whiskey from Dough Ball, and a celestial-inspired rye from Casey Jones.
Latest Bhakta Spirits Offering A Rye Whiskey, Calvados, Armagnac Blend
Bhakta Spirits has announced the national debut of its new flagship spirit, Bhakta 1928, a blend of straight rye whiskey, XO Calvados, and ultra-aged Armagnac.
Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery Introduces A New Rye Whiskey
Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery co-founder Andy Nelson recently introduced the third “premium” Nelson Brothers product, Nelson Brothers Rye Whiskey, to the distillery’s product line.
B.R. Distilling Introduces Its New Blue Note Rye Whiskey
B.R. Distilling Company, the oldest licensed distillery in Memphis, recently announced the release of Blue Note Rye (MSRP 34.99) to its whiskey lineup.
Whiskey Review: Parker’s Heritage Collection 17th Edition 10-Year Cask Strength Kentucky Straight Rye
We review Parker’s Heritage Collection 17th Edition 10-Year Cask Strength Kentucky Straight Rye, aged for a decade in American oak and from a mash bill of 51% rye, 35% corn and 14% malted barley.
Bendt Unveils Bottled in Bond Unbendt Straight Rye Whiskey
Lewisville, Texas-based Bendt Distilling Co. has released the latest extension in the Unbendt Straight whiskey lineup, Unbendt Straight Rye Whiskey – Bottled in Bond, the fourth release in the Unbendt straight whiskey line.
Basil Hayden Gets Deeper Into Rye Whiskey With New Malted Rye Variant
Basil Hayden recently expanded its whiskey portfolio with the launch of a new permanent expression, Basil Hayden Malted Rye.