Hard Truth Distilling Co. will hold its third annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 26, at its Brown County campus in Nashville, Indiana. The event will feature the release of the distillery’s Master Distiller’s Reserve Dark Roast Rye alongside live music, local vendors, and seasonal activities.
“Harvest Festival is a great event for the whole crew – the distillery campus will be totally decked out for fall, and we’ve got a little something to keep everyone entertained,” said Hard Truth Operations Development Director Chris Curtin.
The festival runs from 3pm to 9pm and celebrates the fall season the region is known for. All ticketed guests will receive a pumpkin for decorating. Terrace games such as pumpkin bowling and inflatable ax throwing are planned for guests of all ages.
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Musicians Sydney Adams and Michelle Robinson will perform on the Hard Truth on the Rocks main stage. The Amazing Dennis Experience will present two magic shows on the terraces at 4pm and 5pm.
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A general Meet the Makers session with Hard Truth Master Distiller Bryan Smith will celebrate the release of Dark Roast Rye.
The whiskey is the final Master Distiller’s Reserve expression for 2026. It combines two of Hard Truth’s limited-release rye mash bills, Caramel Malt and Chocolate Malt.
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READ THE STORYDark Roast Rye will first be available for purchase on the Hard Truth campus at the festival. Broader distribution will follow in the weeks after.
A VIP ticket will offer guests access to a VIP tent with a cigar lounge and bar, two included drinks, whiskey samples, and an exclusive Meet the Makers event with Smith. The VIP experience will also feature offerings from Desnuda Tequila.
General admission for adults aged 19 and over costs $20 (£15), with an early-bird rate of $15 (£11) through September 11. Admission for those aged 18 and younger is free. VIP admission for those aged 21 and over costs $60 (£45), with an early-bird rate of $50 (£37).
“With Harvest Festival entering its third year, we’ve had the opportunity to hone the experience and build an even more fun and engaging event for our guests than ever. We can’t wait to see everyone here,” Curtin concluded.
Tickets are available via the Hard Truth Distilling website.
