On July 24, 2025, the Fillmore New Orleans hosted the 19th annual Spirited Awards, a highlight of the Tales of the Cocktail conference. Organized by the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF), this event celebrated the finest bartenders, bars, and industry professionals shaping the global cockt

Kentucky has long been the heart of bourbon country, and 15 STARS is keeping that legacy alive with their new First West line, a trio of bourbons that pay tribute to the state’s rich history while pushing the boundaries of flavor. Launched on July 22, 2025, this line extension introduces three uni

In the heart of Kentucky, where bourbon flows like a river, Buffalo Trace Distillery is making waves with a groundbreaking approach to an age-old problem: what to do with the leftover waste from whiskey production. Known for crafting some of America’s most beloved whiskeys—think Eagle Rare, Pappy

The world’s largest Scotch whisky producer, Diageo, is navigating rough waters as its CEO, Debra Crew, steps down after a challenging two-year tenure. The London-based company, known for iconic brands like Johnnie Walker, Guinness, and Baileys, announced Crew’s immediate departure by mutual agreem

Old Forester, a name synonymous with quality bourbon since 1870, has brought back a beloved gem for whisky enthusiasts: The 117 Series: 1910 Extra Extra Old. This limited-edition release, which first captivated fans in Spring 2021, is making waves again with its rich, robust flavor profile and a s

Wyoming Whiskey, the first legal distillery in the state, has rolled out something special with its National Parks: Acadia Edition. This bourbon marks a bold step for the distillery, as it’s the first time their celebrated National Parks Series has ventured beyond Wyoming’s borders. Released on Ju

Jefferson’s Bourbon has built a reputation for pushing boundaries, whether it’s aging barrels on ocean voyages or experimenting with the intense climate of Singapore. But in 2025, the brand is turning heads with the return of one of its most celebrated creations: the Marian McLain, a complex blend

Knob Creek has brought back its much-loved Bourbon x Rye Kentucky Blended Straight Whiskey, and it’s turning heads among whiskey lovers. This unique blend combines the distillery’s 9-year-old bourbon with its 7-year-old rye, bottled at a robust 113 proof. It’s a marriage of two classic whiskeys th

Frey Ranch Distillery, nestled in the heart of Fallon, Nevada, has just dropped a game-changer for bourbon enthusiasts with its latest release: the Five Grain Single Barrel Bourbon. This isn’t just another bottle on the shelf—it’s a bold testament to the distillery’s deep-rooted farming heritage a

Garrison Brothers Distillery, tucked away in the rolling hills of Hye, Texas, has just dropped its 2025 Guadalupe bourbon, and it’s a release that’s turning heads. This isn’t just another bottle of whiskey—it’s a limited-edition gem that packs a punch with its bold flavors and a mission to protect