Recent Whiskey News
Spirits Giants Drowning in $22 Billion Unsold Stockpile
The spirits industry is facing an unprecedented crisis. Five of the world's largest drinks companies are collectively sitting on approximately $22 billion worth of aged spirits they can't sell—the highest level of unsold inventory seen in ten years. Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Campari, Brown-Forman,
Maker's Mark Cask Strength Gets Premium Upgrade
Maker's Mark is kicking off 2026 with a fresh look for one of its most authentic bourbon expressions. The Kentucky distillery announced this week that Maker's Mark Cask Strength is getting redesigned packaging that includes a new premium glass bottle and an age statement on the label. Image
Whiskey Community Rallies Behind Families Fighting Heart Disease
World Whiskey Society has announced something unprecedented in its history: the organization's first-ever barrel pick made available directly to the public. But this release represents far more than just another bourbon hitting the market. The announcement centers on a collaboration with Hearts
Trump Tariff Threat Looms Over Scotland's Whisky Industry
Scotland's whisky sector faces mounting economic pressure as Donald Trump threatens additional tariffs on UK goods, sparking urgent calls for diplomatic intervention to protect an industry worth millions to the Scottish economy. The situation has escalated beyond existing trade tensions, with t
Penelope Bourbon Teams Up With Serena & Lily
When you think about bourbon partnerships, your mind probably jumps to celebrity endorsements or collaborations between distilleries. But the latest release from Penelope Bourbon is breaking that mold entirely, teaming up with an unexpected partner that has nothing to do with the spirits industry.
Von Payne Black Bourbon Expands Into South Carolina
South Carolina's craft spirits scene is about to get a distinctive new addition. Von Payne Spirits has locked in a distribution deal with Aleph Wines, paving the way for its flagship bourbon to hit shelves, bars, and restaurants throughout the Palmetto State. The move marks another step in the
A Whisky Made For One Restaurant Changes The Game
Something unusual just happened in Bangalore that's never been done before. A luxury hotel and one of India's most respected whisky makers joined forces to create a single malt designed exclusively for a single restaurant. Not for wider distribution. Not for retail shelves. Just for the guests of o
Blue-Collar Brand Takes Bourbon National After Fan Demand
When two guys from the oil fields decided to create a whiskey, they didn't hire consultants or focus groups. They just asked their fans what they wanted. Turns out, a whole lot of working Americans wanted a drink that understood them. Five Nine Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey started small in
Terry Bradshaw Brings Bourbon Legacy to Vegas Strip
The numbers tell an unconventional story. Most distillers won't proudly advertise a 51.9% figure on their bourbon bottle, but Terry Bradshaw isn't most distillers. The four-time Super Bowl champion has turned what some might call an unremarkable career statistic into the foundation of his whiskey e
Old Forester's 156-Year Journey Gets Documentary Treatment
The story of America's oldest continuously operating bourbon brand is now streaming for whiskey enthusiasts everywhere. A new documentary chronicling Old Forester's remarkable 156-year history has been released, offering viewers an inside look at the Louisville, Kentucky distillery that managed to