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A Tennessee whiskey company steeped in American history is fighting for survival as mounting debts and internal disputes threaten to shutter operations permanently. Uncle Nearest, the brand that honors the legacy of a formerly enslaved master distiller, now finds itself drowning in $164 million of

A prominent American whiskey producer is pulling back from a facility it bought just five years ago, offering a glimpse into how the once-booming spirits industry is adjusting to a cooler market reality. Barrell Craft Spirits recently sold its blending and bottling operation in Jeffersontown, K

For bourbon lovers who dream of stepping into the heart of Kentucky's whiskey-making legacy without leaving their hometown, something big is on the horizon. Buffalo Trace Distillery, that storied spot in Frankfort, Kentucky, is hitting the road for the first time ever with a traveling show that's a

For generations, places like Buffalo Trace Distillery have stood as quiet guardians of America's spirit-making past, where the slow art of crafting bourbon ties into stories of grit, innovation, and a touch of rebellion. Now, this iconic Kentucky landmark is adding a fresh chapter to its long-runni

WhistlePig Whiskey, a powerhouse in the world of premium rye, has just made a big move by naming Charles Gibb as its new Chief Executive Officer. This isn’t just a routine hire—it’s a signal that the Vermont-based distillery is gearing up for something big. With Gibb’s deep roots in the spirits in

Buffalo Trace Distillery, a renowned bourbon producer in Frankfort, Kentucky, has bounced back from a challenging period of flooding that forced a temporary closure. In early April 2025, heavy storms caused the Kentucky River to overflow, submerging parts of the distillery’s campus and nearby Wilk

WhistlePig has been in the news a lot lately. From a leadership transition to the new 10-Year-Old PiggyBank Rye and lastly a WhistlePig and Alice Cooper team up. Let's get into these one by one. WhistlePig Whiskey Announces Leadership Transition After ten amazing years of leadership

Maker’s Mark, the renowned Kentucky bourbon distillery, has announced a new addition to its leadership: Dr. Blake Layfield has been appointed as the brand’s new master distiller. This transition brings Layfield, a seasoned leader in the spirits industry, into one of the most influential roles in A

In a dramatic turn of events reminiscent of the notorious "Pappygate," the small town of Owensboro, Kentucky, is now grappling with a bourbon heist that has left the local community and the whiskey industry in suspense. On November 10th, 2023, Glenmore Distillery, owned by Sazerac, fell victim to

In a groundbreaking venture into the heart of downtown Los Angeles, Bulleit Frontier Whiskey unveiled the Bulleit Limitless Lounge, a revolutionary multisensory bar experience that defies conventional norms. This immersive space, born out of the Bulleit Pioneer Project, seamlessly blends art,