Recent Whiskey News
Uncle Nearest Faces $100M Lawsuit
The Nearest Green Distillery, home to the celebrated Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, is caught in a legal storm that’s got the whiskey world buzzing. Based in Shelbyville, Tennessee, this fast-rising star in American whiskey is facing a massive $100 million lawsuit from its primary lender, Farm Cre
Whiskey Waste to Wonder: Buffalo Trace’s New Venture
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
Diageo CEO’s Exit: Scotch Industry Faces Tough Times
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
Kentucky Whiskey Dreams Hit Snag with $1.7M Lien
In the heart of bourbon country, a new player in Kentucky’s whiskey scene is facing a rough patch. Whiskey House of Kentucky, a high-tech distillery in Elizabethtown that opened its doors in July 2024, has been slapped with a $1.7 million lien by Buzick Construction Co. This financial hiccup, file
A Texas Bourbon Distillery Is Turning Whiskey into Wildlife Salvation
In the rolling hills of Hye, Texas, Garrison Brothers Distillery is doing more than crafting award-winning bourbon—they’re pouring their heart into saving the state’s natural treasures. On May 1, 2025, the distillery handed over a $50,000 check to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation (TPWF), a
CaskX Introduces American Single Malt Whiskey Investment Opportunity
CaskX, a global leader in whiskey investments, has announced the launch of a groundbreaking offering: American Single Malt Whiskey. This move represents a significant addition to its diverse portfolio, giving investors access to a newly recognized whiskey category that has quickly become a point o
Heaven Hill’s New $200M Distillery Marks a Turning Point for Bourbon
On a crisp April morning in 2025, the air in Bardstown, Kentucky, buzzed with anticipation. Heaven Hill, a name synonymous with Bourbon, filled the first barrel at its brand-new $200 million Heaven Hill Springs Distillery. This wasn’t just another day at the distillery—it was a milestone that echo
Why Bourbon’s Past Could Shape Its Future: The Story of Whiskey Row Bourbon
In the heart of Louisville, Kentucky, a new chapter in American whiskey is being written. Whiskey Row Bourbon, launched by Avalon Spirits, is more than just a new label on the shelf—it’s a tribute to the roots of bourbon and a bold step toward redefining what premium bourbon can be. With its Tripl
EU Spares American Bourbon from Trade War Tariffs After Intense Lobbying
In a surprising twist amid escalating global trade tensions, the European Union has decided to remove American bourbon and other U.S. whiskeys from its list of retaliatory tariffs. This decision comes as a relief to the drinks industry, which had been bracing for the fallout of a trade war sparked
EU Delays Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Whiskey: A Chance for Negotiation
The European Union (EU) has decided to postpone its planned 50% tariff on American whiskey and other goods, giving negotiators more time to strike a deal with the United States. The tariffs, initially scheduled to take effect on April 1, have been delayed until mid-April to align with broader coun
