Recent Whiskey News
Heaven Hill's Bold Return to Bardstown's Bourbon Roots
In the heart of Kentucky’s rolling hills, where the scent of aging whiskey barrels mingles with the crisp autumn air, Heaven Hill Distillery has made a triumphant homecoming. On September 4, 2025, the Shapira family, stewards of America’s largest privately held distillery, cut the ribbon on their n
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
