Recent Whiskey News

Talking Cedar, the first-ever tribal-owned distillery in the United States, is making headlines with the expansion of its whiskey program, aiming to become a leader in American whiskey production. Located on the Chehalis Tribal lands in Washington, Talking Cedar has quickly become a notable name i

Jackson Purchase Distillery, one of Kentucky’s rapidly growing distilleries, is expanding its reach by establishing a new corporate office in Louisville, bringing its presence to the heart of the state’s famed Bourbon District. This move is part of the distillery’s broader efforts to continue its

Mackmyra Distillery, a key player in the Swedish whisky industry, has found new life after facing bankruptcy earlier in 2024. The renowned Swedish distillery, which first filed for bankruptcy in August, has now been acquired by Lennart Hero and No. 1 Capital AB. This acquisition marks a significan

Bardstown Bourbon Company, based in Bardstown, Kentucky, known as the "Bourbon Capital of the World," has recently completed its largest distillery expansion to date. The project, valued at $28 million, significantly increases the distillery’s production capacity and incorporates a number of susta

Edrington, the renowned spirits company behind iconic brands like The Macallan and Highland Park, has officially announced the sale of its popular blended whisky brand, The Famous Grouse, along with Naked Malt Scotch Whisky. The sale is part of a strategic move to focus on the company’s growing po

In an innovative partnership, Glen Scotia distillery and The Maclean Foundation (TMF) have launched a special whisky release with a remarkable mission: to provide clean water for communities in Madagascar. The limited-edition whisky, inspired by Lewis Carroll’s timeless novel Alice in Wonderland,

Lancaster Spirits Company has embarked on an exciting new venture by opening a state-of-the-art whisky distillery, dubbed the Whisky Room, at Lancaster Leisure Park in Northwest England. This new development aims to produce the company’s first single malt whisky, marking a significant milestone in

French drinks giant Pernod Ricard is making significant strides in the American whiskey market with the establishment of North American Distillers (NADL), a new global brand company dedicated to its American whiskey portfolio. This move represents the next phase in Pernod Ricard's commitment to th

Casey Alexander, a British national, has pled guilty to wire fraud for orchestrating a wine and whiskey investment scam that primarily targeted elderly Americans. Alexander used cold calling techniques to deceive his victims, promising substantial returns on investments in fine wines and whiskeys.

In the ever-evolving world of bourbon, a refreshing new trend is emerging. Today's leading drinks companies are not only focused on creating high-quality spirits but also on addressing pressing social and environmental issues. At the forefront of this movement is New Dawn Distilling, a New Orleans