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The roar of engines and the smell of dirt have defined American flat track racing for decades. Now, there is a new element mixing into that atmosphere — craft spirits from the hills of East Tennessee. Progressive American Flat Track, the premier dirt track motorcycle racing series in North Amer

Japan doesn't mess around when it comes to whiskey. The country has built a reputation for producing some of the finest spirits in the world, and its consumers have developed what many consider the most discerning palates on the planet. They're looking for balance, complexity, and that hard-to-defi

The Lexington Brewing & Distilling Company has kicked off 2025 with something worth paying attention to. The operation, which holds the unique distinction of being the only brewery and distillery combination on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail, just released its Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Toasted Stout

The cocktail world's most prestigious recognition program has officially opened its doors for the 2026 season, marking two full decades of honoring the people and places that have shaped how Americans—and the rest of the world—enjoy their drinks. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation announced tha

A small craft distillery tucked away in the White Mountains has just proven it can compete with the biggest names in spirits from around the globe. Cathedral Ledge Distillery in North Conway, New Hampshire, walked away from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition with an armful of medals, inc

In the world of spirits, some names just keep coming back stronger, and Virginia's latest sales numbers prove it. For the eighth year running, Tito's Handmade Vodka has claimed the top spot in sales at Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority stores during fiscal year 2025. Shoppers across the

For beer enthusiasts who appreciate a good barrel-aged brew, there's something special brewing in Ohio this weekend. Warped Wing Brewing Company is rolling out its much-anticipated 2025 Whiskey Rebellion Imperial Stout, complete with a lineup of flavored twists that promise to shake up the winter s

If you’ve been counting down the days like the rest of us, tomorrow — Black Friday, November 28, 2025 — is finally here. Goose Island’s 2025 Bourbon County Brand Stout lineup hits shelves, taprooms, and online drops starting as early as some stores open (or midnight online in many cases). This is

On July 24, 2025, the Fillmore New Orleans hosted the 19th annual Spirited Awards, a highlight of the Tales of the Cocktail conference. Organized by the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF), this event celebrated the finest bartenders, bars, and industry professionals shaping the global cockt

Every fall, beer enthusiasts across America eagerly await the release of Goose Island Beer Co.’s Bourbon County Brand Stout lineup, a tradition that has defined craft beer since 1992. This Chicago-based brewery, credited with creating the world’s first bourbon barrel-aged stout, continues to set t