Recent Whiskey News

When people think of great American whiskey, their minds often drift to the rolling hills of Kentucky or the storied distilleries of Tennessee. But in 2025, a new champion has emerged from an unexpected corner of the country: Colorado. Loveland-based Root Shoot Spirits has redefined what American

In the rolling hills of Quincy, Washington, a small family farm grows rye that’s destined for something extraordinary. That rye, nurtured by the Omlin Family Farm, travels across the state to Woodinville, where it’s transformed into a whiskey that’s now earning high praise. The Woodinville Whiskey

In the heart of Kentucky, where rolling hills meet the winding Kentucky River, a small distillery has been quietly crafting a whiskey that’s taken the world by storm. W.L. Weller Antique 107 Bourbon, produced by the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery, was crowned the World’s Best Whiskey at the 20

The global cocktail scene is buzzing with excitement as the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) unveils the Regional Top 10 Honorees for the 19th annual Spirited Awards. Since kicking off in 2007, this prestigious event has grown into one of the most respected celebrations in the drinks indus

The cocktail world is buzzing with excitement as the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) recently unveiled the Regional Top 10 Honorees for the 19th annual Spirited Awards, a globally recognized celebration of the best in the drinks industry. Since kicking off in 2007, the Spirited Awards hav

Heaven Hill Distillery, a family-owned, Kentucky-based whiskey powerhouse, has solidified its reputation as one of the finest distilleries in the world by sweeping multiple prestigious accolades at the Whisky Magazine 2025 Icons of Whisky Awards. The star of the show was the Old Fitzgerald Very Ve

The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) has just unveiled the winner of its 2025 “Best of Show Whiskey” award at the annual convention held in Denver, Colorado. This year, bourbon enthusiasts and industry insiders alike are buzzing about the top prize winner: the Centennial 18-Year-Ol

Michter’s, a highly esteemed American whiskey brand based in Louisville, Kentucky, has once again earned the title of “The World’s Most Admired Whiskey” in the annual rankings published by Drinks International. This prestigious recognition is awarded to top whiskey brands worldwide and reflects Mi

When people think of American whiskey, the first thing that comes to mind is often bourbon, and for good reason. Kentucky, known as the heart of bourbon country, consistently produces some of the finest spirits in the world. However, the world of American whiskey has so much more to offer beyond b

Yep that is right, Kentucky Peerless High Rye Bourbon won the best bourbon of the year! Image credit: Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. has long been a respected name in the world of whiskey, with roots that trace back to 1889. Founded by Henry Kraver