Recent Whiskey News
Diageo Shuts Down Stitzel-Weller Bottling Line in Kentucky, Affecting 33 Jobs Amid Supply Chain Restructuring

Diageo, the international leader in spirits, has announced a significant restructuring of its operations in Kentucky that will see the closure of the bottling facility at the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery in Shively, Louisville. The decision, effective in April, marks a new chapter for the co
Virginia Distillery Company Chooses Charter Brands As Export Partner

In an effort to increase its worldwide distribution, the independently held Virginia Distillery Company has chosen Charter Brands as its export partner. The "largest independently owned" American single malt whisky distillery in the United States is Virginia Distillery Co., which was established i
Suntory Has Been Stockpiling Whiskey Due To Possible Trump Tariffs

Suntory is trying to lock in its expenses in case they increase due to new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration by stockpiling alcohol. The corporation owns bourbon brands like Jim Beam, Maker's Mark, and Basil Hayden in addition to Japanese whiskey. "So we've been stockpiling the pro
Buzzard’s Roost Is Coming To Six New Markets

Fans of Buzzard’s Roost should be happy to hear that Buzzard’s Roost whiskey will now be available in six more states making it easier to get your hands on. Mad Vines in Alabama and Mississippi, Collier Barnett in California, Johnson Brothers in Iowa, Imperial Beverage in Michigan, and
Brown-Forman, Parent Company For Jack Daniel's Cuts Jobs Amid Industry Hardships

Brown-Forman, one of the largest spirits conglomerates, has announced that it will be reducing its global workforce by about 12% and closing its hometown barrel-making plant in Louisville. This announcement comes amid overall economic and global challenges the industry is facing due to consumer tr
Woodford Double Double Oaked Coming To Liquor Store Near You

Every winter people line up at the Woodford Reserve Distillery for the highly sought after Woodford Reserve Double Double Oaked Bourbon. Now for the first time ever Double Double Oaked is making its national debut at select retailers and specific domestic military exchange stores. Image c
Redwood Empire Acquired Savage & Cooke Distillery

Savage & Cooke Distillery located on Mare Island, California has been acquired by Redwood Empire, the popular craft whiskey producer. Derek Benham, the owner of Redwood Empire Whiskey, announced the acquisition on December 20th 2024. “Our goal has always been to produce exceptional
Do You Want To Own A Barrel Of Knob Creek, Now You Can

Jim Beam has launched the Beam Private Barrel Club which will give consumers access to whole casks of bourbon and rye. This is a significant shift in the company’s 229-year history. Up until now only businesses like restaurants had access to these barrels but now - consumers like you or I ca
Whisky Exchange Picks Whisky of the Year 2025, And It's American!

Whisky Exchange, one of the largest online spirits retailers in the United Kingdom has announced its yearly award of Whisky of the Year. Choosing just one whisky to celebrate is never easy, but we’re delighted to announce our Whisky of the Year for 2025 from an incredible shortlist of
Michter’s 20-Year Bourbon Returns for 2024

After a two-year hiatus, Michter’s Distillery is releasing its highly sought-after 20-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon. This limited-edition whiskey is set to make waves in the bourbon world, offering a rare and luxurious tasting experience that reflects decades of careful aging. Here’s everything y