Recent Whiskey News

The spirits industry is facing an unprecedented crisis. Five of the world's largest drinks companies are collectively sitting on approximately $22 billion worth of aged spirits they can't sell—the highest level of unsold inventory seen in ten years. Diageo, Pernod Ricard, Campari, Brown-Forman,

While major distilleries across America shut down production lines and file for bankruptcy, a small Kentucky operation is charting a different course. Buzzard's Roost, a whiskey brand born just six years ago in downtown Louisville, posted 21% revenue growth in 2025 and is now betting on another rec

In the world of bourbon, most barrels just sit quietly in those big old warehouses, soaking up time and turning raw spirit into something smooth and golden. But a handful of distillers aren't content with the usual routine. They're pushing boundaries with wild ideas that amp up the interaction betw

The bourbon world is facing some tough times, and it's not just a rough morning after a long night out. Kentucky's famous whiskey makers are dealing with a real mess from ongoing trade fights, especially with Canada, that's putting jobs and billions of dollars on the line. This isn't some far-off p

In the heart of America's bourbon country, something interesting is happening with those old wooden barrels that once held the golden spirit. Companies like Rocky Mountain Barrel Company are stepping up their game, expanding where they get these used barrels from and how they ship them out. This is

In the heart of bourbon country and beyond, the whiskey business is facing some tough times. Distilleries that once rode high on pandemic-era sales are now grappling with empty shelves and red ink. Take A.M. Scott Distillery in Troy, Ohio – a newer player founded just back in 2022. They kicked off

The world of Scotch whisky, that golden elixir many folks turn to after a long day, is hitting some rough patches lately. For decades, it seemed like the industry couldn't miss—booming sales, new distilleries popping up, and a steady flow into American glasses. But now, things have flipped. A mix o

In a world where economic pressures and shifting tastes are shaking up the spirits industry, Irish whiskey stands out as a beacon of steady progress. Drawing from the latest insights in the 2025 Irish Whiskey Global International Trade Report, this timeless spirit isn't just holding its ground—it's

As the calendar flips to a new year, the American whiskey scene is bracing for some rough weather. Colby Frey, co-founder of Frey Ranch Distillery and a hands-on whiskey farmer, has laid out his take on what's coming in 2026. Drawing from his experience growing grains and crafting spirits right on

In the heart of Kentucky, where rickhouses stretch across rolling hills like silent guardians of tradition, something's gone wrong with America's favorite spirit. Whiskey production has taken a nosedive this year, leaving distillers with more barrels than buyers and forcing a hard look at what's ki