Recent Whiskey News
Winchester Takes Aim at Bourbon Market With New Whiskey
The Winchester name has been around since 1866, stamped on everything from rifles to ammunition. Now the iconic American brand is moving into new territory: bourbon whiskey. Winchester officially launched its Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey at the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, marking the comp
Old Forester Brings Back 1924 Expression With Prohibition Story
The bourbon world doesn't slow down after the fall release frenzy ends. While collectors spend autumn chasing allocated bottles like Pappy Van Winkle and the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, January brings its own share of anticipated releases. Old Forester just kicked off the new year by bringing
Kentucky Owl Bourbon Faces Shutdown as Bankruptcy Drags On
The premium bourbon world is watching one of its most respected names teeter on the edge of extinction. Kentucky Owl, a brand that once commanded serious money from whiskey enthusiasts, is headed toward liquidation after more than a year of unsuccessful attempts to save it. The situation has become
Michigan Distillery Marks Decade of Homegrown Whiskey
A northern Michigan distillery is gearing up to celebrate a major milestone. Iron Fish Distillery in Thompsonville will mark its 10th anniversary on Labor Day 2026, a decade after opening its doors in 2016. What started as an ambitious project on 120 acres of farmland has grown into a destination
Premium Whiskey Festival Scene Gets Major Shakeup
The landscape of high-end whiskey festivals across America is getting a significant overhaul. Dan Abrams, who started The Daily Pour media company, just announced that his flagship whiskey event is doubling down on its national presence by absorbing another major player in the space. Starting i
Eddie Russell Unveils Rare Tyrone Barrel Picks
The bourbon world just got more interesting. Master Distiller Eddie Russell has personally selected two exceptional private barrel bourbons that showcase what happens when premium whiskey meets patient aging at the Tyrone campus. These aren't your everyday shelf bottles—they're online-exclusive rel
Utah Distillery Releases 20-Year Bourbon Blend
High West Distillery out of Park City, Utah is putting something new on shelves that's been getting attention from bourbon drinkers across the country. The distillery just announced Cask Strength, a limited-edition bourbon that blends five different straight bourbons together, some of which have be
Woodford Reserve's Rare Double Double Oaked Returns
The bourbon world is buzzing with anticipation as one of the year's most sought-after releases hits shelves. On January 14, 2026, Woodford Reserve will make its Double Double Oaked bourbon available to enthusiasts across the country, marking a significant shift in distribution strategy for this exc
Rebel Root Beer Whiskey Makes Its Comeback
The shelves are getting a little more interesting this month. Rebel Bourbon just brought back one of its most talked-about products, and bourbon enthusiasts who remember the original release are already making their way to stores. Rebel Root Beer Whiskey has returned to the national market afte
Eli Manning Teams Up With Knob Creek Again
The football season is reaching its most exciting stretch, and Knob Creek has just released something special for those who appreciate a serious bourbon. The distillery has partnered once more with former NFL quarterback Eli Manning to launch their second limited-edition barrel release: Knob Creek
