Recent Whiskey News

Bourbon Women has just announced the finalists for their inaugural WOW (Women of Whiskey) Awards. The ceremony is set to take place on Friday, August 16, 2024, during the Bourbon Women SIPosium. This event is dedicated to celebrating women who have made significant contributions to the whiskey ind

For fans of Irish whiskey, the name Midleton Distillery carries significant weight. Located just outside of Cork, this distillery is the birthplace of many beloved brands, including Jameson, Redbreast, Midleton Very Rare, and the Spot Whiskeys. Recently, the Spot Whiskeys portfolio has expanded wi

Penelope Bourbon has announced the eagerly awaited second annual release of its Penelope Toasted Rye Whiskey. Following the remarkable success of last year's edition, which scored an astounding 99 points and won Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the 2024 release is set to

Old Forester, a well-respected name in the bourbon world, has just released the latest addition to its 117 Series: a bourbon finished in rum barrels. This innovative twist is designed to appeal to both bourbon and rum enthusiasts, offering a unique tasting experience that blends the best of both s

Chattanooga Whiskey has officially announced the release of their latest Bottled in Bond Vintage Series: the Spring 2020 Vintage. This much-anticipated seventh blend since the series began in 2021 promises to encapsulate the light, refreshing flavors associated with spring and summer. Distilled an

Rhode Island-based Sons of Liberty Spirits Co. has announced an exciting addition to its core lineup: a new Bourbon Whiskey. This Bourbon, bottled at 94 proof and finished with toasted oak staves, marks the first release in their Barrel Selection Series. This series is dedicated to enhancing the f

Kentucky’s Lux Row Distillers has introduced a new addition to its Rebel 100 line: the Rebel 100 Bourbon Oloroso Sherry Cask Finish. This special whiskey, aged for four years at Lux Row Distillers before being finished in oloroso Sherry casks from Jerez, offers unique flavors. The Sherry casks inf

The Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame has unveiled its 2024 class, recognizing a group of remarkable individuals who have made significant contributions to the bourbon industry. This year's inductees include a pioneering chemist, a dedicated visitor center manager, two innovative distillery founders,

Great Jones Distilling Co., New York City's first whiskey distillery since Prohibition, is paying tribute to legendary artist Jean-Michel Basquiat with the release of a new limited-edition whiskey. The distillery, located just a block away from Basquiat's former studio in Noho, has introduced a st

Folk rock legend Neil Young will not be performing at the Bourbon & Beyond festival due to illness, as announced by the festival on June 26 via X, formerly known as Twitter. The 78-year-old artist, famous for hits like "Cinnamon Girl" and "Rockin' in the Free World," was scheduled to headline