Recent Whiskey News

The World Whiskey Society (WWS), a leader in crafting and curating some of the world’s most unique and remarkable whiskeys, has announced the launch of an innovative membership program. This new initiative, the World Whiskey Society Membership, is tailored to bring whiskey lovers closer to the cra

Yellowstone Bourbon has proudly announced a major milestone in its partnership with the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA). The company has donated a total of $1 million to NPCA since 2018, making it one of the organization’s largest corporate supporters. This achievement underscores Y

Big Easy Whiskey has officially launched in its hometown of New Orleans, just in time for the city’s lively celebrations and The Big Game. True to its name, Big Easy Whiskey embraces the laid-back yet vibrant spirit of New Orleans. This 5-year aged whiskey is infused with a proprietary blend of bo

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

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 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

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, 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

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

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