Recent Whiskey News
Bourbon Industry Gets Its Most Advanced Warehouse
The bourbon boom shows no signs of slowing down, and one Kentucky distillery just raised the bar on how America's native spirit ages to perfection. Whiskey House of Kentucky wrapped up construction on what they're calling the most sophisticated barrel storage facility the industry has ever seen—and
Bourbon Meets Chocolate in New Winter Treat
For the third consecutive year, two American craft specialists are teaming up to deliver something that bridges the gap between fine spirits and artisan confections. Woodford Reserve, the Kentucky bourbon producer known for its Double Oaked expression , has joined forces once again with Los Angele
Spirits Industry Gears Up for Landmark Awards
The cocktail world's most prestigious recognition program has officially opened its doors for the 2026 season, marking two full decades of honoring the people and places that have shaped how Americans—and the rest of the world—enjoy their drinks. Tales of the Cocktail Foundation announced tha
New Hampshire Distillery Takes Home Double Gold
A small craft distillery tucked away in the White Mountains has just proven it can compete with the biggest names in spirits from around the globe. Cathedral Ledge Distillery in North Conway, New Hampshire, walked away from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition with an armful of medals, inc
Pour One for Conservation: Bourbon Meets Wild Turkey Protection
The worlds of bourbon and conservation have found common ground in an unexpected way. A distillery and a wildlife organization have joined forces, creating what may be the first bourbon specifically branded to support wild turkey conservation efforts. Turkeys For Tomorrow has partnered with
The Spirit of '76: Auctioning Old Forester's Bold Legacy
As America gears up to celebrate its 250th birthday, there's a new way for folks who appreciate a good pour of whiskey to join in the festivities. The Kentucky Bourbon Country Auction & Celebration, or KBCA for short, just rolled out details on one of its standout auction items—a special Old Fo
Ford's Whiskey Ban Ignites Union Firestorm
In the heart of Canada's booze industry, a bitter feud is brewing that's got workers, politicians, and whiskey fans all stirred up. Ontario Premier Doug Ford's decision to pull Crown Royal off the shelves of the province's liquor stores has sparked a fierce backlash from unions, who say it's puttin
Bourbon's Daring Barrel Twists
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
Can Investors Rescue Uncle Nearest From Financial Ruin?
In the world of American whiskey, where tradition meets big business, one brand's story has taken a sharp turn into courtroom drama and financial uncertainty. Uncle Nearest, the Tennessee whiskey and bourbon maker that's built a reputation on honoring the legacy of the first known African American
Can You Handle Texas's Fiercest 146-Proof Bourbon?
In the heart of Texas, where the sun beats down without mercy, Garrison Brothers Distillery has been turning out straight bourbon whiskey since 2006. That year marked a big moment—it was the first legal whiskey operation in the state since the days of Prohibition ended. The folks there stick to wha