Recent Whiskey News

Picture this: a chilly winter night in the heart of New York City, where a select group of bourbon lovers gathered to say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new one with style. Jefferson's Bourbon turned The W Hotel in Union Square into their own private spot for a low-key holiday party that p

For guys who know their way around a good pour, there's some solid news coming out of Utah. High West Distillery, that rugged outfit rooted in the American West, just cranked up its game by opening up online shipping to 35 states. This hits right as the holidays roll in, making it easier than ever

In the world of spirits, some names just keep coming back stronger, and Virginia's latest sales numbers prove it. For the eighth year running, Tito's Handmade Vodka has claimed the top spot in sales at Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority stores during fiscal year 2025. Shoppers across the

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 Illinois farmland, a family-run operation is proving that the best whiskey starts right in the dirt. Whiskey Acres Distilling Company, nestled on a longstanding farm in DeKalb, just snagged the Best-in-State award for Illinois at the Heartland Whiskey Competition—for the second time

In the world of whiskey, plenty of bottles get labeled as "cigar blends." Most of them take a straightforward path: finish the spirit in some exotic barrel to pick up flavors that play nice with smoke. But one Texas distillery decided to break from the pack and try something far less common. Still

In the world of American whiskey, where tradition meets bold innovation, one release has just claimed the crown for 2025. Bourbon Podcast, a go-to source for guys who appreciate a good pour after a long day, has named Jack Daniel's 14 Year Tennessee Whiskey as its Whiskey of the Year. This isn't ju

Football season has a way of pulling at your heartstrings, especially when your team's dreams crash and burn before the playoffs even heat up. But what if that bitter defeat could flip into something liberating? That's the fresh angle Jim Beam is pushing with its new "Refresh Your Season" campaign

In the rugged heart of Washington's Methow Valley, a small distillery is making big waves in the spirits world. Last Chance Distilling, a newcomer that swung open its doors back in May 2024, just snagged the top prize in a tough competition that's all about showcasing the best booze from the Pacifi

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