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Blue-Collar Brand Takes Bourbon National After Fan Demand
When two guys from the oil fields decided to create a whiskey, they didn't hire consultants or focus groups. They just asked their fans what they wanted. Turns out, a whole lot of working Americans wanted a drink that understood them. Five Nine Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey started small in
Old Forester's 156-Year Journey Gets Documentary Treatment
The story of America's oldest continuously operating bourbon brand is now streaming for whiskey enthusiasts everywhere. A new documentary chronicling Old Forester's remarkable 156-year history has been released, offering viewers an inside look at the Louisville, Kentucky distillery that managed to
Kentucky Distillery Finds New Partner Without Losing Its Soul
The craft spirits world just got a little more interesting. Casey Jones Distillery, a small-batch operation out of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, has joined forces with B3 Beverage Company in a move that could reshape how independent distilleries grow without selling out their heritage. For anyone who
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
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
Meat Church Bets Big on Pursuit Whiskey
In the world of backyard grilling and smooth sips by the fire, two powerhouse names have just teamed up in a way that's got folks talking. Meat Church BBQ, the go-to brand for pitmasters everywhere, has picked up a minority stake in Pursuit Spirits, the up-and-coming American whiskey outfit started
High West's Big Move: Whiskey Shipping Goes Nationwide
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