Recent Distilling Articles
Why Some Distilleries Use Limestone Water and Why It Matters
Does Limestone Water Actually Make Better Bourbon? If you've spent any real time around bourbon — whether that's sipping it on a back porch, touring a distillery in Kentucky, or just rabbit-holing on it at 11pm on a Tuesday — you've probably heard the phrase "limestone water" thrown around like it
A 158-Year-Old Law Just Got Struck Down, Here's What It Means for Home Distillers
For more than a century and a half, Americans who wanted to make their own spirits at home were breaking the law — full stop. It didn't matter how careful they were, how much they wanted to pay taxes on what they made, or whether they were doing it just for themselves and a few friends. The federal
University of Kentucky Unveils James B. Beam Institute, the World's Largest Distilling Institute Located In The UK
The James B. Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits at the University of Kentucky has celebrated its official opening, marking a significant milestone in advancing research, workforce development, education, and outreach in the spirits industry. Since its establishment in 2019, the institute has play