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A bourbon infused with Madagascar vanilla beat out five other up-and-coming beverages to win the 2026 Brand Battle Tournament at a major industry convention in Las Vegas. The competition, held at Caesars Forum during Access LIVE, marked its tenth anniversary with what organizers called one of the t

When the doors first opened for a high-end whiskey tasting event at a Connecticut casino ten years ago, organizers couldn't have predicted they'd still be going strong a decade later. Now, as the 10th Annual Sun Whiskey Union prepares to mark this milestone, the event has evolved into something mor

Kentucky's legendary bourbon tourism trail just got a whole lot bigger. The Kentucky Bourbon Trail has added ten new destinations for 2026, bringing the total number of stops to an unprecedented 68 locations spread across the state. For anyone planning a bourbon pilgrimage or looking to explore Ken

Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky is rolling out something completely new this February. The historic distillery announced the Charred & Chilled Festival , a month-long celebration that puts bourbon and winter in the spotlight together. The festival runs every Thursday throug

The small town of Carefree is getting ready to welcome back one of its newest traditions. After a successful debut last year, the Carefree Bourbon and Cigar Festival is coming back for round two, scheduled to take over downtown from March 20-22. What started as an idea to bring together people who

The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation has rolled out something fresh for bartenders across the country. Starting this month, teams of two or three bartenders can submit their vision for a completely original pop-up bar concept through a new competition called Proof of Concept , backed by Jack Danie

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

In the heart of Michigan's winter chill, there's a spot where guys can gather to savor some of the finest spirits around without all the hassle of chasing down bottles online or paying crazy markups. The 2026 Ypsilanti Bourbon Fest rolls into town on Saturday, January 17, marking its fifth year as

In the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, a spot called Bourbon N' Bubbles is turning heads among folks who appreciate a good pour. This venue, run by the Republic Hospitality Group, recently caught the eye of Whisky Advocate, landing a spot in their national roundup as a place every whiskey lo

Every December, something special happens on the rolling hills outside Frankfort, Kentucky. The same quiet grounds where master distillers have been laying down bourbon barrels for over two centuries suddenly light up like a Christmas card come to life. For the 27th straight year, Buffalo Trace Dis