Festivities kick off on National Bourbon Day The fourth annual National Bourbon Week™ returns to Bardstown, Kentucky, the Bourbon Capital of the World®, June 14-20, 2027. The week brings bourbon lovers from across the country together for rare pours, exclusive experiences and Southern hospitality. More information is available at nationalbourbonweek.com. What to Expect Presented by
Lofted Spirits has promoted Nick Smith to Master Distiller, putting him in charge of production at Bardstown Bourbon Company, Green River Whiskey and Lofted Custom Spirits. Bourbon Hall-of-Famer Steve Nally becomes Master Distiller Emeritus. The announcement comes as Bardstown Bourbon Co. fills its one millionth barrel since distillation began in September 2016. Who Is Nick
Proof & Precedent, a new whiskey brand, has released an 11-year-old straight rye whiskey from Illinois. The bottling is a small batch blend of Illinois ryes at 121.6 proof (60.8% ABV). Bourbon Lens host Jake Lewellen reviewed it on the latest episode of Five Minute Fridays. The brand’s first release was blended with Brian Haara
