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Old Forester Marks Repeal Day with New 117 Series: Prohibition Era Still Proof

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The New Release from Old Forester Celebrates Historic Distillation Practices. Old Forester recently announced the latest addition to its 117 Series: Prohibition Era Still Proof, a limited-edition bourbon crafted to honor the brand’s unique role during Prohibition. The expression launched on December 5, aligning with Repeal Day and commemorating the end of Prohibition in 1933. A […]

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Colorado’s Onyx & Amber Launches Limited Bourbon Crafted by Ryan Negley

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Colorado’s Onyx & Amber Launches Limited Bourbon Crafted by Ryan Negley Read Post »

Denver-based Onyx & Amber announced the release of its first batched whiskey, marking a shift from its previous focus on single-barrel offerings. The new Small Batch Bourbon will debut on December 12, 2025, with only 816 bottles available . The release will be sold first at the distillery, with retail placements and online ordering to follow.

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Maker’s Mark Named First Official Spirits Partner of Unrivaled Women’s Basketball

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Maker’s Mark Named First Official Spirits Partner of Unrivaled Women’s Basketball Read Post »

Historic Partnership is Maker’s Mark’s First Sports League Sponsorship. Maker’s Mark has been named the Official Spirits Partner of Unrivaled, the player-founded and athlete-owned women’s basketball league entering its second season in January. The multi-year partnership will integrate Maker’s Mark at games held at Sephora Arena in Miami and Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. Shared Vision of Innovation and Independence Unrivaled

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Ole Smoky Distillery Debuts New Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey Nationwide

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Ole Smoky Distillery Debuts New Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey Nationwide Read Post »

Ole Smoky Expands Into Premium, Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Ole Smoky Distillery has announced the nationwide release of its newest whiskey: Ole Smoky Tennessee Straight Bourbon Whiskey. The four-year barrel-aged bourbon expands the brand’s award-winning portfolio and marks a strategic move into the premium straight whiskey category. Previously available only at Ole Smoky’s Tennessee distilleries following

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WhistlePig Opens “The Vault” in Historic 1911 Bank Building

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WhistlePig Opens “The Vault” in Historic 1911 Bank Building Read Post »

Grand Opening Event in Louisville features restored bank vault and “The Flying Pig,” a signature cocktail crafted with WhistlePig Bourbon and delivered in a pneumatic bank teller tube. WhistlePig Whiskey has officially opened The WhistlePig Vault, a new immersive whiskey destination in downtown Louisville. Bourbon Lens was invited to attend last week’s grand opening celebration, which featured

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Jack Daniel’s “Barrel Tree” Sale Returns to Support Military Families Through Operation Ride Home

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Jack Daniel’s “Barrel Tree” Sale Returns to Support Military Families Through Operation Ride Home Read Post »

Lynchburg, Tenn. (December 1, 2025) — Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey is once again spreading holiday cheer and giving back through its annual “Barrel Tree” sale, benefiting Operation Ride Home, a national program dedicated to helping junior-enlisted service members and their families travel home for the holidays. Barrels from 12 Jack Daniel’s Barrel Trees on display

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