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LEXINGTON, KY (March 26, 2026) — Town Branch Distillery, a cornerstone of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, has secured the highest whiskey honors at the 2026 Korea Wine & Spirits Awards in Seoul. Competing against over 1,100 brands, the Town Branch Single Barrel Reserve Bourbon – Kaja Ulsan No. 1 Private Cask was awarded the Grand […]
BARDSTOWN, KY (March 26, 2026) — Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World®, has officially released the partner distillery schedule for the third annual National Bourbon Week®, running June 14–21, 2026. Presented by Buzick Construction, the weeklong celebration features ten premier distillery partners offering a lineup of events ranging from master distiller-led tastings to high-energy
LOUISVILLE, KY – Chicken Cock Whiskey is officially turning up the heat in Louisville’s vibrant Nulu district. Director of Brand Experience, Emily Zaborowski, has announced a strategic expansion of the “Famous Old Brand,” bridging the gap between their historic Bardstown roots and a sophisticated new satellite tasting room and speakeasy in the heart of Nulu.
LOUISVILLE, KY (March 24, 2026) — Michter’s Distillery has officially announced the April return of its highly anticipated Legacy Series, featuring the 2026 Shenk’s Homestead Kentucky Sour Mash Whiskey and the 2026 Bomberger’s Declaration Kentucky Straight Bourbon. These limited-quantity releases pay homage to the distillery’s 18th-century roots, originally founded by John Shenk in 1753. This
SOMERSET, KY (March 25, 2026) – Horse Soldier Bourbon, the award-winning spirit born from the legacy of the post-9/11 Green Beret “Horse Soldiers,” has announced its most prestigious release to date: Liberty Edition. This 13-Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon commemorates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States, blending elite craftsmanship with a mission of historic
Old Forester Expands 117 Series with High Angels’ Share Rye Read Post »
The limited small-batch expression is designed to highlight the impact of unique maturation conditions and the concentration of flavor that can result from elevated barrel evaporation. Old Forester has announced the latest addition to its 117 Series with the release of High Angels’ Share Rye Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey. Rare Barrels Drive Concentrated Flavor Profile
