Compass Box Taps Karen Gillan as Muse for 2026 Hedonism Release Read Post »
LONDON, ENGLAND (February 24, 2026) – Compass Box has officially unveiled the third edition of its Hedonism Limited Annual Release, a 2026 expression that bridges the worlds of fine art and elite whiskymaking. This year’s release marks a historic milestone for the brand, featuring A-list actor and director Karen Gillan as the first-ever “known face” […]
Far North Spirits Wins 2026 DISCUS Innovation Award for Single Varietal Rye Research Read Post »
HALLOCK, MN — Far North Spirits has been crowned the first-place winner of the 2026 DISCUS Innovation Showcase, earning the top honor and a $10,000 prize from the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States. The estate distillery was recognized for its ground-breaking “Rye Study,” a multi-year research initiative that proves rye grain variety—not just
Maker’s Mark Announces 2026 Wood Finishing Series: The Stewards Release Read Post »
LORETTO, KY — Maker’s Mark has officially unveiled the 2026 installment of its acclaimed Wood Finishing Series: The Stewards Release. This year’s expression honors the distillery’s operations teams—the dedicated individuals who oversee the bourbon’s transition from the first fermentation to the final bottling at Star Hill Farm. The Flavor Profile Crafted using the brand’s signature
Kentucky Senator Bourbon Honors Hall of Famer Jim Bunning with 7th Small Batch Release Read Post »
LEXINGTON, KY — Kentucky Senator Bourbon is stepping up to the plate with its seventh small batch expression: The Jim Bunning Release. This 107-proof, vintage Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey honors the legendary figure who remains the only person ever elected to both the Baseball Hall of Fame and the U.S. Senate. The Jim Bunning Release
373: The Organic Standard – Cathedral Ledge Distillery’s Quest for Pure Spirits Read Post »
Unlock the secrets behind New Hampshire’s only certified organic distillery, where rugged tradition meets the stunning backdrop of the White Mountains. In this episode of the Bourbon Lens, we take a deep dive into the journey of Cathedral Ledge Distillery. Founded in North Conway in late 2020 by Christopher and Tracy Burk, this operation is
New Riff Unveils 6-Year-Old Silver Grove Bourbon & Rye: A Milestone for Community Impact Read Post »
NEWPORT, Ky. (March 6, 2026) – New Riff Distilling has announced the 2026 release of its Silver Grove Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Silver Grove Straight Rye Whiskey, both featuring a new 6-year age statement—the oldest in the series’ history. Beyond the liquid, the Silver Grove collection serves as a powerful philanthropic engine. Since its inception
