Two of America’s most storied spirits producers have joined forces to celebrate the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. Chicken Cock Whiskey (est. 1856) and Laird & Company (est. 1780) today announced the launch of Old Glory, a groundbreaking blend of Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey and Apple Brandy. This limited-time release represents a combined 416-year distilling heritage. […]
GEORGETOWN, KY (April 27, 2026) – Blue Run Spirits has officially announced the launch of the Blue Run Blueprint Series, a new flagship Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Designed to push the boundaries of traditional blending, this inaugural release serves as a foundational “blueprint” for the brand’s future exploration into uncharted flavor territories. Crafted by Shaylyn
380: Politics, Pours, and Portfolios: Inside Kentucky Senator Bourbon with Damon Thayer Read Post »
LEXINGTON, KY – Bourbon is more than a spirit in the Bluegrass State; it is a political and cultural currency. Kentucky Senator Bourbon, the award-winning brand co-founded by 2025 Kentucky Bourbon Hall of Fame inductee Damon Thayer and Andre Regard, is proving that heritage doesn’t just belong in textbooks—it belongs in a glass. What began
As the spirits industry navigates a volatile landscape of overproduction and shifting consumer habits, branding visionary Steven Grasse—the mind behind Hendrick’s Gin and Sailor Jerry Rum—is sharing a unconventional roadmap for resilience. Grasse, founder of Tamworth Distilling and Quaker City Mercantile, argues that the path to longevity isn’t found in rapid national expansion, but in
Maker’s Mark Doubles Down on Regenerative Flavor with Star Hill Farm 2026 Release Read Post »
Following its award-winning debut, Maker’s Mark has officially announced the second annual release of Star Hill Farm Whisky. As the brand’s first new mash bill in 70 years, the 2026 expression expands its global footprint to Japan and Global Travel Retail while deepening its commitment to regenerative agriculture. Named the World’s Best Wheat Whisky 2026,
FRANKFORT, KY (April 21, 2026) – Buffalo Trace Distillery has officially announced the grand opening of its first permanent dining destination, the John G. Carlisle Cafe. Housed within the historic Elmer T. Lee Clubhouse, the 4,900-square-foot cafe marks a triumphant return to hospitality following the historic floodwaters that impacted the distillery just one year ago.
