J. Rieger & Co. Unveils New Monogram Solera Reserve Read Post »
J. Rieger & Co. has announced the release of its 2025 Monogram Kansas City Whiskey Solera Reserve. The annual release is the distillery’s most limited expression and is crafted by Master Distiller Nathan Perry, Co-Founder Ryan Maybee, and their tasting panel in Kansas City. A Modern Take on Pre-Prohibition Legacy The 2025 Monogram edition continues […]
335: Four Branches Honors Service with Heritage-Inspired Bourbons Read Post »
In this episode of Bourbon Lens, Jake sits down with Rick Franco, Co-Founder of Four Branches Bourbon, and their newly appointed Strategic Advisor, Master Distiller Gregg Snyder. The conversation explores the brand’s ties to military service, its approach to bourbon, and its expanding product lineup. We dive into Four Branches’ signature Founder’s Blend, a complex
Oban Launches ‘Being This Likeable Isn’t Easy’ Campaign Read Post »
Oban, one of Scotland’s oldest and most iconic distilleries, has launched a new campaign, “Being This Likeable Isn’t Easy.” The campaign underscores the careful craft, discipline, and tradition that go into making its universally liked Scotch whisky. The distillery, founded in 1794 and operated by just seven pairs of hands, aims to show how much
Estate Whiskey Alliance® Recognizes First Estate Whiskey Certified™ Products Read Post »
The Estate Whiskey Alliance® (EWA), headquartered at the University of Kentucky, has announced its first wave of Estate Whiskey Certified™ products. This certification recognizes whiskeys made entirely on estate distillery grounds with the majority of grains grown on the estate itself. The initiative aims to provide consumers with transparency in ingredient sourcing and production processes.
Motlow State and Nearest Green Distillery Partner for New Distilled Spirits Program Read Post »
First-of-its-Kind Program Launches This Fall at Nearest Green Distillery.Motlow State Community College has officially opened registration for its new Distilled Spirits Program, with core classes beginning in Fall 2025. The program is based at the Nearest Green Distillery, providing students with direct access to a working spirits production environment. This initiative marks the launch of
Northern Row Brewery Launching New Northern Liberties Bourbon Read Post »
The Cincinnati brewery and distillery has announced their first whiskey release in time for National Bourbon Day on June 14. Northern Liberties Whiskey Co., the spirits arm of Northern Row Brewery & Distillery, will release its first bourbon on Friday, June 14, 2025, aligning with National Bourbon Day. The six-year-old small batch bourbon is produced,
